Roll Tide
Roll Tide Remembrance: A Tribute to Game Days and Goodbyes
Lyrics
Saturdays ain't the same without you
Saturdays feel incomplete without the presence of a specific person.
We still gather up for the games like we used to
Despite the absence, people still gather for football games as they did in the past.
We got the Dawgs & Vols, Auburn & Mizzou
Mentions various football teams, Dawgs, Vols, Auburn, Mizzou, A&M, and State.
A&M & State, Y'all kick off at two
A&M and State's game kicks off at two, possibly referencing a specific match.
I bet you're with Bear Bryant and all the boys
Imagines the person in the afterlife with Bear Bryant and others, enjoying football.
Sittin' in the big seats making noise
They visualize the person in prominent seats, actively participating and cheering.
Been tailgating on streets of gold
Describes a heavenly tailgate party on "streets of gold," a metaphor for paradise.
Watching one helluva halftime show
Enjoys a spectacular halftime show in heaven.
Up there on Heaven's 50 yard line
Imagines the person sitting on Heaven's 50-yard line, a metaphorical prime spot.
But Down here you're still on our minds
Expresses the continued remembrance of the person on Earth.
I ain't a Bama fan but man I hate goodbyes
Even if not a fan, the speaker dislikes goodbyes, conveying a strong emotional bond.
Until we meet again Roll Tide
Expresses anticipation of meeting again with a "Roll Tide" reference, a rallying cry for the Alabama Crimson Tide.
I think of you when I see an A on a back glass
The sight of Alabama-related symbols triggers thoughts of the person.
Or a crimson hat riding on a dash
References crimson hats as a reminder of the person.
There's some play calls that we don't understand
Acknowledges the mystery of certain football strategies, trusting a divine plan.
But I know the Big Man's got a game plan
Believes in a higher power's game plan for life.
I bet you're with Bear Bryant and all the boys
Reiterates the image of the person with legendary coach Bear Bryant and others.
Sittin' in the big seats making noise
Visualizes the person enjoying a prime position, actively engaged in heaven.
Been tailgating on streets of gold
Continues the metaphor of a heavenly tailgate on golden streets.
Watching one helluva halftime show
Enjoys a heavenly halftime show, emphasizing the joy in the afterlife.
Up there on Heaven's 50 yard line
Envisions the person in a symbolic prime spot in heaven, maintaining a connection with Earth.
But Down here you're still on our minds
Despite being in heaven, the person is remembered and missed on Earth.
I ain't a Bama fan but man I hate goodbyes
Expresses a dislike for goodbyes, reinforcing the emotional impact of the loss.
Until we meet again Roll Tide
Anticipates a future meeting with the person, accompanied by a "Roll Tide" reference.
Since we lost you
Highlights that since the person's loss, the outcome of football games matters less.
It don't matter as much
Expresses a shift in perspective, emphasizing the emotional impact of the loss.
Whether we win or lose
Winning or losing in football becomes less significant in the absence of the person.
We raise em' up
Despite the change, there's a commitment to supporting the team in honor of the person.
I bet you're with Bear Bryant and all the boys
Reiterates the image of the person with Bear Bryant and others, making noise in heaven.
Sittin' in the good seats making noise
Visualizes the person enjoying a premium view, actively participating in heavenly activities.
Been tailgating on streets of gold
Continues the metaphor of a heavenly tailgate party, emphasizing the positive afterlife.
Watching one helluva halftime show
Enjoys a spectacular halftime show in heaven, maintaining a connection with football culture.
Up there on Heaven's 50 yard line
Envisions the person in a prime spot in heaven, demonstrating an ongoing remembrance on Earth.
But Down here you're still on our minds
Despite being in heaven, the person is still in the thoughts of those on Earth.
I ain't a Bama fan but man I hate goodbyes
Expresses a dislike for goodbyes, emphasizing the emotional impact of the loss.
So save me a seat on the other side
Requests to save a seat on the other side, expressing anticipation of a future meeting.
Until we meet again Roll Tide
Concludes with a "Roll Tide" reference, expressing a strong connection to Alabama football culture.
Yeah Roll Tide
A closing affirmation of allegiance and connection to the Alabama Crimson Tide.
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