Lyrics
When I was young if you said boy sit down and tell me
Reflecting on youth and the anticipation of discussing life's path when older.
When you get old where your life might lead
Contemplating the uncertainties of life and where one's journey may lead.
An astronaut, on the first flight out to Venus
Imagining ambitious dreams, like being an astronaut heading to Venus.
But some things just don't work out like good dreams
Acknowledging that not all dreams materialize, contrasting with optimistic expectations.
Instead I wake up and go to work each mornin'
Routine life, waking up for work each morning.
I count the hours til' I can play these strings
Anticipating and longing for the time to play music.
Many people aim to give me their suggestions
Receiving advice from others whose lives may not be as they appear.
When I know their life ain't quite like it seems
Recognizing the disparity between others' advice and the reality of their lives.
These paint covered, overworked, and bloody knuckled
Describing hardworking hands that earn a living through art.
Calloused hands earn me exactly what I need
Emphasizing that these hands provide exactly what is necessary.
Spend all my dollars to record me scream and holler
Investing in the passion for music, spending money to record expressive stories.
All the stories I write that make me feel like me
Creating stories through music that define the artist's identity.
Ohhhhh, Woah, Ohhhh
Expressive vocalizations representing emotional intensity in the artist's work.
I sing the truth though I may not do it best
Claiming honesty in songwriting, even if not the best at it.
Take what you want and leave the rest
Encouraging listeners to take what resonates and leave what doesn't.
I write these songs with an inch left of my pencil
Conveying the dedication to music through the limited resources available.
In some ol' book I got when I turned 21
Mentioning a significant book acquired at the age of 21, possibly influencing the artist.
I oversleep and I show up looking tired
Experiencing fatigue from a lively night spent with a guitar.
Last night this guitar and I had some fun
Expressing that not everyone will appreciate the artist's lyrics.
Not everyone's gonna like the words I'm singin
Commitment to playing music despite potential criticism.
But I'll just keep on playin' all night long
Clarifying that the focus is on the love for writing songs, not financial gain or fame.
Its not about, makin' money chasin' stages
Highlighting the passion for songwriting and its importance in the artist's life.
But the love I have for writing these here songs
Reiteration of the love for creating music through personal stories.
These paint covered, overworked, and bloody knuckled
Reaffirming the hard work and dedication reflected in the artist's hands.
Calloused hands earn me exactly what I need
Emphasizing the value of these hands in providing for the artist's needs.
Spend all my dollars to record me scream and holler
Investing in recording to express intense emotions through music.
All the stories I write that make me feel like me
Reiterating that the stories created through music are essential to the artist's identity.
Ohhhhh, Woah, Ohhhh
Expressive vocalizations emphasizing emotional intensity in the artist's work.
I sing the truth though I may not do it best
Repeating the commitment to singing the truth, even if not perfectly.
Take what you want and leave the rest
Encouraging listeners to select what resonates with them and disregard the rest.
These paint covered, overworked, and bloody knuckled
Reaffirming the hard work and dedication reflected in the artist's hands.
Calloused hands earn me exactly what I need
Emphasizing the value of these hands in providing for the artist's needs.
Spend all my dollars to record me scream and holler
Investing in recording to express intense emotions through music.
All the stories I write that make me feel like me
Reiterating that the stories created through music are essential to the artist's identity.
Ohhhhh, Woah, Ohhhh
Expressive vocalizations representing emotional intensity in the artist's work.
I sing the truth though I may not do it best
Repeating the commitment to singing the truth, even if not perfectly.
Take what you want and leave the rest
Encouraging listeners to take what resonates and leave the rest, reiterating the central theme.
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