Waltz Across Texas Tonight
Waltzing Through Heartbreak: Emmylou Harris' Melodic Tale
Lyrics
The wind can blow cold, it moans and it cries
The wind symbolizes a sense of coldness and sadness, expressing emotions of mourning and sorrow.
When it carries the sound of a thousand goodbyes
The wind carries the echoes of numerous farewells, suggesting a history of goodbyes and separations.
But if you listen tonight on that high, lonely plain
Despite the desolate atmosphere, listening carefully on the high plain reveals the singer's voice calling out a name.
You'll just hear my voice as it calls out your name
The singer's voice is heard, indicating a strong desire for connection and communication.
You'll just hear my voice as it calls out your name
Reiteration of the singer's voice reaching out and calling a name, emphasizing the persistence of the connection.
You've been on a road that just don't seem to end
Reference to a seemingly endless journey where emotional wounds remain unhealed.
Where that broken old heart of yours won't ever mend
The heartbreak endured seems incurable, emphasizing the profound pain experienced.
You've crossed over bridges and bridges they burn
Metaphorical mention of crossing bridges that are later burned, possibly symbolizing failed relationships and irreversible decisions.
So many rivers and so much to learn
The journey involves encountering numerous challenges and opportunities for personal growth.
So many bridges and so much to learn
Repetition of the idea that there are many obstacles in life, and each presents a chance to learn.
But the moon is so full, the stars are so bright
A contrast to the earlier somber tone, describing a beautiful night with a full moon and bright stars.
And my hand is steady, my touch id light
The singer reassures stability and a gentle touch, providing comfort and security.
Look in my eyes, hold on real tight
An invitation to the listener to look into the singer's eyes and hold on tightly, signifying intimacy and connection.
And I'll waltz you my darling across Texas tonight
The promise to waltz the beloved across Texas, indicating a metaphorical journey together.
I'll waltz you my darling across Texas tonight
Reiteration of the commitment to waltz together, reinforcing the idea of shared experiences.
We both have known hard luck
Acknowledgment of shared experiences of hardship and love gone wrong.
And love that's gone wrong
Reflection on the pain of failed love and difficult times.
When the ghosts take the shadows and
The night is personified as taking too long, emphasizing the lingering darkness in life.
The night takes too long
When challenges and difficult moments arrive, the shadows of the past haunt.
We folded our cards when the hand wasn't strong
Choices were made when the circumstances were unfavorable, alluding to making the best of a difficult situation.
But that wheel will keep spinning long after we're gone
Despite challenges, the wheel of life continues to turn long after individuals are no longer present.
Yeah, that wheel will keep spinning long after we're gone
Reiteration of the idea that the wheel of life persists beyond one's existence.
And the moon is so full, the stars are so bright
A return to the serene imagery of a full moon and bright stars, reinforcing the positive aspects of the night.
And my hand is steady, my touch is light
Reassurance of stability and a gentle touch, maintaining a sense of security.
Look in my eyes, hold on real tight and I'll
Invitation to maintain a strong connection by looking into the singer's eyes and holding on tightly.
Waltz you my darling across Texas tonight
The repetition of the promise to waltz across Texas, emphasizing the enduring commitment.
I'll waltz you my darling across Texas tonight
Reiteration of the commitment to waltz together, reinforcing the idea of shared experiences.
Look in my eyes, hold on real tight
A reminder to maintain a strong connection by looking into the singer's eyes and holding on tightly.
And I'll waltz you my darling across Texas tonight
The final repetition of the promise to waltz across Texas, underscoring the enduring nature of the commitment.
I'll waltz you my darling across texas tonight
Reiteration of the commitment to waltz together across Texas, bringing the song to a close.
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