Pass It On
Legacy of the Plow: Passing On Values Through Generations
Lyrics
I rode around with my old man plowing fields I was just a kid
I accompanied my father while he plowed fields when I was just a child.
Up before the dawn, overalls on, just like his daddy did
Waking up early, wearing overalls, following the tradition of his father.
One day I’ll get the chance to pass that John Deere down the line
Anticipating the opportunity to pass on the John Deere tractor to the next generation.
Cause it was more than just a ride, and that’s why
The experience was more than just a ride; it holds sentimental value.
I’m a “no sir” “yes ma’am”,
Describing personal values: politeness and respect.
a hold that door for the girl, kind of man
Embracing chivalrous behavior, holding doors for women.
And I’m a God Bless the U.S.,
Expressing patriotism and allegiance to the United States.
when the flag flies high, there’s a hand on my chest
Respecting the flag, symbolized by placing a hand on the chest.
You’ll see my last name on that farm when I’m long gone
Desiring the family name to endure on the farm even after death.
Cause I know I’ll be the one to pass it on
Confident in being the one to carry on the family legacy.
I take pride in everything and I do and I do what I say
Taking pride in actions and keeping promises.
I work for every dime I earn, cause that’s how I was raised
Valuing hard work and earning money through effort, in line with upbringing.
There’s nothing more I’d rather see than my roots growing strong
Finding joy in witnessing the growth and strength of one's roots.
Til the good Lord calls me home, I’ll carry on, carry on, carry on and be
Committing to continue one's journey until called home by the higher power.
A “no sir” “yes ma’am”
Reiteration of polite and respectful behavior.
a hold that door for the girl, kind of man
Continuing to display chivalry, emphasizing courtesy towards women.
And I’m a God Bless the U.S.,
Expressing love and pride for the United States.
when the flag flies high, there’s a hand on my chest
Associating reverence with the raising of the flag.
You’ll see my last name on that farm when I’m long gone
Reiterating the desire for the family name to endure on the farm posthumously.
Cause I know I’ll be the one to pass it on
Confident in being the one to carry on the family legacy (repeated).
No, my daddy, he didn’t lie
Acknowledging the truthfulness of the father's words.
When he looked me right in the eye
Recalling a moment of honesty from the father.
Said, “It ain’t what you have in life”
Stating the importance of legacy over material possessions.
Man it’s what you’re gonna leave behind, that’s why
Emphasizing the lasting impact one leaves behind in life.
I’m a “no sir” “yes ma’am”
Reiteration of polite and respectful behavior (repeated).
a hold that door for the girl, kind of man
Continuing to display chivalry, emphasizing courtesy towards women (repeated).
And I’m a God Bless the U.S.,
Expressing love and pride for the United States (repeated).
when the flag flies high, there’s a hand on my chest
Associating reverence with the raising of the flag (repeated).
You’ll see my last name on that farm when I’m long gone
Reiterating the desire for the family name to endure on the farm posthumously (repeated).
Cause I know I’ll be the one
Confident in being the one to carry on the family legacy (repeated).
I know I’ll be the one
Repeating the confidence in being the one to carry on the legacy.
You can bet that I’ll be the one to pass it on. Yeah
Affirming the commitment to passing on the legacy.
Pass it on
Reiterating the intention to pass on the legacy.
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