Everytime I Hear That Song
Tears and Memories: Everytime I Hear That Song by Hank Williams, Jr.
Lyrics
I heard cowboys should never cry,
Cowboys are expected to be tough and not show vulnerability, such as crying.
But there are some things that bring tears to my eyes.
Despite the cowboy stereotype, certain things evoke deep emotions and tears.
Some old movies they've shown,
Refers to the emotional impact of old movies that bring back memories.
Some old people all alone,
Emphasizes the loneliness felt by some elderly individuals.
And everytime I hear that song.
The emotional response triggered by a specific song each time it is heard.
Everytime I hear that song,
Reiteration of the emotional impact associated with hearing the mentioned song.
I think of someone who is gone,
Reflects on memories of someone who is no longer present.
And the hurtin' starts comin' on real strong,
Describes the onset of emotional pain intensifying strongly.
Everytime I hear that song.
Reiterates the emotional response triggered by hearing the specific song.
What makes big old boys like me,
Raises the question of why individuals, like the singer, succumb to deep emotions and vulnerability.
Get down on bended knee?
Expresses the humility and vulnerability of even big, strong individuals.
And today's girl who's moving ahead,
Contrasts the modern woman's progress with the emotional struggles she may face.
Stay at home all night crying in bed.
Highlights the contrast between outward success and inner emotional turmoil.
It's those old loves that linger on,
Addresses the lingering emotional impact of past loves.
Just like some of those good old songs.
Compares the enduring impact of old loves to the lasting influence of classic songs.
Everytime I hear that song,
Reiteration of the emotional response associated with hearing the specified song.
I think of someone who is gone,
Recalls the memory of someone no longer present, echoing the theme of loss.
And the hurtin' starts comin' on real strong,
Describes the intensification of emotional pain upon hearing the song.
Everytime I hear that song.
Reiterates the emotional impact triggered by the mentioned song.
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