Eyes Of Waylon
Eyes of Waylon: Unveiling the Heartbeat of Country Music
Lyrics
When it comes to real rounders
Referring to individuals experienced in the lifestyle of a real cowboy or wanderer.
There's only one that was better than I was
Expressing that there was only one person better at enjoying life in this manner than the speaker.
At havin' some fun
Highlighting the aspect of having a good time, a common trait among genuine rounders.
Now it's true he shows grey in his beard
Observing gray in the mentioned person's beard, questioning if it signifies age and history.
Does that mean he's history
Pondering whether the gray hair implies becoming outdated or if the person remains a respected figure.
Or is he a pillar and a peer
Contemplating if the individual is a stable and esteemed figure in the country music scene.
This music called country
Defining country music as a collective creation of everyone involved.
Somethin' we all make
Asserting that country music is a collaborative effort rather than an individual's creation.
No, it didn't just happen cause
Denying that country music emerged solely due to a passing trend or fashion.
Of the latest rage
Rejecting the notion that country music's existence is a result of a recent popular trend.
Soon he was the biggest thing to come
Stating that the person became a significant figure in Nashville during that era.
Along in Nashville in those days
Emphasizing the individual's prominence with reference to historical Nashville.
He sang his song called "Are You
Referring to a song titled "Are You Sure Hank Done It This Way" sung by the person.
Sure Hank Done It This Way"
Expressing uncertainty about whether the person actually followed the path of Hank Williams.
I don't know if he did or not
Admitting lack of certainty about the person's actions but affirming personal observations.
But I sure know what I saw
Confirming personal eyewitness experiences without claiming knowledge of the person's choices.
The 1st triple platinum in that town
Highlighting the person's significant achievement of receiving triple platinum recognition.
Was hanging on his wall
Emphasizing the person's success by mentioning the triple platinum award on display.
Radio will play him until the end of time
Asserting that the person's music will endure and be played on the radio for an extended period.
Because he's a real legend
Attributing legendary status to the person, distinguishing it from artificial fame.
Not the phony kind
Rejecting the notion of the person's fame being superficial or insincere.
And I looked in the eyes of Waylon
Describing a personal encounter with Waylon Jennings, looking into his eyes for insights.
And there I saw things that
Conveying that the speaker witnessed extraordinary things while gazing into Waylon's eyes.
I'd never seen before
Portraying Waylon as a multifaceted individual, showcasing various roles such as a father, brother, and friend.
I saw a father and a brother and a friend
Recalling shared experiences on the road with Waylon, emphasizing a close bond.
I saw the nights we spent
Reflecting on the memorable nights spent together during their travels.
While out on the road
Highlighting that the significance lies in the shared experiences rather than material gains.
It's not the money, it's not the fame
Stating that the essence of Waylon's character goes beyond wealth and fame.
It's not the ladies
Clarifying that Waylon's character is not defined by relationships with women.
And the eyes of Waylon just told me so
Emphasizing that the depth of Waylon's character is conveyed through his eyes.
Yes, I looked in the eyes of Waylon
Reiterating the act of looking into Waylon's eyes, emphasizing the acquired knowledge.
There I learned things that I better know
Indicating that the speaker gained valuable insights and understanding by observing Waylon's eyes.
And if I doubted there is a hillbilly heaven
Expressing certainty about the existence of a hillbilly heaven if any doubt lingers.
The eyes of Waylon just told me so
Conveying that Waylon's eyes provide assurance and confirmation of a hillbilly heaven.
And if I doubted there is a hillbilly heaven
Reiterating the affirmation of a hillbilly heaven based on the insight from Waylon's eyes.
The eyes of old Waylon just told me so
Concluding by emphasizing the assurance provided by Waylon's eyes regarding a hillbilly heaven.
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