Floyd County
Floyd County Chronicles: A Tale of Love, Legacy, and Homecoming
Lyrics
Train rolls slow, down the line
Describing a slow-moving train along a track
Silver creek runnin' cold, right up behind
Referring to Silver Creek, a cold stream nearby
I've lived and I've loved here, my whole damn life
Expressing a lifetime of living and loving in this place
And if it goes my way, it's where I'll die
Considering it a possible place of death if fate allows
Where the Dragons breathe fire
Metaphorical description of strength and power
And the Eagles fly high
Symbolizing freedom and majesty
The Devils, they roam
Referring to troubles or hardships present
Seven Hills in the night
Describing a geographical feature
The Indians walked
Referencing Native American history
The trail of tears
Alluding to the sorrowful journey of Native Americans
Look ore the land
Suggesting observation of the landscape
You can still find them here
Implying the presence of ancestral spirits
My family's been here
Indicating a long lineage in this area
As long as I've known
Expressing deep affection and familiarity with the place
I love this place, I call it home
Declaring emotional attachment to this location
I've traveled these roads, and I've walked these hills
Highlighting personal experiences and familiarity
I found love, raised my kids
Reflecting on finding love and raising children
Raised up and sent out from two of the best
Acknowledging parental guidance and teachings
Taught me what family, and true love is
Learning values of family and love from parents
Where the Dragons breathe fire
Reiterating the metaphorical strength and power
And the Eagles fly high
Emphasizing the grandeur and freedom symbolized by eagles
The Devils, they roam
Reiterating the presence of troubles or challenges
Seven Hills in the night
Reiterating a geographical feature at night
The Indians walked
Referencing Native American history and their footsteps
The trail of tears
Referring to the tragic history of the Trail of Tears
Look ore the land
Encouraging observation of the land
You can still find them here
Suggesting the lingering presence of ancestral spirits
My family's been here
Indicating a long family history in this area
As long as I've known
Expressing a generational connection to the place
I love this place, I call it home
Declaring love and attachment to this location
So when you throw out my ashes
Desiring ashes to be scattered in this beloved place
Throw 'em out here
Specifically choosing this place for final resting
Where I've lived and I've loved
Reflecting on a life lived and loved in this area
All these years
Summarizing years of connection and affection for this place
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