All I Do Is Drive
Life on the Open Road: A Truck Driver's Journey
Lyrics
Well, I asked an old truck driver
Inquired an experienced truck driver
'Bout life out on the road
About life while traveling for work
If he does a lot of singing
Wondered if he sings often
When he's bringing in his load
During his transportation tasks
If there's a pretty waitress crying for him
Asked about affection from others on the route
Every hundred miles
Recurring emotional moments at specific intervals
If he gets a lot of lovin'
Questioned if he experiences intimacy
And if he has a lot of smiles
And happiness frequently
And I asked him if those trucking songs
Wanted to know if songs about trucking portray his life
Tell about a life like his
Reflecting the reality of his existence
He said, "if you want to know the truth about it
Driver's honest response incoming
Here's the way it is"
Reveals the genuine perspective
All I do is drive, drive, drive
Life summarized into continuous driving
Try to stay alive
Survival is the primary goal
And keep my mind on my load
Concentration on the cargo
Keep my eye upon the road
Vigilance on the road ahead
I got nothing in common with the any man
Feels disconnected from those with different lifestyles
Who's home every day at five
Contrast with individuals homebound daily
All I do is drive, drive, drive, drive, drive
Reiterates the constant driving reality
Well, we shared a cup of coffee
Shared a moment with coffee
And then I had to warm it up
Even had to reheat the coffee
And his greasy fingers trembled
Physical signs of strain in his work
As he held onto the cup
Describing the tremors while holding the cup
And I said, "don't you hear a lot of music
Asking about his exposure to music and scenery
See a lot of sights
Seeing diverse landscapes
But if you'll tune into the Grand Ole Opry
Suggested tuning into a famous music show
Saturday night
Specifically, on a Saturday night
Well, I'll dedicate you a trucking song
Promised a song to relate to his job
To which you can relate"
Driver's response delegating roles
He said, "you just do the singing
Clear separation of tasks, singing and driving
And I'll do the driving mate"
Establishing their respective responsibilities
All I do is drive, drive, drive
Reiteration of driving as the main occupation
Try to stay alive
Emphasizing the importance of staying alive
And keep my mind on my load
Focus on cargo and safety
Keep my eye upon the road
Remaining attentive while driving
I got nothing in common with the any man
Expresses the disconnect with typical daily life
Who's home every day at five
Comparison with individuals leading regular lives
All I do is drive, drive, drive, drive, drive, drive, drive
Reiteration emphasizing continuous driving
If I get the fuel (fuel)
Potential reference to needing fuel for the journey
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