Lyrics
Got up this mornin rolled outta my bed
Expressing the start of the day, the singer describes getting out of bed.
Put all my clothes in a bag my bandana on my head
Packing essentials, including clothes and a bandana, suggesting preparation for a journey.
Pulled my old boots on
Putting on old boots, indicating readiness for a rustic or outdoor experience.
Slipped out the back door
Sneaking out the back door, possibly to embark on an adventure without drawing attention.
I got a long hike ahead of me down east 44
Anticipating a long journey on route 44, setting the stage for the narrative.
I'm heading back to the River
Expressing a destination - heading back to the river, a place of significance.
I'm goin back to my woods
Returning to the woods, implying a connection to nature or a rural environment.
To a place with a little bit of piece of mind
Desiring a tranquil place with peace of mind, contrasting with the city hustle.
Back home on the River
Reiterating the return to the river, emphasizing its importance to the singer.
Where these city lights don't shine
Highlighting the preference for a setting where urban lights don't disturb.
Ain't a thing to do but pass the time
Emphasizing the simplicity of life at the river, suggesting a laid-back atmosphere.
Back home on the River
Repeating the theme of being at home on the river, reinforcing its significance.
Break out my homegrown and some ten pound line
Mentioning homegrown and ten-pound line, possibly referring to fishing and local produce.
Take a break with ol red man and some sweet moonshine
Indulging in break time with tobacco and moonshine, adding to the rustic imagery.
Walk a trail as far as you can with no sidewalk around
Encouraging walking without a sidewalk, symbolizing a natural and unstructured path.
Never step a foot off your own ground
Advising to stay on one's own ground, possibly stressing self-reliance and authenticity.
Back home on the River
Reiterating the comfort and familiarity of being back home on the river.
Way back in my woods
Reflecting on the location in the woods, underscoring the singer's connection to nature.
In a place with a little bit of piece of mind
Desiring a place with peace of mind, echoing the earlier sentiment.
Back home on the River
Repeating the preference for the river over city lights for a peaceful environment.
Where these city lights don't shine
Reiterating the lack of activity, emphasizing the calmness of life by the river.
Ain't a thing to do but pass the time
Emphasizing the simplicity of passing time in a tranquil river setting.
Back home on the River
Repeating the theme of being back home on the river, reinforcing its significance.
Back home on the River
Further reinforcing the idea of being at home on the river.
Way back in my woods
Recalling the woods, again connecting the singer to a natural and familiar environment.
To a place with a little bit of piece of mind
Desiring a place with peace of mind, reiterating the preference for the river.
Back home on the River
Stating the return to the river, emphasizing its importance and the sense of belonging.
Where these city lights don't shine
Repeating the preference for a location where city lights don't intrude on the peace.
Ain't a thing to do but pass the time
Reiterating the lack of activities, emphasizing the simplicity and serenity of river life.
Back home on the River
Concluding with the return to the river, encapsulating the central theme of the song.
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