It's What I Am
True Country Soul: Embracing Real Life Through Music
Lyrics
I got my first guitar when I was just a boy
I received my first guitar in childhood.
I was playing the blues instead of playing with toys
I chose to play the blues instead of engaging in typical childhood activities.
Listening to the Opry and dreaming of the neon lights
I listened to the Opry (Grand Ole Opry) and dreamed of the bright lights of success.
So it was late to bed and early to rise
I had a disciplined routine, going to bed late and waking up early.
I worked the field all day and the crowd all night
I worked in the fields during the day and performed for crowds at night.
My finger on the trigger and Nashville in my sights
I was determined to make it in Nashville (the country music industry).
I'm the real thing and I sing songs about real life
I consider myself authentic, singing songs that reflect real-life experiences.
And I never heard a fiddle called a violin
I never referred to a fiddle as a violin.
Never really worried if I fit in
I never worried about fitting in with societal norms.
Country ain't what I sing it's what I am
Country music is not just a genre I sing; it defines who I am.
This hat ain't something I wear for style
My hat is not a fashion statement; it's a genuine part of who I am.
These boots have been around a while
My boots have history and experience.
Country ain't what I sing it's what I am
Country music is not just a performance style; it's my identity.
I learned to drive on a dirt road
I learned to drive on a dirt road, symbolizing a humble upbringing.
Cruised the strip on rock and roll
I enjoyed cruising while listening to rock and roll.
And drove around on "Miles and Miles of Texas"
A reference to the song "Miles and Miles of Texas," indicating a connection to Texas.
And as I grew Daddy showed me now
My father taught me the value of hard work.
To earn a living by the sweat of my brow
I earned a living through my own efforts.
But he never made me follow in his steps
My father didn't force me to follow in his footsteps.
He said work hard and let the good Lord do the rest
His advice was to work hard and trust in a higher power.
And I never heard a fiddle called a violin
(Repetition) I never called a fiddle a violin.
Never really worried if I fit in
(Repetition) I never concerned myself with fitting into societal expectations.
Country ain't what I sing it's what I am
(Repetition) Country music is not just a genre for me; it defines my essence.
This truck ain't something I drive for style
(Repetition) My truck is not for show; it serves a practical purpose in my life.
These boots have been around a while
(Repetition) My boots have history and represent authenticity.
Country ain't what I sing it's what I am
(Repetition) Country music is my true identity, not just a performance style.
And I never heard a fiddle called a violin
(Repetition) I never called a fiddle a violin.
Never really worried if I fit in
(Repetition) I never worried about fitting into societal expectations.
Country ain't what I sing it's what I am
(Repetition) Country music is my true identity, not just a performance style.
This hat ain't something I wear for style
(Repetition) My hat is not a fashion statement; it's a genuine part of who I am.
These boots have been around a while
(Repetition) My boots have history and experience.
Country ain't what I sing it's what I am
(Repetition) Country music is not just a performance style; it's my identity.
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