Take the Road
Wandering Hearts: Justin Neway's Journey Through Rockies and Love
Lyrics
When my heart began to go a wander'n
The speaker felt a longing or restlessness in their heart, prompting them to wander.
The Rockies rang out strong (I heard a song) I had to go
The speaker was drawn by the strong allure of the Rockies, feeling compelled to heed an inner call or song.
And when I got behind the wheel that morning
The speaker started their journey by driving in the morning after farewells were exchanged, committed to hitting the road.
The goodbyes had been said (The promise made) lets hit the road
Emphasizes the finality of farewells and the commitment to embarking on the journey, acknowledging a promise to move forward.
The color's calling to the trees and I must leave New England
The beauty of the surroundings is attracting the speaker, pulling them away from New England.
And your eyes are crying softly as I change the dreams we planned
The departure causes emotional distress to someone close, leading to tears as the speaker alters previously shared dreams.
For my heart is telling me to take the road again
The speaker's heart urges them to travel once more, suggesting a pattern of following their inner calling to hit the road.
And those Rocky Mountains beckon me ahead
The majestic Rocky Mountains serve as a visual landmark and a metaphorical destination calling to the speaker.
Heading through the hills of Pennsylvania
The speaker moves through Pennsylvania's hills, feeling disconnected from locals who don’t understand the length of their journey.
The winding rivers roll (They do not know) my road is long
Despite an appreciation for rain, the speaker won't stay due to a pervasive feeling of dissatisfaction represented by the gray clouds.
And though I like the rain I won't remain here
The speaker progresses, leaving behind cornfields in Kentucky and memories that might not be easy to forget.
The clouds are much too gray (I cannot stay) I'm moving on
Similar to earlier experiences, the speaker feels compelled to move forward, indicating a pattern of restlessness.
Coming through the cornfields now Kentucky's on my left
Continuing the journey, passing through Kansas City, feeling deeply moved by the expansive wheat lands.
And the girl in Cincinnati won't be easy to forget
A person from Cincinnati has left a lasting impression on the speaker, making it hard to forget them.
For my heart is telling me to take the road again
The speaker’s heart once more urges them to resume their journey, following an inner calling to travel.
And those Rocky Mountains beckon me ahead
Reiteration of the powerful attraction of the Rocky Mountains, serving as a destination or symbol for the speaker.
Riding down the road from Kansas City
The speaker continues their ride, feeling emotionally impacted by the vastness of the Kansas landscape.
The wheat lands roll away (The golden day) they touch my soul
The beauty of the wheat lands deeply affects the speaker, touching their soul on a profound level.
And in my mind I take a longer journey
The speaker reminisces about past experiences, mentally embarking on a reflective journey through memories.
Through times that I have known (The wind has blown) her whispered call
Reflecting on emotional ties and the effect of past experiences, feeling the emotional pull of remembered moments.
A prairie heart can give you love as deep as you will know
Expresses the depth of love that can be found in the heart of the prairie, emphasizing its profound nature.
And I never asked the reason when she said she missed me so
Despite feeling missed by someone, the speaker didn’t question the reason behind it, potentially indicating a casual acceptance of affection.
For my heart was telling me to take the road again
Reaffirmation of the speaker's inner urging to continue traveling, driven by their heart's desires.
And those Rocky Mountains beckoned me ahead
Reiteration of the powerful allure of the Rocky Mountains, acting as a beacon drawing the speaker forward.
The mountains make their home in Colorado
Describing the imposing presence of the Colorado mountains, standing tall and reaching into the sky.
They reach into the sky (Can't tell you why) they stand alone
The mountains' solitary nature is highlighted, suggesting their independence and resilience.
They never ask the meaning of tomorrow
The mountains are portrayed as unconcerned about the future, serving as an inspiration for the speaker to free their thoughts.
Just set my spirit free (They're friends to me) my thoughts can roam
The speaker finds solace in the mountains, considering them as friends allowing their thoughts to wander freely.
And though my road lies further on I'll wander back some day
Even though the speaker's journey continues, they anticipate returning someday due to the emotional ties and laughter shared with someone.
For the laughter in her loving eyes will lead me home to stay
The speaker acknowledges their heart's intention to travel again, with the Rocky Mountains serving as a compelling destination.
Yes, my heart is telling me I'll take the road again
A recognition that the heart will guide the speaker back to the road when the Rockies call, indicating a cyclical nature of this longing.
When those Rocky Mountains beckon me ahead
Reiterating the powerful draw of the Rocky Mountains, signaling the inevitability of the speaker's return to the road.
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