Round the Bend
Life's Crossroads: Justin Townes Earle's Journey 'Round the Bend
Lyrics
Standing on the corner 'round the bend by the dead end sign
Reflecting on a location at the corner near a dead end, contemplating life.
Two full quarters saying don't come 'round here with your listening dime
Encountering resistance or hostility from others, implied by the warning not to approach with mere curiosity.
I know there's better ways for me to get home
Acknowledging the existence of better paths or choices for personal growth and fulfillment.
Lately I ain't been doing so good. I've been on my own
Expressing a period of difficulty or struggle, being alone and facing challenges.
I'm a grown man, got no control
Feeling mature but lacking control over one's life or circumstances.
I got a dollar, I bet you I could turn it into five
Confidently proposing a bet to turn a small amount of money into a larger sum.
I might take you out to dinner later on tonight
Suggesting the possibility of a future romantic gesture, like taking someone out to dinner.
Every time I get on the road
Expressing a recurring struggle or obstacle every time the person is on a journey.
There's always something there to push me down in the hole
Highlighting persistent challenges or setbacks pushing the individual down.
Grown man, bless my soul
Reiterating adulthood but possibly feeling vulnerable or overwhelmed.
You know it's hard to explain
Acknowledging the difficulty in expressing certain experiences or emotions.
There's things a man's gotta learn to contain
Stating the necessity for a man to learn to control or manage certain aspects of life.
Sweet now it just ain't the same
Reflecting on the changing nature of a situation, possibly becoming less enjoyable.
And your momma's only boy, your daddy's only shame
Alluding to a sense of isolation or being a disappointment to one's parents.
Standing on the corner 'round the bend by the dead end sign
Revisiting the initial scene, possibly indicating a return to contemplation or introspection.
Calling my baby saying take me back one more time
Reaching out to a significant other, expressing a desire for reconciliation or a second chance.
Oh, take me back
Repetition of the plea to be taken back, emphasizing the emotional appeal.
Take me back, babe
Continuing the request for reconciliation or forgiveness.
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