West Virginia
Whispers of West Virginia: A Melodic Tale of Love and Longing
Lyrics
Driving down a West Virginia road on a hot September day
Reflecting on a drive in West Virginia during a warm September day
I remember Josh Ritter playing on the radio, sun shining on your face
Recalling a moment with Josh Ritter's music playing, sunlit memories with a person
Sittin' next to me in the passenger seat, so relaxed, oh so cool
Describing the person's relaxed demeanor while sitting beside the singer
Try to keep my heart inside my chest, try to not sound like a fool
Struggling to control emotions and not appear foolish
Oh my West Virginia, you're so bitter sweet
Expressing mixed emotions about West Virginia, a place with both joy and pain
I know I got a little to wrapped up in ya
Admitting being too invested emotionally in West Virginia
But how can you blame me
Questioning the blame for being captivated by West Virginia's allure
When you filled me up with all my fantasies
Feeling fulfilled by dreams or desires associated with West Virginia
Told me something I thought I'd never hear, shook the ground beneath my feet
Being surprised by something significant said or experienced in West Virginia
No way I could have ever known what you'd do to me that day
Reflecting on the unforeseen impact of an event in West Virginia
West Virginia I'll always remember how you took my breath away
Treasuring a memorable experience in West Virginia
Had something on my mind that night, I know that you could see
Admitting inner thoughts or concerns during a particular night
Had enough whiskey running through my veins
Under the influence of alcohol, believing honesty will bring freedom
I thought “the truth will set me free”
Believing in the liberating power of truth
So I opened up my mouth, put my heart out on the line
Vulnerably expressing emotions and feelings
Could have been a bit bit much when I said “I can see the future in your eyes”
Possibly overwhelming the listener with a profound statement
Oh my West Virginia, you're so bitter sweet
Reiterating the conflicting emotions tied to West Virginia
I know I got a little to wrapped up in ya
Acknowledging excessive emotional involvement with West Virginia
But how can you blame me
Questioning the justification for being deeply affected by West Virginia
When you filled me up with all my fantasies
Feeling fulfilled by desires linked to West Virginia
Told me something I thought I'd never hear, shook the ground beneath my feet
Being surprised or deeply affected by unexpected revelations
No way I could have ever known what you'd do to me that day
Reflecting on the unforeseen consequences of a moment in West Virginia
West Virginia I'll always remember how you took my breath away
Cherishing the impact of an experience in West Virginia
To think after all this time you're still on my mind
Admitting continued thoughts about West Virginia over time
To think I still fantasize about you in my life
Continuing to desire a connection with West Virginia
Oh I know it's for the better we're not together
Recognizing that separation might be for the best
I know that you agree
Believing the other party also sees the benefit of separation
But West Virginia, when I hear “forever” I sometimes think
Contemplating the concept of "forever" in relation to West Virginia
How you filled me up with all my fantasies
Feeling fulfilled by desires associated with West Virginia
Told me something I thought I'd never hear, shook the ground beneath my feet
Being deeply affected by surprising revelations or experiences
No way I could have ever known what you'd do to me that day
Reflecting on the unforeseen consequences of a past event in West Virginia
West Virginia I'll always remember how you took my breath away
Embracing the lasting impact of an experience in West Virginia
Oh West Virginia I'll always remember hoe you took my breath away
Reiterating the unforgettable impact of West Virginia
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