Highway 31
Chasing the Sun: A Musical Journey on East Texas' Highway 31
Lyrics
Well I wished I had a dollar for every time I made that run
Reflecting on the repetition of a journey and wishing for financial gain from it.
In my 67 Ford Fairlane down Highway 31
Specifically mentions the car and route, indicating familiarity and routine.
Wind blowing through her hair and whistling through the pines
Describing the experience of wind passing through hair and trees, a sensory detail.
On down to Susie's house and then on back to mine
Visiting Susie's house, then returning home—a regular part of the journey.
Here we go down that old East Texas road
Embarking on the familiar road in East Texas.
Somewhere along the way I just might leave my troubles all behind
Hope of leaving behind worries while traveling.
Might keep on driving on down to Waco and I'm
Contemplating extending the journey to Waco, a destination beyond.
Out here just chasing the sun down Highway 31
Pursuing the sun's path on Highway 31, implying chasing dreams or aspirations.
My daddy said son you need to slow down and try to get some rest
Advice from the speaker's father to slow down and rest.
And I know that he's been down that road and maybe he knows best
Recognizing the father's experience and his possibly well-intentioned advice.
But I keep on running I keep on gunning
Continuing to run, implying persistence despite advice or obstacles.
I keep on driving I keep on trying to find
Continuing to drive and strive for a place or purpose.
My place out in the sun down Highway 31
Seeking a personal spot in the sun, symbolizing a desired contentment or success.
Here we go down that old East Texas road
Reiterating the journey along the East Texas road.
Somewhere along the way I just might leave my troubles all behind
Desire to leave troubles behind during the travel.
Might keep on driving on down to Waco and I'm
Considering extending the journey to Waco as a possibility.
Out here just chasing the sun down Highway 31
Continuing the pursuit of dreams or aspirations on Highway 31.
Highway 31
Reiteration of the road's name, emphasizing its significance.
Highway 31
Repeating the name of the highway, concluding the focus on this specific route.
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