When a Cowgirl Quits
When a Cowgirl Quits: Love, Loss, and Lone Star Heartbreak
Lyrics
Don’t mess with Texas on her T-Shirt
Expressing pride in Texas, possibly suggesting a strong and independent personality.
And by that look in her eyes don’t mess with her
Warning against crossing or upsetting the person, indicated by the intense look in her eyes.
Her Z71 with that Ole Miss sticker
Describing her vehicle with a sticker from Ole Miss, reflecting her affiliations or interests.
On the back windshield can throw some dirt
Indicating that her vehicle is capable of handling rough terrain.
She’s the kind with a daddy that’ll whoop your ass mighty fast
Highlighting her father's quick and stern reaction to any disrespectful behavior.
And a momma that’ll love ya to the moon and straight back
Emphasizing the mother's deep and unconditional love.
Stone washed Levi’s heart stoppin’ blue eyes
Describing physical features - stone washed Levi’s and heart-stopping blue eyes.
Here’s a little advice if you make her cry
Providing advice to avoid making her cry.
Run fast as you can
Suggesting urgency to distance oneself when in trouble.
Pray like you see the end
Encouraging prayer or reflection in difficult situations.
Take her by the hand even when she pulls it away
Encouraging physical closeness even when she resists.
Figure out damn fast what it is ya need to say
Stressing the importance of swift communication and understanding.
Love gets real real quick
Highlighting the intensity and reality of love.
When a cowgirl quits
Signifying a significant moment or turning point in the relationship.
She’ll get to Austin by sunrise
Setting a scene of her arrival in Austin by sunrise, implying determination or speed.
And by then for sure you’ll be out of your mind
Suggesting the impact on the person's mental state by the time she arrives.
Her sister up in Shreveport called in sick
Explaining the reason for her sister's absence in Shreveport.
And she’ll be rollin’ in town by nine
Anticipating her arrival in town by a specific time.
You’ll call and she won’t pick up no matter what
Predicting a refusal to answer calls, indicating emotional distance.
You’ll pace that floor slam the door you’ll scream and cuss
Describing the emotional turmoil and frustration of the person.
Over and over ya just wanna hold her
Expressing the desire to hold her despite the challenges.
And tell her all the things the things you shoulda told her
Regretting missed opportunities to express feelings to her.
This ain’t no time for sittin’ and regretting
Advising against dwelling on regrets, urging immediate action.
Cowboy you best get your ass to getting’
Emphasizing the need for quick action, using cowboy imagery.
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