Lyrics
didn’t do this on my own
Expressing that the achievements or success mentioned were not accomplished independently.
Earl Bud Lee, Nick Autry, Smith Curry, Rob Mayes
Credits the collaboration of Earl Bud Lee, Nick Autry, Smith Curry, and Rob Mayes.
August 30, 2019
Specifies the date August 30, 2019, possibly significant or memorable in the context of the lyrics.
Drop D
Indicates the tuning of the guitar strings (Drop D).
Never learned how to crawl
Metaphorical statement about not starting from the beginning but progressing to walking.
But I learned how to walk
Emphasizes the self-learned skill of walking, denoting overcoming challenges.
And I Taught myself how to run
Highlights the ability to run independently, suggesting self-reliance.
Moving so fast, Outrunning the past
Moving fast, avoiding past issues, but acknowledges limits to this approach.
Can only do that for so long
Recognition of the temporary nature of outrunning the past.
But I’ve still got the fire
Expresses maintaining enthusiasm and passion despite challenges.
I’m a midnight flyer
Identifies as someone who thrives in the nighttime, suggesting resilience.
And there’s one thing that I know
Asserts knowledge of a crucial fact about the journey or success.
I, I, I didn’t do this on my own
Reiterates that the achievement wasn't accomplished alone.
I, I, I didn’t do this on my own
Reinforces the idea that collaboration played a significant role.
I’ve stood on alot shoulders
Acknowledges the support of others, metaphorically represented as shoulders.
And kept the wolves at bay
Describes overcoming challenges, keeping potential threats away.
Each time I heard NO
Conveys persistence despite facing rejections or obstacles.
I went and done it anyway
Highlights a determined attitude to proceed despite encountering resistance.
Stuck to my guns
Emphasizes sticking to personal principles or decisions.
when there’s been hell to pay
Suggests facing difficulties with unwavering commitment.
I, I, I didn’t do this on my own
Reiterates that the accomplishment is not an individual effort.
I, I, I didn’t do this on my own
Affirms the collaborative nature of the achievement.
Well, I burned alot bridges and crossed more lines than anyone that I know
Admits to burning bridges and crossing lines, possibly acknowledging past mistakes.
And I’ve paid my dues and planted them seeds and I’m reaping now what I’ve sown
Indicates the payment of dues and the subsequent positive outcomes.
I, I, I didn’t do this on my own
Reiterates that the accomplishment wasn't done in isolation.
I, I, I didn’t do this on my own
Confirms the importance of collaboration in the journey.
I’ve stood on alot shoulders
Repeats the acknowledgment of relying on the support of others.
And they kept the wolves at bay
Maintaining strength with the help of others, symbolized as shoulders.
Each time I heard NO
Persisting despite encountering rejections or negative responses.
I went (gone) and done it anyway
Underlines the determination to proceed even when told "NO".
Stuck to my guns
Emphasizes adhering to personal values or decisions.
when there’s been hell to pay
Facing challenges with resolute determination.
I, I, I didn’t do this on my own
Reiterates the collaborative effort in the achievement.
I, I, I didn’t do this on my own
Affirms that the success was not a solo endeavor.
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