Thanks for Chicago Mr. James
Chicago Dreams Unfold: A Country Boy's Journey Through Shiny Suits and Empty Places
Lyrics
You always said I wouldn't stay
You always believed I wouldn't remain in one place.
I guess you saw the way before it all began
You probably foresaw the path I would take even before everything started.
I've always been a changin' train
I have consistently been a changing and evolving person.
And when you think on this you might forgive me then
When reflecting on this aspect of my nature, you might find it in yourself to forgive me.
Thanks for Chicago Mr James
Expressing gratitude to Mr. James for Chicago.
And all the shiny suits and all the shiny names
Thanking him for the affluent and influential people and their impressive attire.
The things a country boy can't grace
Acknowledging the things that a person from the countryside might not fit into or feel comfortable with.
Without the look of shame upon a city face
Feeling a sense of embarrassment or inadequacy when faced with the urban demeanor.
And you needed more than the smile I wore
You required something more than the facade of happiness I displayed.
You picked me up on my way down
You offered assistance when I was at a low point in my life.
That dusty one horse town - I won't forget the jail
Recalling an unpleasant experience in a small, unimportant town and being grateful for not being forgotten while incarcerated.
The mayor's wife and Cadillac
Mentioning the luxury car and the mayor's wife, reminiscing about events tied to Chicago.
The sheriff on my back 'til you put up the bail
Remembering the pressure exerted by law enforcement until the bail was arranged.
Thanks for Chicago Mr James
Repeated thanks to Mr. James for Chicago.
You got a lot of grace but you're an empty place
Acknowledging Mr. James as having a gracious nature, but an emptiness within.
The dawn falls hard upon my face
Feeling the harsh reality of a new day, suggesting a difficult or challenging situation.
I'll move as I began through fields without a plan
Resuming the journey as it began, moving forward without a clear plan.
Thanks for Chicago Mr James
Expressing gratitude again for Chicago despite its mixed qualities.
That world of grey and gold that watched you growing old
Referring to a world with shades of gray and gold that witnessed Mr. James growing older.
The things I never saw I see
Realizing things previously unnoticed, indicating newfound awareness.
To think that I'm still free and I'm not feeling cold
Reflecting on personal freedom and warmth despite not feeling physically cold.
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