Holbrook didn't consider a career in music until November of 2013 when he began posting videos of himself singing. He was inspired to begin posting after almost cutting off his leg working as a lumberjack.
Way Back When
Taylor Ray Holbrook Lyrics
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Doing things we wasn't supposed to be
We rarely ever crossed the line
ch may be a few times
Tarzan on a rope swing
Into a little creek
Somehow our dreams became our lives
Ya'll there was nothing like
Riding round' backroads
Nowhere to be so we driving slow
Playing old songs and we'd all sing along
Didn't care if we missed a beat
Seeing her hair flying everywhere
Like she's still right beside me
Sometimes I think back on way back when and wish
I could do it again
I could do it again
Out here we slow up sit in them chairs that fold up
Man I just hit my limit had to put that fishing pole up
But that's okay we got a nice day and we ready to enjoy it
Got a kuzi full of cold ones and your boy bout to destroy it she be
Sittin pretty soaking up them rays
When she put that bottle to her lip
You can see that smile up on her face I won't
Take it for granted that's all that I'm thinking
My people these moments just let it all sink in
Riding round' backroads
Nowhere to be so we driving slow
Playing old songs and we'd all sing along
Didn't care if we missed a beat
Seeing her hair flying everywhere
Like she's still right beside me
Sometimes I think back on way back when and wish
I could do it again
I could do it again
The lyrics of Taylor Ray Holbrook's song "Way Back When" reminisce about the carefree and adventurous days of youth. The singer reflects on a time when they were young and free, engaging in activities they weren't supposed to. Despite occasionally crossing the line, they recall fond memories of swinging on a rope into a creek and how their dreams became their reality. The song captures the nostalgia for a simpler time when life was filled with joy and freedom.
The first verse highlights the thrill of riding on backroads with no particular destination and taking things slowly. They would play old songs and sing along, not caring about missing a beat. The mention of a girl with her hair flying everywhere suggests the presence of a loved one or a close friend who made those moments even more special. The singer longs to go back to that time and experience it all again, yearning for the carefree joy and connection they once had.
In the second verse, the scene shifts to a more laid-back setting, where the singer and their friends relax in folding chairs. The singer puts down their fishing pole, indicating a break from their usual activities. They relish in the beauty of the day and enjoy cold drinks, with a particular focus on the girl's smile as she takes a sip from a bottle. The singer emphasizes the importance of not taking these moments for granted and encourages people to let themselves fully experience and appreciate these simple, joyful times.
Line by Line Meaning
I remember being young wild and free
I have fond memories of a time when I was carefree and full of youth
Doing things we wasn't supposed to be
Engaging in activities that were considered unconventional or against the rules
We rarely ever crossed the line
We seldom went too far or took things too seriously
Which may be a few times
Although there were instances where we did push the boundaries
Tarzan on a rope swing
Swinging like Tarzan on a rope swing
Into a little creek
Jumping into a small creek or river
Somehow our dreams became our lives
In some way, our aspirations and desires shaped our reality
Ya'll there was nothing like
I must say, there was truly nothing comparable
Riding round' backroads
Driving on the less-traveled roads
Nowhere to be so we driving slow
With no particular destination in mind, we took our time driving
Playing old songs and we'd all sing along
Listening to nostalgic songs and passionately singing along together
Didn't care if we missed a beat
We didn't mind if we were off rhythm or missed a musical note
Seeing her hair flying everywhere
Observing her hair flowing freely in the wind
Like she's still right beside me
It feels as if she is still by my side
Sometimes I think back on way back when and wish
Occasionally, I reminisce about the past and desire
I could do it again
To have the opportunity to relive those experiences
Out here we slow up sit in them chairs that fold up
In this setting, we take our time, sitting in collapsible chairs
Man I just hit my limit had to put that fishing pole up
I've reached my threshold and had to stop fishing
But that's okay we got a nice day and we ready to enjoy it
Nevertheless, it's alright because we have a beautiful day ahead and we are prepared to appreciate it
Got a kuzi full of cold ones and your boy bout to destroy it she be
I have an insulated beverage holder filled with cold drinks and I'm ready to consume them
Sittin pretty soaking up them rays
She is sitting attractively, basking in the sunlight
When she put that bottle to her lip
As she raises the bottle to her mouth
You can see that smile up on her face I won't
The joy is evident on her face, and I won't overlook it
Take it for granted that's all that I'm thinking
I constantly remind myself not to take this moment for granted
My people these moments just let it all sink in
My friends, allow yourselves to fully absorb and appreciate these moments
Sometimes I think back on way back when and wish
Occasionally, I reflect on the past and desire
I could do it again
To have the opportunity to relive those experiences
I could do it again
I would gladly repeat those moments
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: JARED RYAN SCIULLO, RYAN MILLER, TAYLOR RAY HOLBROOK
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