Tennessee River
Alabama Lyrics
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In the mountains where I call home
Lord, times were good there
Don't know why I ever roamed
Oh, Tennessee River and a mountain man,
We get together anytime we can
Oh, Tennessee River and a mountain man,
We play together in Mother Nature's band
Me and my woman's done made our plans
On the Tennessee River, walkin' hand in hand
Gonna raise a famly, Lord, settle down
Where peace and love can still be found
Oh, Tennessee River and a mountain man,
We get together anytime we can
Oh, Tennessee River and a mountain man,
We play together in Mother Nature's band
Alabama's song "Tennessee River" tells the story of a man who was born and raised in the mountains across the river from where he currently resides. The man reminisces about the good times he had in the mountains and wonders why he ever left. The song speaks of the strong connection between the man and the Tennessee River, as well as the mountains that he still calls home. The river and the mountains are depicted as sources of comfort and companionship, personified as a band with Mother Nature at the helm.
As the song progresses, the man speaks of his plans and dreams for the future. He wants to start a family with his woman on the banks of the Tennessee River, where they can find peace and love. The song speaks of the man's longing to go back to his roots and to live a simple life, away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Overall, the song is a tribute to the beauty and importance of nature, and the deep connection that people have with it. It also speaks to the idea of finding solace and comfort in the familiar and the natural, rather than constantly seeking new horizons.
Line by Line Meaning
I was born across the river
I was born on the other side of the Tennessee River.
In the mountains where I call home
My home is in the mountains where I grew up.
Lord, times were good there
Life was good in the mountains where I was born.
Don't know why I ever roamed
I don't know why I left the place where I grew up.
Oh, Tennessee River and a mountain man,
The Tennessee River and I, a man from the mountains,
We get together anytime we can
We come together as often as possible.
Me and my woman's done made our plans
My woman and I have made plans for our future.
On the Tennessee River, walkin' hand in hand
We plan to settle down by the Tennessee River and walk together hand in hand.
Gonna raise a famly, Lord, settle down
Our plan is to start a family and have a peaceful life.
Where peace and love can still be found
We hope to find a place where love and peace is still present.
We play together in Mother Nature's band
The Tennessee River and I, we enjoy the beauty of Mother Nature's creation together.
Lyrics Β© Peermusic Publishing
Written by: RANDY OWEN
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@nytemyst72
Rest well Mr. Cook Thank you for the music.
@davidblees9539
I remember Alabama well when my late wife and I were dating many many years ago. Keep up the beautiful meaningful music. Brings back many great memories.
@tpooh7482
2023. Needed a little comfort myself..
I truly hope you've found some peace David Blees
@PhiilipJones17678
This guy's wife
@jonnywildcat6146
bro R.I.P your wife this song gives me motivation and helps me be the best man i can
@angelarice8415
This is always one of my favorites and Iβm so sorry to hear about Jeff Cook about passing away he sure was a good fiddle player RIP Jeff Cook .
@fabulousrobert6607
This song was a real big hit in its day. On every radio station.
Alabama won tons of awards, trophyβs, hall of fame, you name it.
It was a good time to be country.
@OctEddie
And now country music kind of....sucks. It's so pretentious and whiny. No longer singing the joys of country living and the pride of country life.
@fabulousrobert6607
@@OctEddie
Yeah, exactly huh. Itβs like going to a museum and seeing old guitars, stage outfits and pictures from those country singers of its day, and listening to music demonstrations via headphones π§ connected to a music and video storage device to relive its time.
Sort of reminds me of that song by the BΓ‘rbara Mandrell, βI was country, when country wasnβt coolβ
It was a song she sung on her tv show back in the day. Besides, I never, if ever see anyone dressing and listening to country.
Sign of the Times
@saraslightlyawkwardintuiti8055
This band will always be one of my favorites.