Free And Easy
Dierks Bentley Lyrics
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Free and easy down the road I go
Hanging memories on the high line poles
Free and easy down the road I go
Free and easy down the road I go
Ragweed's rocking on the radio
Free and easy down the road I go
So I keep rolling like an old banjo
Free and easy down the road I go
Got the sun shining on me like a big spotlight
So I know everything is gonna be alright
Ain't no telling where the wind might blow
Free and easy down the road I go
Living life like a Sunday stroll
Free and easy down the road I go
Free and easy down the road I go
If you only get to go around one time
I'm gonna sit back and try to enjoy the ride
I could make a million or wind up broke
Free and easy down the road I go
Can't take it with you when you go, so
Free and easy down the road I go
Someday I know it's gonna take me home, so
Free and easy down the road I go
Free and easy down the road I go
The lyrics to Dierks Bentley's "Free and Easy" are about living life in a free-spirited way, not getting too attached to material possessions or worrying too much about the future. The singer describes traveling down the road with nothing but a pair of boots and a sack of clothes, feeling the sun shining on him like a "big spotlight." He's listening to ragweed on the radio and "hanging memories on the high line poles," suggesting that he's making the most of the journey and not focusing too much on his ultimate destination.
As the chorus repeats, the singer emphasizes the importance of enjoying life and not worrying too much: "Living life like a Sunday stroll / Free and easy down the road I go." He acknowledges that he could "make a million or wind up broke," but ultimately it doesn't matter because "you can't take it with you when you go." The song ends on a note of acceptance, with the singer "know[ing]" that someday he'll be taken home.
"Free and Easy" is a song about living in the present and enjoying life for what it is, rather than worrying too much about the future or getting too attached to material possessions. It's a reminder to take joy in the journey, not just the destination.
Line by Line Meaning
Pair of boots and a sack of clothes
With only the bare essentials for survival – just a pair of boots and a sack of clothes – I embark upon my journey.
Free and easy down the road I go
I travel without any specific destination or expectations, enjoying the freedom of the open road.
Hanging memories on the high line poles
As I travel, I pause to reflect on the memories I've made and leave them behind like clothes drying on a clothesline.
Ragweed's rocking on the radio
The sound of the road is my only constant companion as I drive, keeping me company and reminding me of the simple joys of life.
So I keep rolling like an old banjo
I continue on my journey without hesitation, like a musician strumming an old, familiar instrument.
Got the sun shining on me like a big spotlight
The warm glow of the sun reminds me that everything is going to be okay and propels me forward towards my destination.
Ain't no telling where the wind might blow
I'm open to the possibilities and uncertainties of life, accepting that the future is impossible to predict or control.
Living life like a Sunday stroll
I take my time and enjoy life's simple pleasures, living in the present moment like I might on a leisurely Sunday afternoon.
If you only get to go around one time
I recognize the fleeting nature of life and want to make the most of the time I've been given.
I could make a million or wind up broke
Money and material possessions don't define my happiness or my journey – I'm content to live my life regardless of my financial status.
Can't take it with you when you go, so
I acknowledge that material possessions can't come with me when I leave this world, so I choose to focus on living and enjoying life in the present moment.
Someday I know it's gonna take me home, so
At the end of my journey, I know that I'll eventually find my way back home, wherever or whatever that may be.
Free and easy down the road I go
I embrace the freedom and simplicity of my journey, taking each day as it comes and enjoying the ride.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Reservoir Media Management, Inc., Hipgnosis Songs Group
Written by: Dierks Bentley, Robbie Harrington, Rodney Janzen, Steven Beavers
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@edwardkrzynowek241
I don't think this song could have ever been recorded or even written back in the days of Classic Country. To me, it leans more in the direction of the progressive country that came later. But, not so far that it hides or betrays its Classic roots.
That is, it doesn't come across as almost a pop song. At least, not to me. In fact, I bet some of those past music greats that came later would have liked some of the newer music.
I get a laugh out of this one little tidbit regarding this particular song.
I used to talk to and email a friend of mine. We both like music. But, he had a lot more relatives in the south and southwest than I did. So, I think he felt more in touch with this kind of music.
I was talking to him on the phone about this song, and that I liked it, at least 10 years ago. He knew the song I meant. But, he couldn't remember the name of the artist.
When I told him it was 'Dierks Bentley', he corrected me right away:
"Oh, yeah, Dirk Smedley. I've heard of him before". He sounded serious.
I tried once to tell him the name I'd heard to him again. But, he just repeated his original version.
I knew him well enough to just let it go. I never win in this arena. Besides, he likes to kid around quite a bit at times. He might have been pulling my leg.
I love this happy sounding song. And I do think of that Smedley guy every time I hear it.
In fact, I just now did a quick check on Wikipedia, to make sure the other spelling wasn't there. But, I think I'm safe--no Smedleys here. Lol.
@Nargle19.
2023 my friend
@daydrms
My stepfather was a Puerto Rican from Brooklyn, New York. He met my momma in Mississippi and was like my real dad. He loved country songs like this. May he rest in Heaven
@tomlasko8999
Fake af 😂 nice trolling though😂
@trump2024-ForEver
Fake news. Whites don't like colored. You're straight trolling
@camiloquinto5998
Hol
@kidhatfield4744
Hallelujah
@kidhatfield4744
It's ok cause when you think your finna come fuck with me you won't find me paisa hoochie ask them chotas how long they look for me I smash out so forget about it move the fuck on get your papi out of there yourself and don't come fkn with me ever the fuck again
@jimmyk127
The song is dedicated to Timmy Kline FDNY who passed fighting a fire in 2022
@barbaracabello587
One time while driving along the road
I heard this song playing on the radio
It was so sweet and relaxing; Heaven -sent
When, suddenly ... free & easy through the ditch (and fence) I went ....
@lesliecrunk1
😂😂🤦♀️