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The Weary Kind
Ryan Bingham Lyrics


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Your heart's on the loose
You rolled them seven's with nothing lose
And this ain't no place for the weary kind

You called all your shots
Shooting 8 ball at the corner truck stop
Somehow this don't feel like home anymore

And this ain't no place for the weary kind
And this ain't no place to lose your mind
And this ain't no place to fall behind
Pick up your crazy heart and give it one more try

Your body aches'
Playing your guitar and sweating out the hate
The days and the nights all feel the same

Whiskey has been a thorn in your side
And it doesn't forget
The highway that calls for your heart inside

And this ain't no place for the weary kind
And this ain't no place to lose your mind
And this ain't no place to fall behind
Pick up your crazy heart and give it one more try

Your lovers won't kiss
It's too damn far from your fingertips
You are the man that ruined her world

Your heart's on the loose
You rolled them seven's with nothing lose
And this ain't no place for the weary kind

Overall Meaning

The Weary Kind by Ryan Bingham is a song about a man who has been on the road for too long, playing his guitar to numb the pain and forget about his troubles. His heart is restless, and he feels like he has nothing to lose, having lived a life full of gambles and risks, like rolling the dice in a game of craps. The lyrics "Your heart's on the loose, you rolled them seven's with nothing to lose" illustrate this idea. However, he realizes that the life he has been living is starting to take its toll on him, and he cannot handle it anymore. He feels out of place, like the world he used to know is not the same anymore, and he cannot find his way back home. The lyrics "Somehow this don't feel like home anymore" express this notion of displacement.


The song talks about how whiskey has been a thorn in his side, reminding him of the mistakes he has made, and how the highway is a constant reminder of what he has left behind. The lyrics "Whiskey has been a thorn in your side, and it doesn't forget, the highway that calls for your heart inside" capture this idea beautifully. The chorus of the song reminds the listener that this is not a place for the weary kind, and that the singer needs to pick up his "crazy heart" and give it one more try. The song ends with the singer realizing that he has lost the love of his life and how the distance has made it impossible for them to be together. The lyrics "You are the man that ruined her world, your lovers won't kiss, it's too damn far from your fingertips" deliver this message.


Line by Line Meaning

Your heart's on the loose
You are not in control of your heart and its desires


You rolled them seven's with nothing lose
You have taken risks and gambled without fear of the consequences


And this ain't no place for the weary kind
This environment is unforgiving and not meant for those who are tired and worn out


You called all your shots
You have made all the decisions in your life so far


Shooting 8 ball at the corner truck stop
You are passing time and engaging in trivial activities that bring no fulfillment


Somehow this don't feel like home anymore
You feel lost and disconnected from the familiar aspects of your life


Your body aches'
Your physical and emotional pain is overwhelming


Playing your guitar and sweating out the hate
You use music as an outlet for your negative emotions


The days and the nights all feel the same
Your life is monotonous and lacking in variety


Whiskey has been a thorn in your side
Alcohol has been a constant source of trouble and pain for you


And it doesn't forget
The consequences of your alcohol use continue to haunt you


The highway that calls for your heart inside
The freedom of the open road tempts you to escape your problems


And this ain't no place to lose your mind
This environment is not safe for those who are struggling with their mental health


And this ain't no place to fall behind
This is a competitive and fast-paced environment where falling behind can mean failure


Pick up your crazy heart and give it one more try
You must continue to try and live your life despite the struggles and pain you have faced


Your lovers won't kiss
Your relationships are strained and lacking in intimacy


It's too damn far from your fingertips
Physical distance and emotional distance come between you and those you love


You are the man that ruined her world
Your actions have caused harm and suffering to someone you love




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: GEORGE RYAN BINGHAM, RYAN BINGHAM, T-BONE BURNETT

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The Weary Kind (Theme From Crazy Heart)

Ryan Bingham

Your heart's on the loose
You rolled them seven's with nothing lose
And this ain't no place for the weary kind

You called all your shots
Shooting 8 ball at the corner truck stop
Somehow this don't feel like home anymore

And this ain't no place for the weary kind
And this ain't no place to lose your mind
And this ain't no place to fall behind
Pick up your crazy heart and give it one more try

Your body aches'
Playing your guitar and sweating out the hate
The days and the nights all feel the same

Whiskey has been a thorn in your side
And it doesn't forget
The highway that calls for your heart inside

And this ain't no place for the weary kind
And this ain't no place to lose your mind
And this ain't no place to fall behind
Pick up your crazy heart and give it one more try

Your lovers won't kiss
It's too damn far from your fingertips
You are the man that ruined her world

Your heart's on the loose
You rolled them seven's with nothing lose
And this ain't no place for the weary kind



All comments from YouTube:

@deshamarie8361

This song hit me to the very depth of my soul. I've been married to my husband for 16 yrs. He is an over the road truck driver. Its in his blood. I would joke and say the road is his mistress. Missed holidays, birthdays you name it. When he would come home,you could see the age the road left on him. To the point ,I didn't even recognize him. My own husband was a stranger. To say the lease, it's hard on our relationship. Yet, we always made do. Grateful for the time God gave us. That's a special type of person to dedicate your heart and soul for the road. That is until.
I was diagnosed with breast and Lympynod cancer. A hell of a trip your mind plays on you when all you have to do is think. The games your mind plays. While all you see is that white line down the pavement. He would say if anything happens. I'll try to make it home. I'm doing my best. I will be there. Sometimes empty promises. Money has to be made. We have more bills now do to the cancer treatments. This for us. I could hear the hurt in his voice, of feeling as if he let Me, us down. I have to get going. Im late. Got to make up time. Hurry up and wait. Pavement waits for no one. I choose him and would again. But, that love comes at a very heavy price. He tells me this is his last trip. He's done. He misses home. (Me) The Road Ain't no place for the weary kind. Cherish what you have. Don't ever take one moment for granted .Peace & Love. Sorry for the book

@kennethbrown7791

My heart goes out to you thanks for the book

@jeronimonoguera3061

Lo único que puedo añadir, es que esta extraordinaria balada, lleva una parte del alma, de muchos de nosotros. Magnífica.

@MarieSchilling88

​@@kennethbrown7791Posted on 3 songs that I have seen. I guess there are many. If you can't spell the type of cancer you have..... Problem.

@MarieSchilling88

STOP WITH TRYING TO ILLICIT SYMPATHY! I have seen your novella on 3 different songs. First, to say the "least" not "lease". Second, you can't spell what type of Cancer you have? This is disgraceful to people who actually have cancer in their "LYMPH Nodes" and don't come on YT with some story. What do you get out of this?

@MarieSchilling88

Lympynod? It's called Lymphoma and it's Lymph Nodes.

@oliverraymond877

Hands down one of the greatest original songs ever written for a movie

@dojocho1894

Through a divorce I was almost homeless had to sell my horses for I couldn't afford to feed them....I used to listen to this song and it motivated me to try one more time at my age........I'm doing well now....I comeback to listen to it from time to time to remember where I had come from

@Iknowaboutroaches3350

​@@dojocho1894that is really amazing, you are strong.

@jussiesmollet4137

This is as country of a song as there can possibly be.

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