Ditch Digger
16 Horsepower Lyrics
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She is the only - girl I will speak of
Yes I went on down for to get my girl
An' free her from the devil's world
I hear the sound of her heart a poundin'
Fear was the hole boy that she wer' found in
The tears of my lord
Yes they run to the ground
Yes I wen' on down for to see my true love
Yeah an' I foun' trouble there
But even so I thank the lord for givin' me
And givin' one so fair
The lyrics of 16 Horsepower's "Ditch Digger" depict the story of a man who is determined to rescue his true love from the clutches of the devil. He digs down to reach her and finds her in despair and fear. The sound of her heart pounding expresses her anxiety, and tears flow down due to the overwhelming emotions she has experienced. However, despite the challenges and trouble he encounters, the man remains grateful to God for giving him such a beautiful and fair lady to love.
The lyrics showcase a powerful message of love and determination, as the singer goes to great lengths to rescue his beloved. The song also highlights the influence of religion in overcoming adversities and the significance of gratitude towards God for blessings, even in difficult situations.
Line by Line Meaning
I dug on down - for to see my true love
I went to great depths to reunite with my beloved
She is the only - girl I will speak of
I only have eyes for her and I speak of no other woman
Yes I went on down for to get my girl
I went to great lengths to rescue my woman
An' free her from the devil's world
I liberated her from a life of struggle and misfortune
I hear the sound of her heart a poundin'
I can feel the intensity of her emotions
Fear was the hole boy that she wer' found in
My love was trapped in an abyss of fear and hopelessness
The tears of my lord
The sorrow of my God
Yes they run to the ground
They fall to the earth below
Amazing grace how sweet the sound
The mercy of God is a beautiful thing
Yes I wen' on down for to see my true love
I journeyed far to see the one I love
Yeah an' I foun' trouble there
I encountered difficulties along the way
But even so I thank the lord for givin' me
Despite my struggles, I am grateful to God
And givin' one so fair
For giving me a beautiful and pure-hearted woman
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DAVID EUGENE EDWARDS, JEAN-YVES TOLA
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