Back In The Saddle Again
Autry Gene Lyrics
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Out where a friend is a friend
Where the longhorn cattle feed
On the lowly jimsonweed
Back in the saddle again
Ridin' the range once more
Totin' my old .44
And the only law is right
Back in the saddle again
Whoopi-ty-aye-oh
Rockin' to and fro
Back in the saddle again
Whoopi-ty-aye-yay
I go my way
Back in the saddle again
I'm back in the saddle again
Out where a friend is a friend
Where the longhorn cattle feed
On the lowly jimsonweed
Back in the saddle again
Ridin' the range once more
Totin' my old .44
Where you sleep out every night
And the only law is right
Back in the saddle again
Whoopi-ty-aye-oh
Rockin' to and fro
Back in the saddle again
Whoopi-ty-aye-yay
I go my way
Back in the saddle again
The lyrics to Autry Gene's song "Back In The Saddle Again" evoke a sense of returning to a familiar and beloved place or situation. The phrase "back in the saddle again" is a metaphor for getting back into one's routine or resuming an activity or lifestyle that one is accustomed to. It signifies a return to a comfortable and familiar existence.
The song pays homage to the American Western genre, commonly associated with cowboys and their way of life. Autry Gene describes being out in the range, where a friend is truly a friend, emphasizing the importance of meaningful relationships in this community. He mentions the longhorn cattle feeding on the jimsonweed, highlighting the symbiotic relationship between the animals and their natural environment.
The lyrics also highlight the freedom and independence that come with living a cowboy's life. Autry Gene sings about sleeping out in the open every night and the only law being what is morally right. This alludes to a sense of self-reliance and a lifestyle where they answer only to their own judgment and values.
The catchy refrain of "Whoopi-ty-aye-oh" and "Whoopi-ty-aye-yay" adds a sense of joy and exuberance to the song. It adds to the image of riding freely and rockin' to and fro on horseback, embodying the spirit of adventure and a carefree attitude.
Overall, "Back In The Saddle Again" celebrates the cowboy way of life, with its themes of friendship, freedom, and returning to a familiar and cherished routine.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm back in the saddle again
I have returned to my familiar and comfortable lifestyle
Out where a friend is a friend
In a place where genuine friendships are formed
Where the longhorn cattle feed
Where the majestic longhorn cattle graze on the vegetation
On the lowly jimsonweed
On the humble and unnoticed jimsonweed plant
Back in the saddle again
Returning to an active and fulfilling existence
Ridin' the range once more
Traveling through the vast territories once again
Totin' my old .44
Carrying my trusted .44 caliber firearm
Where you sleep out every night
Where you spend your nights sleeping under the stars
And the only law is right
In a place where justice is determined solely by what is morally correct
Whoopi-ty-aye-oh
Expressing joy and enthusiasm
Rockin' to and fro
Swaying back and forth with excitement and energy
Whoopi-ty-aye-yay
Exclaiming joy and satisfaction
I go my way
I continue on my chosen path
Back in the saddle again
Returning to an active and fulfilling existence
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Gene Autry, Ray Whitley
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@kt2569
My husband's Uncle Ray Whitley, wrote BACK IN THE SADDLE AGAIN with Gene Autry. He was also in many cowboy movies with Gene Autry and Roy Rogers.
@matteo2454
Amazing!
@rickthorgerson4726
My grandfather is in heaven now. Passed right at New Years at midnight to heart failure at the age of 91. This was his music that he enjoyed. He played his guitar and loved gene autry. Thank u uncle Ray for the years of happiness that my grandfather enjoyed
@annbush1826
every Saturday we paid 25c to go to a cowboy movie in East Texas.
He also sang “El Rancho Grande”
but Pappy O’Daniel got elected Governor of Texas writing and singing
“Bluebonnets of Texas” to us from a platform on a flatbed trailer.
@ramsiami3277
Woaa cool !!
@g.cheatwood6120
Ray was my uncle Harce Whitleys'
brother. Harce married my father's sister. Ray and his wife would come to my house often sometimes spend the night in the very room in right now. I wish I had been older to really know who he was. I remember him well singing with my mother. I am honored to have known him and called him Uncle Ray
@keithmurphy4106
I wish more people remembered Gene Autry and all the old timers like my grandpa who believed in this country and would die for it
@leahmollytheblindcatnordee3586
I remember hearing him singing in the barn while my dad milked cows. Will always remember it.
@tomm1109
My daughter did a hip hop dance to a modified version of one of his Christmas songs. It was tastefully done version of Rulolf the Rednosed Reindeer with a drum track added for 10 year olds to dance to. The Trap Remix. I'm here because I wanted to hear more of his angelic voice. His Christmas songs especially are played every year and people just like me wonder "Who is this guy? I need to hear more." I smile trying to imagine what he would think if he heard that. Would he love it or hate it?
@uslines
Gene was always my preferred cowboy actor and singer. Don't forget he was also a fine composer of more traditional country music. I think I saw most of of his movies in a theater (I'm 81). Filmed in breathtaking sepia color. His long running radio program featured this tune as it's theme.