Blue Water Highway runs just outside of Freeport up towards Galveston along the Texas Gulf Coast. This is the part of the world where the cultures of Texas and Louisiana collide in a unique melting pot steeped in the traditions of the people of both states. It is here, in the town of Lake Jackson, TX, that Zack Kibodeaux and Greg Essington became high school friends after Zack witnessed Greg playing Billy Joel's "Piano Man," and immediately enrolled in piano lessons himself. Their partnership included performing in musicals and local coffee shops, until the friends went their separate ways after high school. Greg headed to New York City to pursue a degree in music technology. Zack went to Texas State in San Marcos to study vocal performance, specifically opera. Soon, Zack was writing songs and sending them to his friend in New York. Finally, he coaxed Greg back to Texas to form the band he had been hearing in his head. Although they had landed in their adopted hometown of San Marcos, when it came time to name the band the first thing that came to mind was the landmark back home on the coast. The two dubbed the band, Blue Water Highway Band, and began to create a sound as unique as the region they came from.
Finding the right group of people to complete the band came with its own set of challenges. Zack turned to Catherine Clark, a fellow opera singer, to complete the three part harmonies that the band would soon to be known for. Kyle James Smith was enlisted as the bassist and Zach Landreneau joined on keyboards, lap steel, guitar, accordion, and pretty much any other instrument you can think of. The band released a self-titled, six song, EP in 2013 and then followed that up with the full length LP “Things We Carry” in 2015. This album featured the single “Medicine Man” that quickly became the closing song in an increasingly popular live show.
The band began touring across the United States in 2015 and continues to define themselves as a live act built on excellent musicianship, great songs, and that signature three part harmony that sets the band apart from their peers. They continue to explore new sounds and musical landscapes will remaining true to their roots along the Blue Water Highway.
Medicine Man
Blue Water Highway Band Lyrics
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And he sees your careful walk out on the
Medicine Man is a song by the Blue Water Highway Band that explores the idea of emotional healing through the metaphorical character of a medicine man. The opening lines, "Well honey here I come I gotta wagon load a million different words I'm putting on for sure I'm peddling my heart," suggest the singer's desperation to find a cure for his emotional pain. He has gathered all the words he can find in order to speak his truth and heal his heart.
The titular Medicine Man is portrayed as a wise figure who understands the importance of emotional healing. He sees the singer's "careful walk out on the edge," and recognizes the precariousness of his emotional state. Through his guidance and support, the Medicine Man helps the singer find the strength to move forward and leave behind the pain of his past.
Overall, Medicine Man is a song that explores universal themes of emotional healing and personal growth. Through its vivid imagery and powerful lyrics, it encourages listeners to seek out the help they need to overcome their own emotional struggles and find a way to move forward with their lives.
Contributed by Emma D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@mimigirlw9268
We love this band ! They are soooooo nice in person . They are so AWESOME AND AMAZING !!!!
@dulceflores5198
Omg this band is beyond amazing. I had so much fun listening to them live last night. They will definitely go far!
@DonnaBoykin
Love it ~ y’all gotta great sound! It’s happy, get up and dance music. 🎶 💃 🕺🏼 🎉
@patyfagler1516
This is a great song! It cheered me up! You are just taking off guys! You will make it big!
@tinascott5479
They put on an amazing concert !
Great concert at the Moxi Theater in Greeley Colorado last night !
@Bluewaterhwy
Glad you enjoyed it!
@cataira1
I'm in brazoswood choir and our teacher showed us this video today. He's really proud of you guys! I love this song
@Five0Music
Great work guys! All the best to you as you step forward into a big future. Sky's the limit!
@gunnermylove
Hi! I am in Sara Trammels 7th and 8th grade varsity choir class. Today in class she showed us your video and we loved it.❤️ You guys are awesome at life and music!🎼
@joebliskey
Nicely done and well produced. Enjoyed it!