The Way I Am
Bryan and the Haggards Lyrics


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Wish I was down on some blue bayou
With a bamboo cane stuck in the sand
But the road I'm on, don't seem to go there
So I just dream, keep on being the way I am

Wish I enjoyed what makes my living
Did what I do with a willin' hand
Some would run, ah, but that ain't like me
So I just dream and keep on bein' the way I am

The way I am, don't fit my shackles
The way I am, reality
I can almost see that bobber dancin'
So I just dream, keep on being the way I am

The way I am, don't fit my shackles
The way I am, reality
I can almost see that bobber dancin',
So I just dream, keep on bein' the way I am





I just dream, keep on bein' the way I am

Overall Meaning

These lyrics from Bryan and the Haggards' song "The Way I Am" express a sense of yearning for a simpler, more carefree life. The singer wishes he could be down on a blue bayou with a bamboo cane, enjoying a slower pace of life. However, he recognizes that the road he's on doesn't lead there, so all he can do is dream and keep on being the way he is.


The lyrics also touch on the idea of job satisfaction. The singer wishes he enjoyed what he did for a living and approached it with a willing attitude, but that's not the case for him. He acknowledges that some people might run from that situation, but he chooses to keep dreaming and being true to himself.


The chorus emphasizes the idea that the way the singer is doesn't fit with the expectations or constraints placed upon him ("the way I am, don't fit my shackles"). He sees a vision of a bobber dancing, perhaps representing the freedom and joy he wishes he could experience. But again, all he can do is dream and be true to himself.


Overall, the lyrics paint a picture of someone who feels confined by their circumstances and responsibilities, but who chooses to maintain their sense of self and optimism through dreaming.


Line by Line Meaning

Wish I was down on some blue bayou
I wish I was in a peaceful and tranquil setting like a blue bayou.


With a bamboo cane stuck in the sand
I wish to be relaxed and carefree like someone leisurely sitting by a blue bayou.


But the road I'm on, don't seem to go there
Unfortunately, my current path doesn't lead me to the peaceful setting that I wish for.


So I just dream, keep on being the way I am
Despite this, I choose to continue being who I am and hold onto my dreams.


Wish I enjoyed what makes my living
I wish I found pleasure in the work that I do to make a living.


Did what I do with a willin' hand
I wish to approach my work with enthusiasm and willingness.


Some would run, ah, but that ain't like me
Others might choose to run away from the work they don't enjoy, but that's not my style.


The way I am, don't fit my shackles
My identity and personality don't conform to the limitations that society places on me.


The way I am, reality
This is who I really am despite what others may expect from me.


I can almost see that bobber dancin'
In my mind's eye, I can imagine the joy and peace that I may find if things were different.


So I just dream, keep on bein' the way I am
Despite my circumstances, I choose to hold onto my dreams and continue being my true, authentic self.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Sonny Throckmorton

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Chloe Hall

Not a fan of Sam hunt's style of country music but I enjoyed this and I think the Hag would approve!

Gina Ago

yes indeed...love it

Valerie Ponzio

I love it! Awesome job! Keep em' coming!!

Amy Jo

Wonderful video.. .Thank YOU for posting... Sam Hunt did an amazing job on covering this song...

Jolene Rivas

He did an awesome job!!!!!
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Tracey Steeves

Nicely done Mr. Hunt.
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I love this, I have tears, so beautiful

Kenneth Wright

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Yvonne Wills-Williams

Loved the way out sang TheWay I Am.

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