Their debut album, Dark Horse, was scheduled for release in late 2009. However, Caitlin & Will were released from their record label, Columbia Nashville, and the two went separate ways.
Dark Horse
Caitlin & Will Lyrics
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It's like they were born runnin' wild,
Runnin' wild
Deep down theres a blue fire flame
People laugh and call them names
But they can't
Keep 'em down
Everybody loves a dark horse, baby
A long shot in a world gone crazy, yeah
Yeah
You can do what you want to do
Win it all you got nothing to lose
Yeah, yeah
Beaten down, nowhere to run to
Count 'em out but it ain't nothing new
It aint nothing new
A hungry heart that ready to fight
Burnin' like stars in a small town sky
In a small town sky
Hey, hey
Everybody loves a dark horse, baby
A long shot in a world gone crazy, yeah
Yeah
You can do what you want to do
Win it all you got nothing to lose
Yeah, yeah
You can do anything you wanna do
Win it all when you ain't got nothing
Nothing to lose
Yeah
Everybody loves a dark horse, baby
A long shot in a world gone crazy, yeah
Yeah
You can do what you want to do
Win it all you got nothing to lose
The song Dark Horse by Caitlin & Will is an anthem for those that have been counted out or labeled as the underdog. It speaks to the idea that sometimes the people who come out on top are the ones that no one expects to. The lyrics describe these individuals as being like a blue fire flame, burning hot and strong despite being laughed at and called names. These people are compared to a long shot in a world gone crazy, with everyone around them thinking that they will fail. Despite this, they persevere and come out on top. The song encourages listeners to pursue their dreams and to not let anyone else's opinions bring them down.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "everybody loves a dark horse" multiple times, reiterating the message that these types of people are admired and respected. The lyrics also remind listeners that they have nothing to lose by going after what they want. The phrase "win it all, you got nothing to lose" speaks to the idea that taking risks can sometimes lead to great reward, even if it seems scary or impossible at first.
Overall, Dark Horse is a song about resilience, determination, and the power of believing in yourself. It encourages listeners to embrace their inner dark horse and to never give up on their dreams, no matter how big they may seem.
Line by Line Meaning
It's the ones that you don't see comin'
The unexpected people or situations are the ones that surprise you the most
It's like they were born runnin' wild, runnin' wild
These people or situations seem to have a natural inclination towards freedom and living life to the fullest, without constraints or inhibitions
Deep down there's a blue fire flame
Their passion and determination run deep like a blue flame, keeping them going in challenging times
People laugh and call them names, but they can't keep 'em down
Despite being ridiculed or underestimated, they don't let it affect them as they believe in their abilities and worth
Everybody loves a dark horse, baby
There's a special admiration and appeal towards the underdog or the unexpected winner
A long shot in a world gone crazy, yeah
In a world full of chaos and unpredictability, the idea of a long shot winning seems like a ray of hope and inspiration
You can do what you want to do, win it all you got nothing to lose, yeah, yeah
When you have nothing to lose, you have the freedom to take risks and chase your dreams without fear or hesitation
Beaten down, nowhere to run to
Feeling defeated and trapped with no escape or options available
Count 'em out but it ain't nothing new, it ain't nothing new
Being underestimated or overlooked has happened before and won't stop these individuals from trying again
A hungry heart that's ready to fight
A strong desire to succeed and a willingness to face obstacles head-on
Burnin' like the stars in a small town sky, in a small town sky
Their determination and passion shine brightly, even in a small or overlooked place
You can do anything you wanna do
Believing in your abilities and potential to achieve anything you set your mind to
Win it all when you ain't got nothing, nothing to lose, yeah
When you have no expectations, winning becomes even more rewarding and fulfilling
Contributed by Tyler M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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OMG It's about time, I've been waiting a year for this I hope this won't just be a digital thing and we can actually buy the album! Caitlin & Will you guys rule I LOVE YOUR MUSIC!!!
Sharon McMillan
I am so happy to hear some music from these two. they are so talented. I really really love this song. Go guys
Roseann Schrichte
Absolutely AWESOME! Their voices give me goose bumps!!!!
7163chevelle
I really love this song! Really GREAT voices!
Lesli Thomas
Loved this song from the very first time I ever heard it!! Such an amazing song.❤💯
Kristen Pool
I wish they would come out with another song! They are AMAZIIINNNNGGG!
iamme20031
Awesome song. I love their voices.
Brianna Lynn
So I heard you guys the first time you sang together and i hoped they would keep you two! You Guys Wre AMAZING!! and I am one of the biggest fans! I Honestly Love You! You guys are so GOOD!
Ashley Newell
I'm going to need these guys to make a come back. I really think they belong in today's country!
chocobeast
They have the most beautiful voices and the lyrics are so concise yet so deep. The music and the beat are so well done and put together I can literally listen to this while doing a variety of things.. I became an eternal fan a little too late. Please make more music.