Country Song
Casey Donahew Lyrics
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It's a crowd in the rain when the wind turns cold
It's an empty glass in a love gone wrong
My life is just like a country song
It's like that first kiss when you're holding on tight
When two boys love one girl and you know they're gonna fight
It's easy, teen wheels bring me home where I belong
I've spent all my time in these smokey bars
On a stage too small against a neon wall
And with the crowd I just can't stop singing along
My life's just like a country song
It's like winners and losers and a couple of broken hearts
And a girl from my hometown to tear my world apart
Or a high-school rebel pretending that he's strong
Yeah, my life's just like a country song
I've spent all my time in these smokey bars
On a stage too small against a neon wall
And with the crowd I just can't stop singing along
My life's just like a country song
My life's a beat-up truck on an old dirt road
It's a crowd in the rain when the wind turns cold
It's an empty glass in a love gone wrong
My life is just like a country song
My life is just like a country song
My life is just like a country song
I've spent all my time in these smokey bars
On a stage too small against a neon wall
And with the crowd I just can't stop singing along
My life's just like a country song
My life's just like a country song
Casey Donahew's "Country Song" is a lament about the ups and downs of life in which he compares his experiences to a country song. As Donahew sings about his life, he compares it to a "beat-up truck on an old dirt road" and a "crowd in the rain when the wind turns cold." He talks about love gone wrong, the first kiss, and two boys who fight over a girl. He eventually sings about how he's spent all his time in smokey bars, performing on small stages against neon walls and that he just cannot stop singing along with the crowd. What permeates throughout the lyrics is the sense of pride and struggle that comes with living life in a way that is relatable to his audience.
The song is a classic ode to the country music genre, sometimes referred to as a "drinkin' and cheatin'" song. It takes the listener through the highs and lows of life and love, and it does so in a way that the audience can relate to. The lyrics are written in such a way that anyone who has lost love or struggled through life can identify with. The song's honesty, simplicity and relatability are the reasons it remains a favorite among country music fans.
Line by Line Meaning
My life's a beat-up truck on an old dirt road
My life feels old and rundown, like a beat-up truck driving on a rough dirt road.
It's a crowd in the rain when the wind turns cold
Sometimes life can be tough and uncomfortable, like being in a cold rain surrounded by a crowd of people.
It's an empty glass in a love gone wrong
Love can leave you feeling empty and hopeless, like an empty glass from a broken relationship.
My life is just like a country song
My life has many elements that are typical of a country music song, such as love, heartbreak, and growing up in a small town.
It's like that first kiss when you're holding on tight
Some of life's best moments can be intense and exciting, like a first kiss when you're holding on tightly.
When two boys love one girl and you know they're gonna fight
Love can be complicated and difficult, like when two boys compete for the same girl and you know there will be conflict.
It's easy, teen wheels bring me home where I belong
Sometimes life can be simple and uncomplicated, like when you're a teenager driving home and you feel like you belong.
I've spent all my time in these smokey bars
I've spent a lot of my life in dingy bars surrounded by cigarette smoke and alcohol.
On a stage too small against a neon wall
Despite the small stage and fluorescent lighting, I still love performing and connecting with the audience.
And with the crowd I just can't stop singing along
When I'm performing and the audience is singing along with me, it's an indescribable feeling that I never want to end.
It's like winners and losers and a couple of broken hearts
Life is full of ups and downs, some people come out ahead while others end up with broken hearts.
And a girl from my hometown to tear my world apart
Sometimes the people we love most can also be the ones who hurt us the most, like a girl from my hometown who tore my heart apart.
Or a high-school rebel pretending that he's strong
Growing up and trying to fit in can be challenging, like when a high-school rebel tries to put up a tough front to seem strong.
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Written by: Casey Donahew
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David Shuster
Casey, awesome song and really bring out the memories for an ole small town guy. It's awesome to have seen you grow into a awesome performer, keep up the great work.
Jason Fleury
Never get tired of this song.
William Shawn
Awesome voice
drewcrow2000
I can’t believe that 24 ppl didn’t like this song. It’s such an awesome song. Casey Donahew is one of my favorite Texas country artists. Cheers from Texas 🍻🍻🍻
Ruth Boykin
ABSOLUTELY GREAT!
K Tex
My favorite band!
Wes Kent
Love the music,, you set the bar high!
Mike Sykie
Hey
Poopie PoopieMcdookie
No he doesn’t
Kelvin Mulkey
i love all the Texas music, but Casey Donahew Band is hands down my favorite!