That's Why We Ride
Casey Donahew Lyrics
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Cowboys love rodeo well that's just the way God made us
I was raised on brimstone and barbwire fences and
Mama used to pray that I'd come to my senses
But I love gold buckles and wild horses and
Spurs that rattle when my boots hit the ground
It's those eight second chances and cowgirl glances
My heart beats fast when I slide in the saddle
Cowboys with the ranked broncs but I just love the battle
It's those late nights and highways and rigged out on pain pills
That Sin City rodeo still gives me chills
I love gold buckles and wild horses and
Spurs that rattle when my boots hit the ground
It's those eight second chances and cowgirl glances
It's the blood and the glory, baby that's why we ride
Mama said don't waste your time chasing a rodeo
But I never had a choice, it's the only life I'll ever know
And Daddy said you got the heart, now bear down and try
Hold on for two and let 'em fly
I love gold buckles and wild horses and
Spurs that rattle when my boots hit the ground
It's those eight second chances and cowgirl glances
It's the blood and the glory, baby that's why we ride
Gold buckles and wild horses and
Spurs that rattle when my boots hit the ground
It's those eight second changes and cowgirl glances
It's the blood and the glory, baby that's why we ride
Blood and the glory, baby that's why we ride
The song "That's Why We Ride" by Casey Donahew is about the love and passion that rodeo cowboys have for their sport. The lyrics describe the long journey that cowboys make from their homes to places like Las Vegas, where they compete in rodeos. Despite being warned by their parents about the dangers and risks involved in rodeo, the cowboys pursue their passion with all their heart.
The opening lines of the song talk about the distance between Fort Worth and Las Vegas. However, the cowboys' love for rodeo and the excitement it brings is well worth the travel. The Cowboys are passionate about Rodeo since that's how God made them. The cowboys come from a lifestyle where they have grown up with barbwire fences and have a deep respect for the sport.
The chorus of the song, "It's those eight-second chances and cowgirl glances, it's the blood and the glory, baby that's why we ride," illustrates the thrill and the rush that the cowboys get when they're in the arena. They love the adrenaline of the challenge that comes with taming wild horses and the thrill of competition. The cowboys love the chase for gold buckles, spurs that rattle, and cowgirl glances.
In conclusion, Casey Donahew's "That's Why We Ride" celebrates the passion and dedication of the rodeo cowboys who bravely pursue their dreams and face their fears to achieve their goals. The song praises their courage and love for the sport.
Line by Line Meaning
It's twelve hundred miles from Fort Worth to Vegas
The distance from Fort Worth to Vegas doesn't deter cowboys from going to rodeos in Vegas.
Cowboys love rodeo well that's just the way God made us
A love for rodeo seems deeply ingrained in cowboys and is possibly inherent.
I was raised on brimstone and barbwire fences and Mama used to pray that I'd come to my senses
The cowboy comes from a background with strict Christian values and his mother hoped he'd give up rodeo and live a different life.
But I love gold buckles and wild horses and Spurs that rattle when my boots hit the ground
Despite his mother's prayers, the cowboy cannot resist his love for rodeo culture and the sound of his spurs hitting the ground.
It's those eight second chances and cowgirl glances, It's the blood and the glory baby that's why we ride
Cowboys are drawn to the challenge of staying on bucking bulls or broncs for 8 seconds and the attention from cowgirls after successful rides, and they have a deep appreciation for the excitement and glory that come with rodeo.
My heart beats fast when I slide in the saddle, Cowboys with the ranked broncs but I just love the battle
The cowboy is excited by the physical and mental challenge of riding broncs and finds himself passionately drawn to the competition.
It's those late nights and highways and rigged out on pain pills, That Sin City rodeo still gives me chills
Despite the hardships of living on the road and self-medicating with pain pills, the cowboy feels a thrilling anticipation whenever he goes to the rodeo in Las Vegas.
Mama said don't waste your time chasing a rodeo, But I never had a choice, it's the only life I'll ever know
The cowboy's mother discouraged his pursuit of rodeo, but he feels that it is his calling and the only life he is meant to lead.
And Daddy said you got the heart, now bear down and try, Hold on for two and let 'em fly
The cowboy's father encouraged him to have the courage to take on the challenge of staying on a bronc for 8 seconds and to give it his all.
Gold buckles and wild horses and Spurs that rattle when my boots hit the ground, It's those eight second changes and cowgirl glances, It's the blood and the glory, baby that's why we ride
The chorus repeats the reasons why cowboys find rodeo culture irresistible, including the thrill of winning gold buckles, the excitement of riding wild horses, and the glory that comes with a successful ride, all of which contribute to the adrenaline rush that drives cowboys to keep pursuing rodeo.
Writer(s): darren barry, casey donahew, john newsome
Contributed by Jonathan N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.