Dean Brody was born in Jaffray, British Columbia, Canada.[2] As a boy, Brody worked at a sawmill, also playing guitar in his spare time. By 2004, he had moved to Nashville, Tennessee to pursue his musical career. Although he found a songwriting contract, the expiration of his US work permit forced him to move back to Canada. Eventually, he returned to Nashville through the suggestion of producer Keith Stegall, who helped him sign with Broken Bow Records in 2008.[2] Brody released his debut single, "Brothers", late that year. Shortly before its release, Brody was injured in a waterskiing accident.[3]
Dirt Roads Scholar
Dean Brody Lyrics
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We rode into town and there we found a cantina and sorority bus
I started trading my lines with a tall blond hair kappa delta
She said boy what school are you from I said I'd be happy to tell ya
CHORUS:
I'm from the dirt road poison ivy league of campfires, guitars, and river swings
Got the good life down and if you hang around we can get a little dust on that collar Cause I'm a genuine, certified dirt road scholar
Graduated the top of the school of hard knocks
Pass the bar anytime I ain't thirsty
My country clubs exclusive to none but a fishing pole would come in handy
No you ain't really lived till you get chill bumps from a coyote cry
Or fine dine till you've cooked on a mountain
Lightning bugs for candle light, yeah...
CHORUS:
I'm from the dirt road poison ivy league of campfires, guitars, and river swings
Got the good life down and if you hang around we can get a little dust on that collar
Cause I'm a genuine, certified dirt road scholar...
I'm from the dirt road poison ivy league of campfires, guitars, and river swings
Got the good life down and if you hang around we can get a little dust on that collar
Cause I'm a genuine, Alumni certified, give you a country time, love to treat you right, wrapped in a blanket tight, sing
You to sleep at night, dirt road scholar...
In Dean Brody's song "Dirt Roads Scholar", the singer is a self-proclaimed "dirt road scholar" who embraces the simple, laid-back lifestyle of country living. The song begins with the singer picking up his friend Jake during spring break and heading into town. They end up at a cantina where the singer begins flirting with a tall blond kappa delta. When asked what school he's from, the singer responds by proclaiming himself a "genuine, certified dirt road scholar".
Throughout the song, the singer describes the joys of living in the country: campfires, guitars, river swings, and fishing poles. He notes that he's "graduated the top of the school of hard knocks" and is "pass the bar anytime I ain't thirsty", meaning he's experienced in navigating life's challenges and doesn't need to rely on anyone else. The singer also recognizes that there's real beauty in the natural world, like the sound of coyotes at night and lightning bugs illuminating the dark.
Overall, "Dirt Roads Scholar" is a celebration of a certain type of Southern lifestyle, one that values simplicity, community, and connection to nature. The singer takes pride in his roots and encourages others to embrace the same way of life.
Line by Line Meaning
My Buddy Jake said hey its spring break so I picked him up in my truck
My friend Jake invited me to go on a vacation during the spring break, so I went to pick him up in my truck.
We rode into town and there we found a cantina and sorority bus
We went into town and stumbled upon a cantina and a bus that belonged to a sorority.
I started trading my lines with a tall blond hair kappa delta
I started having a conversation with a tall, blonde Kappa Delta sorority member.
She said boy what school are you from I said I'd be happy to tell ya
She asked me which school I went to, and I happily answered her question.
I'm from the dirt road poison ivy league of campfires, guitars, and river swings
I come from a place where we have dirt roads, poison ivy, but we know how to have fun with campfires, guitars, and river swings.
Got the good life down and if you hang around we can get a little dust on that collar
I know how to live the good life, and if you stick around with me, we can have some fun and get a little dirty.
Cause I'm a genuine, certified dirt road scholar
It's because I'm a genuine, certified expert in navigating life on the dirt roads.
Graduated the top of the school of hard knocks
I've learned a lot from life's hard lessons and graduated at the top of the School of Hard Knocks.
Pass the bar anytime I ain't thirsty
I don't need a drink, but I can pass any bar or test with ease.
My country clubs exclusive to none but a fishing pole would come in handy
I don't belong to any fancy country club, but I enjoy fishing, and it would be handy to have a fishing pole.
No you ain't really lived till you get chill bumps from a coyote cry
You haven't truly lived until you feel the chills from hearing a coyote's cry.
Or fine dine till you've cooked on a mountain
You haven't truly experienced fine dining until you've cooked your food on a mountain.
Lightning bugs for candle light, yeah...
I enjoy using lightning bugs for natural candle light.
I'm from the dirt road poison ivy league of campfires, guitars, and river swings
I come from a place where we have dirt roads, poison ivy, but we know how to have fun with campfires, guitars, and river swings.
Got the good life down and if you hang around we can get a little dust on that collar
I know how to live the good life, and if you stick around with me, we can have some fun and get a little dirty.
Cause I'm a genuine, certified dirt road scholar...
It's because I'm a genuine, certified expert in navigating life on the dirt roads.
I'm from the dirt road poison ivy league of campfires, guitars, and river swings
I come from a place where we have dirt roads, poison ivy, but we know how to have fun with campfires, guitars, and river swings.
Got the good life down and if you hang around we can get a little dust on that collar
I know how to live the good life, and if you stick around with me, we can have some fun and get a little dirty.
Cause I'm a genuine, Alumni certified, give you a country time, love to treat you right, wrapped in a blanket tight, sing
It's because I'm a real and certified expert in country life, and I'd love to take care of you, wrap you up in a blanket, and sing to you.
You to sleep at night, dirt road scholar...
I can sing you to sleep at night because I'm an expert in dirt road life.
Contributed by Logan P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Coreey Mugridge
I’ve only discovered this song , among other Canadian country music singers , I think with the American robust seen it definitely dominates the tv .. I’m glad there’s YouTube !
A great artist , and a very big Gday from Australia definitely a new fan !!
Fluisa Jabba
Country Heat 2010 was the best CD my mother won on the radio. I believe that really made me fall in love with country music. This song was on there.
ȶʀʊȶɦ ʄǟɨʀʏ
this is hands down,one the best country songs of all time and it's only 2 years old!!!
James Alpha
Gotta say, love the whole thing. Ain't nothin' like a good country song to make you feel better, have you tappin' your foot and beatin' the dash.
Emily Kelly
Love this song....love being a country kid
Liz Mack
Awesome song, love it! Got it on repeat!!
Life is Journey
I just discovered this amazing country artist. I wish my friends would get into country music oh well their are the ones missing amazing music.
Elphie Khoury
makes me proud to be canadian ❤️🖤
Elphie Khoury
@Jaxon Rowsell that’s my answer. is that ok with you, random stranger on the internet?... jesus 😂
Jaxon Rowsell
@Elphie Khoury ok ?and?