Gone Gone Gone
Jason And The Nashville Scorchers Lyrics
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Wondering where the river and the freight trains go
Two lane road, hometown roots
We're never gonna hold back my goodbye boots
Just waiting on ready or not
You know the first chance I got
I got blacktop gone, four lane fast
Chase that sun, race that wind
With them horses that you can't fence in
Free like a freeway, high on a highway
Cranking up a getaway song getting blacktop gone
Girl you look like you might
Do a little running out on the wild side
I bet that kiss could slow me down
But if you're looking for Mr. Stick Around
Baby that ain't me
It's like I'm born to be
Blacktop gone, four lane fast
Topping off the tank with some never look back
Chase that sun, race that wind
With them horses that you can't fence in
Free like a freeway, high on a highway
Cranking up a getaway song getting blacktop gone
I'm just a good to go, one night show
I'm ready to rock 'til I'm ready to roll
And get blacktop gone, four lane fast
Topping off the tank with some never look back
Chase that sun, race that wind
With them horses that you can't fence in
Free like a freeway, high on a highway
Cranking up a getaway song getting blacktop gone
Blacktop gone
Girl we're getting blacktop gone
In "Gone Gone Gone," Jason and the Nashville Scorchers create a classic road trip anthem with lyrics about a restless soul in a small town longing for the rush of the open road. The song describes the singer's desire to leave his small town and hit the highway, with the idea of freedom and the open road calling out to him. He has a wanderlust that he cannot ignore and wants to escape from the mundanity of life and hit the blacktop to join the rush of those chasing the sun and racing the wind. The lyrics highlight the conflict between the comfort of a hometown and the pull to leave it behind, with the singer choosing the latter.
The lyrics convey a sense of excitement and liberation, with the singer describing the freedom that comes with being on the open road. The song is about craving that sense of liberation, leaving behind the past to start fresh on a new adventure bolstered by adrenaline and the sound of the wind. The song taps into the universal desire for breaking free of convention and following our passions.
Line by Line Meaning
One horse town, restless soul
Living in a small, rural place with nothing much to do leads to dissatisfaction and a desire for something more.
Wondering where the river and the freight trains go
Feeling curious about the wider world and wanting to explore beyond the limited surroundings.
Two lane road, hometown roots
Living in a small town with limited opportunities and being connected to it by familial and historical ties.
We're never gonna hold back my goodbye boots
Determined to leave the past behind and embark on a new journey.
Just waiting on ready or not
Anxious to start a new adventure but waiting for the right opportunity to arise.
You know the first chance I got
As soon as an opportunity to leave presents itself, the person will seize it.
I got blacktop gone, four lane fast
Leaving behind old way of life and embarking on a new, fast-paced journey.
Topping off the tank with some never look back
Fully committing to this new journey and not looking back at what was left behind.
Chase that sun, race that wind
Embarking on a journey with a sense of freedom and drive to chase one's dreams.
With them horses that you can't fence in
Referring to the freedom and wild spirit that cannot be tamed by societal expectations or limitations.
Free like a freeway, high on a highway
This newfound freedom feels as exhilarating and limitless as driving on a freeway or highway.
Cranking up a getaway song getting blacktop gone
Music is playing and propelling the journey forward, with the thrill of adventure inspiring a sense of escape.
Girl you look like you might
The singer has noticed and is attracted to someone who seems open to new experiences.
Do a little running out on the wild side
Noticing that this person may have a wild or adventurous streak, and potentially wanting to join them.
I bet that kiss could slow me down
The singer acknowledges the appeal of staying and being intimate with this person, which could slow down their journey forward.
But if you're looking for Mr. Stick Around
Warning this person that the artist is not looking for a long-term commitment or someone to settle down with.
Baby that ain't me
Asserting that the artist is not interested in settling down or changing their current path.
It's like I'm born to be
Feeling that this adventurous spirit is a part of their fundamental nature or identity.
I'm just a good to go, one night show
Embracing the role of a transient and solo adventurer, free to move and go as they please with no strings attached.
I'm ready to rock 'til I'm ready to roll
Feeling energized and ready to embark on this journey, embracing the unknown and taking on challenges until it is time to move on again.
Girl we're getting blacktop gone
Inviting this person to join the artist on their adventure, suggesting that they could have a wild and unforgettable time.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Brett Beavers, Deric Ruttan, Josh Thompson
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Mystery Box
saw them Live at the Austin Opera House They opened for the "Ramones" it was a helluva good show and a great night
Dan Andersen
And i saw them live at Roskilde festival,in Denmark.I had bought all their albums,and I experienced a good vibe concert,they are,luckily not a country band,more than Neill young is,and i heard Ramones when they printed,Too tough to die,and were out to promote their album.I like them too,especially that album.I swear,to all that's good,that its first now I see Ramones mentioned by another person,funny,isn't it?
Ben Schuitema
Love it,,,,thanks
Duane Ulmaniec
I got to meet Jason and Warner and the rest of band.....r.i.p. Mr. Baggs.....at the cabooze in Minneapolis Minnesota.....they played it for me......jason and Warner shook my hand at the edge of the stage after they played it.....thanx guys......
shane crowe
I was ay those Cabooze gigs, too. They tore it up!
Duane Ulmaniec
During thunder and fire.....I got to meet Jason and warner & the original band......asked if he could do a song for me...........I said. ...pray for me......they did the song. ....I was in front of warner....they both shook my hand at the edge of the stage.....
waylonjenninz
They were Jason and the Nashville Scorchers when this originally came out. I went to the punk record store and asked them for some rockabilly. He suggested this record and a record by the Shaking Pyramids. I got this one thank God.
Clash_CT_Rocker
I think it was 1988., I was 'teenage head' and heard J&S album "Fervor". And I was hooked..
dave elsholz
you guys are fuckin great!!!!!!?!
Appalachian American
I'm reminded of David Alan Coe,the prefect country song,includes songs about mama,trains,rain,prison,trucks,& getting drunk