This Song's for You
Joey Rory Lyrics


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If you got up this morning then you went to work today,
This song's for you
And if you put eight honest hours in,
For eight hours worth of pay, this song's for you

If it's taking all you got these days just to make ends meet,
You'd like to give a piece of your mind
To those fat cats on Wall Street, this song's for you

If you go to church on Sunday
And you try to do what's right, this song's for you

If you've been known to drink a beer,
And raise hell on a Friday night, this song's for you

If you wish we didn't have to go,
And send our boys to war,
But you still think this country of ours is sure worth dying for

This song's for you, you know who you are
We're up on this stage, but you're the star
You're why we, do what we do
We want you to know, this song's for you

Now if you love country music,
As real as it comes, this song's for you
And if you came here tonight,
Hoping you might hear you some, this song's for you

If you paid your hard earned money to that bouncer at the door,
To hear the kind of songs that you don't get to hear much anymore

This song's for you, you know who you are
We're up on this stage, but you're the star
You're why we, do what we do
We want you to know, this song's for you

You might've lost a friend, a job,
Or someone broke your heart
But just like you might need it to,
The healings in the tune

This song's for you, you know who you are
We're up on this stage, but you're the star
You're why we, do what we do
We want you to know, this song's for you





You deserve so much more it's true,
We want you to know, this song's for you

Overall Meaning

The song "This Song's For You" by Joey & Rory is a tribute to hardworking Americans. The lyrics start by acknowledging those who woke up early in the morning and went to work, putting in 8 honest hours for a fair day's pay. The song then goes on to address those who are struggling to make ends meet and feel frustrated with the greed of those on Wall Street. The chorus then turns to recognize those who attend church on Sundays and try to do what's right, even though they may also enjoy a beer and some fun on Friday nights.


The song's bridge asks the listener to reflect on the sacrifices they've made for their country, acknowledging that while they may not agree with certain decisions, they still believe in the country itself. The final verse then addresses country music fans, thanking them for their support and for coming out to hear this live performance. The song ends on a note of healing, reminding listeners that even in tough times, music can provide solace.


Overall, "This Song's For You" is a tribute to everyday people who work hard, love their country, seek joy in their lives, and support their favorite musicians. It is a call to recognize and honor the sacrifices and struggles of the common person, who is often overlooked in society.


Line by Line Meaning

If you got up this morning then you went to work today, This song's for you
If you woke up this morning and headed to work, this song is dedicated to you, as a way of celebrating your hard work and commending your perseverance.


And if you put eight honest hours in, For eight hours worth of pay, this song's for you
If you worked for eight hours and earned a salary that was commensurate with your commitment and honesty, then this song is for you.


If it's taking all you got these days just to make ends meet, You'd like to give a piece of your mind To those fat cats on Wall Street, this song's for you
If it's becoming difficult to make a living, and sometimes you wish you could give a piece of your mind to those wealthy financiers, then this song is for you, because it represents your struggles.


If you go to church on Sunday And you try to do what's right, this song's for you
If you go to church every Sunday and try to be a good person, then this song is for you, as it acknowledges your strong values and ethics.


If you've been known to drink a beer, And raise hell on a Friday night, this song's for you
If you like to enjoy a beer and have fun with your friends on a Friday night, then this song is for you, because it celebrates your social life.


If you wish we didn't have to go, And send our boys to war, But you still think this country of ours is sure worth dying for This song's for you, you know who you are We're up on this stage, but you're the star You're why we, do what we do We want you to know, this song's for you
If you don't like the idea of warfare and the associated risks, but still believe that this country is worth risking your life for, then this song is for you. It's an ode to your patriotism and dedication to the country that inspires us to perform, and you are the real star.


Now if you love country music, As real as it comes, this song's for you And if you came here tonight, Hoping you might hear you some, this song's for you If you paid your hard earned money to that bouncer at the door, To hear the kind of songs that you don't get to hear much anymore This song's for you, you know who you are We're up on this stage, but you're the star You're why we, do what we do We want you to know, this song's for you
If you love country music with all your heart and are looking forward to listening to it with enthusiasm, then this song is for you. If you came to this show with the expectation of listening to songs that aren't popular anymore and had to pay the bouncer at the door with your hard-earned money, then this song is for you. You are the real star and the reason we perform, and this song is a demonstration of our immense love and respect for you.


You might've lost a friend, a job, Or someone broke your heart But just like you might need it to, The healings in the tune This song's for you, you know who you are We're up on this stage, but you're the star You're why we, do what we do We want you to know, this song's for you
If you're going through tough circumstances like losing a friend, your job, or going through a heartbreak, then this song is for you. This song provides you with healing that you may need in your life. Regardless of the obstacles you're facing, you're the hero of this show, and the reason we perform. We hope this song helps in some way, and we want you to know that it's dedicated to you.


You deserve so much more it's true, We want you to know, this song's for you
You deserve more than you know, and we want you to understand that. This song is dedicated to you, and it represents the love, admiration, and respect that we have for you.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BRYAN ADAMS, GRETCHEN PETERS

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Comments from YouTube:

Logan Washburn

Joey + Rory did an amazing job with this song. Choosing the Zac Brown Band to sing with them was a good choice as well. R.I.P. Joey Feek.

Violet Miller

THIS is country music! Thank God for Joey and Rory. I love them and their music. I never saw "Can you duet?"  Did they win? They sure should have. They are great!

Bobby Gzzz

They said got 3rd..but in my books they number 1...the real deal home town songs..

Ken Yount

Just found Joey and Rory tonight. This is the music I've been craving for years. Love "The Bible and the Belt."

Halle Heim

introduced by my grandparents about 4 years ago and i have never stopped listening. they’re truly amazing.

Bobby Gzzz

100 percent all their songs n words have real meaning n a story

Tonetwisters

@Roadkill Avenger The devil thinks he has won. However ... Lo I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Even unto the end of Joey's world. The victory is in Jesus and always will be. He knew a 100 million years ago that Joey would pass from this world, due to cancer. That's why He went to the cross ...

Roadkill Avenger

+Ken Yount Enjoy it, because she isn't going to be here much longer. Her cancer has won.

Judy Brown

Have watched them from the beginning, their music touches us all. This song especially touches our souls because it is about us. Thanks and God bless.

Nicholas Walter

Hello how are you doing today 💖

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