I Walk the Line
Johnny Cash feat. Rodney Crowell Lyrics

I'm back on board that '49 Ford in 1956
I am reminiscing about a time when I rode in a 1949 Ford car in 1956.

Long before the sun came up way out in the sticks
We travelled during early morning hours in a remote area.

The headlight showed a two rut roadway, back up in the pines
The car's headlight illuminated a rough, bumpy road that cut through pine trees.

First time I heard Johnny Cash sing I walk the line
The first time I listened to Johnny Cash sing 'I Walk the Line' was during this trip.

I got my thrill behind the wheel upon my daddy?s lap
I had fun driving the car while sitting on my father's lap.

Grandpa rode co-pilot with a flashlight and a map
My grandfather sat next to me with a map and a flashlight.

Cane pole out the window it was in the summertime
During summer, I hung a cane fishing pole out of the car window.

I keep a close watch on this heart of mine
I am careful and attentive with my emotions.

I keep my eyes wide open all the time
I am alert and observant at all times.

I keep the ends out for the tie that binds
I always keep the purpose and goal of my commitments in mind.

Because you're mine, I walk the line
I remain loyal due to love and commitment towards someone special.

I never will forget that day, I know the time and place
That memorable day and location remain fresh in my memory.

Sounded like the whole thing came right down from outer space
The moment was so astonishing that it felt like an otherworldly experience.

I still can see those headlights and that dashboard in my mind
I can still visualize the car's headlights and dashboard from that day.

I find it very, very easy to be true
Being truthful comes naturally to me.

I find myself alone when each day's through
At the end of each day, I usually find myself alone.

Yes, I'll admit that I'm a fool for you
I acknowledge that I am foolishly in love with someone.

All these long years later it's still music to my ears
Even after many years, the song still sounds wonderful to me.

I swear it sounds as good right now as anything I hear
The song sounds as great to me today as anything else I hear.

I've seen the Mona Lisa, I've heard Shakespeare read real fine
I have had the opportunity to experience great works of art and literature.

Just like hearing Johnny Cash sing I walk the line
The experience of hearing Johnny Cash sing 'I Walk the Line' was as great as other fantastic experiences I have had.

As sure as night is dark and day is light
With absolute certainty, I know my love for the person is unwavering.

I keep you on my mind both day and night
I constantly think about my loved one both during the day and at night.

And happiness I've know proves that it's right
The happiness I've experienced proves that being loyal and true is the right thing to do.

Because you're mine, I walk the line
My love for that special person makes me remain faithful and unwavering.