Empire State of Mind
Jun.K Lyrics


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Packing my bags heading out today
To my favorite spot in the USA, I can't wait
Hot Springs, Petit Jean, and Eureka too
So much to see, so much to do, you can't beat the views
Be who you wanna be in your dream hometown
It's the perfect place to be settling down
It doesn't matter where you go
Bentonville down to El Dorado
There's nothing better than the Arkansas life
Ouachita River to the Ozark hills
Delta blues in the cotton fields
Kick back and find your natural state of mind
Now a ghost told me in the Crescent Hotel
We been making cheese dip before they invented rotel, uh-huh
And there's only one place that you can go
Out diamond digging and take one home, that's right
The River Market is the place to be
And the bridge lights sure are something to see
It doesn't matter where you go
Texarkana up to Jonesboro
There's nothing better than the Arkansas life
Buffalo River and Bull Shoals Lake
Mountain folk music and an outhouse race
Kick back and find your natural state of mind
Y'all come by
Oh yeah, it doesn't matter where you go
Bentonville down to El Dorado
There's nothing better than the Arkansas life
Ouachita River to the Ozark hills
Delta blues in the cotton fields
Kick back and find your natural state of mind
Oh, it doesn't matter where you go
Texarkana up to Jonesboro
There's nothing better than the Arkansas life
Buffalo River and Bull Shoals Lake
Mountain folk music and an outhouse race
Kick back and find your natural state of mind, yeah




Woo, Pig Sooie
Awww, y'all come back now ya hear

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Jun.K's "Empire State of Mind" talk about his love for Arkansas, a lesser-known state in the USA that is often overshadowed by more popular destinations like New York or California. He is excited to visit his favorite spots in the state, including Hot Springs, Petit Jean, and Eureka, which offer beautiful views and diverse geographical features. Jun.K encourages people to be who they want to be in their dream hometown, implying that Arkansas is the perfect place to settle down and find one's natural state of mind.


The song also highlights some unique features of Arkansas. Jun.K mentions cheese dip, a popular food item in the state that has been around before the invention of Rotel. He also talks about diamond digging, which is possible in only one place in the world- Arkansas's Crater of Diamonds State Park. The song references several towns and landmarks in Arkansas, such as Bentonville, El Dorado, Ouachita River, Ozark hills, Delta blues in cotton fields, Buffalo River, Bull Shoals Lake, Mountain folk music, and the Bridge lights. Jun.K encourages visitors to come and experience the Arkansas life, ending the song with a famous Razorbacks' cheer- "Woo, Pig Sooie."


Line by Line Meaning

Packing my bags heading out today
I am excited to leave for Arkansas, which is my favorite spot in the USA.


To my favorite spot in the USA, I can't wait
I can't wait to visit Arkansas and see its many attractions like Hot Springs, Petit Jean, and Eureka Springs.


Hot Springs, Petit Jean, and Eureka too
These are some of the many beautiful destinations in Arkansas that I am looking forward to visiting.


So much to see, so much to do, you can't beat the views
Arkansas has so much to offer in terms of sights and activities that it is impossible to not appreciate its natural beauty.


Be who you wanna be in your dream hometown
Arkansas is the perfect place to call home because it offers a welcoming environment where you can be yourself.


It's the perfect place to be settling down
If you're looking for a place to start a family and call home, Arkansas is the perfect place because of its friendly people and beautiful scenery.


It doesn't matter where you go
Arkansas has something for everyone to enjoy, no matter where you may be in the state.


Bentonville down to El Dorado
From Bentonville in the north to El Dorado in the south, Arkansas has a lot to offer visitors and residents alike.


There's nothing better than the Arkansas life
The natural beauty and welcoming culture of Arkansas make it the best place to live and visit.


Ouachita River to the Ozark hills
Arkansas is defined by its beautiful rivers and hills, including the Ouachita River and the Ozark Mountains.


Delta blues in the cotton fields
Arkansas has a rich history of blues music, especially the Delta Blues, and is famous for its cotton fields.


Kick back and find your natural state of mind
Arkansas is the perfect place to relax and unwind because of its natural beauty and laid-back culture.


Now a ghost told me in the Crescent Hotel
The Crescent Hotel is famous for its ghosts and is a popular attraction in Arkansas.


We been making cheese dip before they invented rotel, uh-huh
Arkansans have been making cheese dip for a long time and have their own unique recipe, even before rotel was invented.


And there's only one place that you can go
When it comes to diamond digging, there's only one place to go in Arkansas.


Out diamond digging and take one home, that's right
One of the unique attractions in Arkansas is diamond digging, where visitors can keep what they find.


The River Market is the place to be
The River Market is a popular destination in Little Rock, where visitors can enjoy shopping, dining, and entertainment.


And the bridge lights sure are something to see
The lights on the Arkansas River Bridge in Little Rock are a beautiful sight to behold.


Texarkana up to Jonesboro
There are many great destinations in Arkansas, including Texarkana in the west and Jonesboro in the east.


Buffalo River and Bull Shoals Lake
The Buffalo River and Bull Shoals Lake are two of Arkansas's beautiful natural attractions.


Mountain folk music and an outhouse race
Arkansas has a rich culture of folk music and unique events like an outhouse race, which are both must-see attractions.


Y'all come by
I encourage everyone to visit Arkansas and experience its unique culture and natural beauty for themselves.


Oh yeah, it doesn't matter where you go
No matter where you go in Arkansas, you are sure to find something beautiful or interesting to experience.


Woo, Pig Sooie
This is a popular cheer for the Arkansas Razorbacks, the state's beloved sports team.


Awww, y'all come back now ya hear
I hope that visitors will enjoy Arkansas so much that they will want to come back again and again.




Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Pamela Ward Gadler

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