Born in the bush, Corryong, Victoria, in the foothills of the Snowy Mountains high country is where Lee's life began. The son of a truck driver and later multi-platinum recording artist Ray Kernaghan, Lee spent his formative years growing up in the Riverina country of Southern NSW. Lee's Grandfather was a third generation drover of sheep and cattle and his experiences on the road with his Pop ran deep, producing a string of hits that began with the release of his first album the ARIA award winning " Outback Club" in 1992. His first number one hit "Boys from the Bush" became an anthem, a celebration of a way of life that would change the face of Australian country music forever.
Lee Kernaghan has dominated the charts with successive hit albums including "Three Chain Road", "1959", "Hat Town" and "Electric Rodeo" making him Hit Maker of the Decade and creating a new musical landscape along the way. He has done to country music in Australia what Garth Brooks did in the USA..... he blurred the line and took country music out of the box that it had existed in for decades.... He added a spectacular live show and along the way has sold over one million albums, won 24 Golden Guitars, 3 Aria Awards, 21 number 1 hits, 8 hit albums and now with the release of his 9th album 'Spirit of the Bush' he's done it again, his stellar career continues
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Lee Kernaghan Lyrics
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The lyrics to Lee Kernaghan's song "Wheels" tell the story of a free-spirited adventure on the open road. The singer describes having a paycheck in their pocket, freedom in the tank, and country music playing on the radio. With their bare feet on the dashboard, they embark on a journey to somewhere off the map, where they can burn up the blacktop and leave their worries behind.
The chorus celebrates the singer's wheels, symbolizing their vehicle and the sense of liberation it brings. They boast about the wheels spinning around, putting the pedal down, and leaving a dust cloud on the edge of town. They describe their wheels having a two-inch lift, dirt on the rims, and the shotgun seat occupied by someone who looks good in it.
The second verse talks about their potential destinations, mentioning Cracow and the west, indicating a desire to explore different places and put their vehicle to the test. They imagine traversing floodways and chasing sunsets, intensifying the feeling of adventure and freedom.
The bridge emphasizes the spirit of this journey, highlighting how this way of life includes rolling, riding, and making gravel fly. It's a depiction of a carefree and exhilarating experience.
Overall, "Wheels" is a song that celebrates the sense of freedom and adventure that comes with hitting the road and leaving the ordinary behind.
Line by Line Meaning
Got a pay check in my pocket
I have money in my pocket from working
Got freedom in the tank
I feel liberated and unrestricted
Got country on the radio
Listening to country music on the radio
Couple bare feet on the dash
Having a relaxed and carefree atmosphere
You know where we're going
We have a clear destination in mind
Somewhere off the map
Heading towards a place that is not commonly known
There's a blacktop we can burn up
There is a road where we can drive fast
And we ain't looking back
We are focused on the present and not dwelling on the past
I got Wheels
I have a vehicle
Spinnin' around
Driving around in circles or exploring new areas
Put the pedal on down
Accelerating and driving at high speed
Leave a little dust cloud hanging on the edge of town
Creating a trail of dust as we leave the town behind
And a two inch lift
The vehicle has been modified to have a higher suspension
A little dirt on my rims
Accumulating dirt or mud on the rims of the wheels
Shotgun seat with you looking so good in it
Sitting next to you, enjoying your company in the front passenger seat
We might roll in to Cracow
We may drive into the town of Cracow
Or see the mob out west
We may encounter a group of people in the western region
Take this rig off road
Driving the vehicle on unpaved or rugged terrain
And put it to the test
Pushing the vehicle's capabilities to the limit
Bouncing' รขโฌหcross the floodways
Driving over floodways with bumpy terrain
With you next to me
Having you as my companion during the journey
Chasin' down a sunset
Driving towards the horizon to witness a beautiful sunset
Up on thirty threes
Driving on 33-inch tires, which are larger and provide better off-road capabilities
It's the place we roll
Referring to the location where we drive and explore
It's the way we ride
Describing our style and manner of driving
It's that thing we do
Emphasizing the unique and enjoyable experience of our adventures
It's where the gravel flys
Referring to the moments when loose gravel is kicked up by the wheels
Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group, OLE MEDIA MANAGEMENT LP, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: LEE KERNAGHAN, LINDSAY RIMES, PHILLIP HARVEY BARTON
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Braden Nixon
I may be an American, but I swear one day I am going to go to Australia just so I can see Lee. He is tied for my favorite with George Strait!
Bearded Bushy
You'd be more than welcome mate. He puts on a great show. I saw him in Ballarat last year and even while he was crook he did well.
Braden Nixon
@TheMarshy 1972 Well I reckon after all this COVID-19 is over, and I can catch a week or two of free time with a bit of money in my savings, I might have to try to go over and see him.
Cheryl McKay
Mate you wont regret it
Matthew Hill
@TheMarshy 1972 I'll have to shoot over from Inverell and have a couple with yas
Paula Jane
Love this song legend โค๏ธ ๐ถโฅ๏ธ๐ค ๐ธ
scrappythepilot
Good job Lee! good to see some classic country music without sh*t tons of autotune!
scrappythepilot
@DiabolicallySoberGamer It's not as autotuned as others.
Malachi Wex
@scrappythepilot mate ya high as a hippie
Rodolfo Ambriz
DiabolicallySoberGamer *cleaned voice