Willin'
Linda Ronstadt Lyrics
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I'm drunk and dirty, don't you know
But I'm still willin'
Out on the road late last night
I'd see my pretty Alice in every headlight
Alice, Dallas Alice
Tehachapi to Tonopah
Driven every kind of rig that's ever been made
Driven the backroads so I wouldn't get weighed
And if you give me weed, whites and wine
And you show me a sign
And I'll be willin' to be movin'
And I've been kicked by the wind, robbed by the sleet
Had my head stove in but I'm still on my feet
And I'm still willin'
And I smuggled some smokes and folks from Mexico
Baked by the sun every time I go to Mexico
Ah but I'm still
And I've been from Tucson to Tucumcari
Tehachapi to Tonopah
Driven every kind of rig that's ever been made
Driven the backroads so I wouldn't get weighed
And if you give me weed, whites and wine
And you show me a sign
And I'll be willin' to be movin'
The song "Willin'" by Linda Ronstadt is a classic rock and country tune that tells the story of a traveler who has experienced a lot while on the road. It conveys the ups and downs of life on the highway, and the willingness to keep going despite the obstacles. The song opens with the lines "I been warped by the rain, driven by the snow, I'm drunk and dirty, don't you know, but I'm still willin'." The traveler has seen rough times, but remains optimistic and ready for whatever comes next.
Throughout the song, the traveler takes the listener on a journey across the American Southwest, referencing places like Tucson, Tucumcari, and Tehachapi. The lyrics also mention Alice, who may be a love interest or just a woman the traveler admires. The line "I'd see my pretty Alice in every headlight" suggests that she is on their mind constantly, even when they are on the open road.
The traveler has driven every kind of vehicle imaginable, even taking back roads to avoid getting weighed. They have also smuggled cigarettes and people from Mexico, which further highlights their willingness to take risks and live life on the edge. Despite all of this, they remain resilient and keep moving forward. The chorus repeats the phrase "And if you give me weed, whites, and wine, and you show me a sign, I'll be willin' to be movin'," emphasizing their readiness to continue the journey.
Line by Line Meaning
I been warped by the rain, driven by the snow
I've been through a lot of tough times and extreme weather conditions
I'm drunk and dirty, don't you know
I'm not in the best state of mind and my appearance is rough
But I'm still willin'
Despite my current condition, I'm ready and willing to keep going
Out on the road late last night
I was out driving late at night
I'd see my pretty Alice in every headlight
I was reminded of my loved one, Alice, whenever I saw headlights
Alice, Dallas Alice
Alice is the person I care about, no matter where I am
And I've been from Tucson to Tucumcari
I've traveled a long way
Tehachapi to Tonopah
I've been to many different places
Driven every kind of rig that's ever been made
I've driven all sorts of vehicles
Driven the backroads so I wouldn't get weighed
I've taken alternative routes to avoid being stopped and searched
And if you give me weed, whites and wine
If you provide me with drugs and alcohol
And you show me a sign
And give me a reason or direction
And I'll be willin' to be movin'
Then I'll be motivated to keep moving forward
And I've been kicked by the wind, robbed by the sleet
I've faced many challenges and hardships
Had my head stove in but I'm still on my feet
I've been physically injured but I'm still standing
And I'm still willin'
Despite everything, I'm still ready and willing to keep going
And I smuggled some smokes and folks from Mexico
I've participated in illegal activities, smuggling cigarettes and people from Mexico
Baked by the sun every time I go to Mexico
I've been exposed to extreme heat on my trips to Mexico
Ah but I'm still
But still, I'm ready to keep moving forward
And I've been from Tucson to Tucumcari
I've traveled a long way
Tehachapi to Tonopah
I've been to many different places
Driven every kind of rig that's ever been made
I've driven all sorts of vehicles
Driven the backroads so I wouldn't get weighed
I've taken alternative routes to avoid being stopped and searched
And if you give me weed, whites and wine
If you provide me with drugs and alcohol
And you show me a sign
And give me a reason or direction
And I'll be willin' to be movin'
Then I'll be motivated to keep moving forward
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Written by: Lowell T George
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