… Read Full Bio ↴Paul Cauthen is an American singer-songwriter from Tyler, Texas, U.S.A.
Cauthen, born 1986, has been performing as a solo artist since 2016, playing guitar and piano as well as singing. His music has been described as Alternative country / Outlaw country as well as Americana.
Hanging out on the Line
Paul Cauthen Lyrics
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Goin′ places I never should be
Well I've found my righteous path
But out here it's me
Don′t leave me hangin′ out on the line
Don't leave me hangin′ out on the line
I'm preparin′ to lose my mind
Don't leave me hangin' out on the line
We give it a break
Lose a little time
Let′s see if our hearts take
Mine is yours and yours is mine
Don′t leave me hangin' out on the line
Don′t leave me hangin' out on the line
I′m preparin' to lose my mind
While I′m tryin' to make you mine
Don't leave me hangin′ out on the line
We trade our guilt for shame
Leave the past behind
Why don′t you take my last name?
Be my spirit and my guide
Don't leave me hangin′ out on the line
Don't leave me hangin′ out on the line
I'm preparin′ to lose my mind
While I'm tryin' to make you mine
Don′t leave me hangin′ out on the line
Don't leave me hangin′ out on the line
Don't leave me hangin′ out on the line
I'm preparin′ to lose my mind
While I'm tryin' to make you mine
Don′t leave me hangin′ out on the line
The song "Hanging out on the Line" by Paul Cauthen talks about a man who seems to be losing control of his life and is falling off the tracks. He is going places he should not be, but he has found his righteous path. The man's struggles seem to be centered around his love life, as he tries to make a woman his. He begs her not to leave him hanging out on the line, meaning he wants her to commit to him and not leave him in a state of uncertainty.
The song talks about compromise and taking chances with love. The lyric "We give it a break, lose a little time, let's see if our hearts take, mine is yours and yours is mine," suggests taking a break from trying to control everything and just letting the relationship grow naturally.
At the same time, the lyrics seem to be about the man wanting to leave his past behind and start over with this woman. He wants her to take his last name and be his spirit and guide, someone to help him move forward in life.
Overall, "Hanging out on the Line" can be seen as a plea for love, understanding, and commitment. It explores the complexities of relationships and how it can be difficult to let go of the past, take chances and let love in.
Line by Line Meaning
Well I'm fallin' off the tracks
I'm straying from the path of righteousness
Goin' places I never should be
I'm making bad decisions and going to inappropriate places
Well I've found my righteous path
I've discovered the right way to live
But out here it's me
Despite finding the right path, it's still up to me to stay on it
Don't leave me hangin' out on the line
Please don't leave me uncertain or waiting for a response
I'm preparin' to lose my mind
I'm getting anxious and worried
While I'm tryin' to make you mine
As I'm attempting to win your heart
We give it a break
Let's take a pause from our current situation
Lose a little time
Spend time apart and see if our feelings remain
Let's see if our hearts take
Let's observe if our hearts are still connected
Mine is yours and yours is mine
Our love is mutual and equal
We trade our guilt for shame
We let go of our past mistakes and accept responsibility
Leave the past behind
Move forward and forget the past
Why don't you take my last name?
Will you marry me and become my partner for life?
Be my spirit and my guide
Will you support and guide me through life?
Don't leave me hangin' out on the line
Please don't keep me in suspense
I'm preparin' to lose my mind
I'm getting anxious and worried
While I'm tryin' to make you mine
As I'm attempting to win your heart
Don't leave me hangin' out on the line
Please don't leave me uncertain or waiting for a response
I'm preparin' to lose my mind
I'm getting anxious and worried
While I'm tryin' to make you mine
As I'm attempting to win your heart
Don't leave me hangin' out on the line
Please don't leave me uncertain or waiting for a response
Writer(s): Paul Mark Cauthen, Austin Raleigh Gilliam
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Angel Bone
I've listened to 1000s of songs. This is straight up in the top 5 best. Spread it like butter
War2827Eagle
Goddam I never throw out comparisons; especially when it comes to Waylon Jennings, but Paul is the closest I've ever heard. Amazing, hoss. The voice COUNTRY needs. Sing it, son!
Jess Guy
music that gives you goosebumps!!!!
Christopher Robertson
I love this man seen at Loud and Heavy fest put on by Cody Jinks on his bday in his hm town of Ft Worth TX..... Was amazing all sets!
Magneto Rex
love it 👍🏼
Baba Florence
It just so good !
Kat Thornton
this is what we need refresh
scott byrd
He just sounds like my youth trapped in song weird
James David
is it ok to go to a Paul Cauthen show without coke and qualudes?
Diesel Dachshund
No sir