Down This Road
Redneck Souljers Lyrics
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And my time, about the same
If I don't give'em all I got
Then with the rain they'll change
I know I been paintin' pictures
It's richer than all this wicker
After all of that I learned, blood is thicker
Than beer and liquor
Life'll catch ya like a pitcher
95 mile per hour fastball
You better hit'er
Never quitter, I'm a winner
Get my frickin' chicken dinner
I'm gon' kick it ‘til the end
Until my bones n' shins are splinters
I'm a victor, not a victim
Tell that son of a bitch to come get him some
Homegrown by nature
I don't give a damn about what you've done
Rollin' stone, this ranger
Been run off the road and in plenty mud
I'mma come back with the dual smoke stacks
12 pack in the back and that's just because…
I'mma bust ‘til I fall
‘til the dust
My engine gon' keep a runnin'
‘til it's stuck n' full of rust
My family and C-Hubb
The only ones that I trust
Don't like it, it's not a must
We're doin' this shit for us
‘Cause there ain't no way to know if I'm gonna make it
It's a once in a lifetime chance, and I'm gonna take it
I've been travelin' down this road for so long
Just searchin' for my soul and the strength to go on
But I'mma keep on keepin' on
I'mma keep on keepin' on
First of all, If you're listening
Then I wanna say Thank You, greatly
‘Cause my mind has been goin'
Each and every direction lately
It's amazing how crazy
This shit gets, so I been hazy
Workin' my hardest
Tryin' to be the South's Slim Shady
‘cause I been focusin' on music in my free time
And me n' Tarr plan to make a livin' off of these rhymes
But I'm workin' my ass off at a factory, and I'm mad at me
‘cause I know that I've got talent when it comes to music that someone has to see
So, gradually I'm practicing
And mastering the skills I use
So next time when I get off in the booth
I got the best rhymes and I still tell the truth
And the truth is
If I don't make it doin' music
Then I don't know what the hell to do
This is my life, that's why I write the things I'm tellin' you
I speak my heart and soul
And all our fans got a heart of gold
Ya'll are the reason that we are here
No matter what ya'll are told
So, I'm simply gonna end this with a, "Thank You."
And I'll be reppin' Tiller Gang until I can't move!
No, there ain't no way to know…
If I'm gonna make it
But I only got one shot
So boe I gotta take it
No, there ain't no way to know…
It's a damn long road
But I got a strong soul
I'mma let the story unfold…
And I'm gonna keep on keepin' on
The pages turnin until their gone
If I make it, I'll take it, n' if I do
Then I'm thanking everyone involved
I'm Thanking everyone involved
It takes everyone of ya'll
Damn it, I believe in my team and my dreams
It's all I need to succeed, so I; m keepin' on!
The song "Down This Road" by the Redneck Souljers is a reflection of the life and struggles of the artists. The song talks about how they have been through a lot in their lives and how they are still pushing forward despite the odds. It tells of the ups and downs of their journey and how they have been able to overcome these obstacles.
In the first verse, the artist talks about his life and how he has been trying to give his all in whatever he does. He speaks about how he knows that life can come at you fast, and if you are not careful, it can knock you down. He also talks about how he has learned the importance of family, and that blood is thicker than beer and liquor. The song also talks about how the artist works hard at his craft and that music is his passion. He speaks about how he is determined to make it in the music industry no matter the cost.
In the chorus, the artist sings about how there is no way to know if he is going to make it. However, he is not going to give up and will keep pushing forward. The song talks about how it is a long road, but the artist has a strong soul and is determined to let the story unfold. Overall, the song is meant to inspire people to keep pushing forward no matter the situation and to never give up on their dreams.
Line by Line Meaning
I think about my life and my mind
Reflecting on my thoughts and experiences
And my time, about the same
Time is just as valuable to me as my thoughts and experiences
If I don't give'em all I got
I must put all my effort into everything I do
Then with the rain they'll change
Otherwise, my efforts will be wasted and I will not succeed
I know I been paintin' pictures
I have been creating and expressing myself through my music
It's richer than all this wicker
My music is filled with depth and substance
After all of that I learned, blood is thicker
Family is more important than drinking and partying
Than beer and liquor
Drinking and partying are not as important as family
If you don't slow down
Not taking a break will lead to a downfall
Life'll catch ya like a pitcher
If I don't slow down, life will catch up to me quickly
95 mile per hour fastball
Life throws challenges at me quickly
You better hit'er
I must be ready to face those challenges
Never quitter, I'm a winner
I never give up and always aim to succeed
Get my frickin' chicken dinner
I'm going to come out on top and celebrate my victory
I'm gon' kick it ‘til the end
I will continue to work towards my goals until the end of my life
Until my bones n' shins are splinters
I will work so hard that my body will break down
I'm a victor, not a victim
I control my own destiny and will not be defeated by life's challenges
Tell that son of a bitch to come get him some
I am not afraid of anyone who wants to challenge me
Homegrown by nature
I am a product of my upbringing and environment
I don't give a damn about what you've done
I don't care about someone's past, I care about the present and future
Rollin' stone, this ranger
I am always on the move and never settled
Been run off the road and in plenty mud
I have faced many obstacles and challenges in life
I'mma come back with the dual smoke stacks
I will come back stronger and better prepared
12 pack in the back and that's just because…
I will celebrate my victory with a cold beer
I'mma bust ‘til I fall
I will work hard until I can no longer work
‘til the dust
Until the end of my life
My engine gon' keep a runnin'
I will always have the drive and motivation to succeed
‘til it's stuck n' full of rust
I will work until my body can no longer function
My family and C-Hubb
My family and close friend C-Hubb are the only ones I trust
The only ones that I trust
I have to be careful who I put my trust in
Don't like it, it's not a must
I don't have to please everyone
We're doin' this shit for us
We are making music for ourselves and our fans
‘Cause there ain't no way to know if I'm gonna make it
There is no guarantee of success in the music industry
It's a once in a lifetime chance, and I'm gonna take it
I will take the opportunity to pursue my dreams
I've been travelin' down this road for so long
I have been on this journey for a long time
Just searchin' for my soul and the strength to go on
I am trying to find my inner strength to keep going
But I'mma keep on keepin' on
I will keep moving forward and not give up
First of all, If you're listening
If someone is listening to my music, I appreciate it
Then I wanna say Thank You, greatly
I am grateful for their support
‘Cause my mind has been goin'
I have been feeling overwhelmed lately
Each and every direction lately
My thoughts have been all over the place
It's amazing how crazy
Life is unpredictable and chaotic
This shit gets, so I been hazy
I have been feeling confused and uncertain
Workin' my hardest
I am putting all my effort into my music and my job
Tryin' to be the South's Slim Shady
I am aiming to be a successful rapper like Eminem
‘cause I been focusin' on music in my free time
I am using my free time to work on my music
And me n' Tarr plan to make a livin' off of these rhymes
I hope to make a career out of my music with my friend Tarr
But I'm workin' my ass off at a factory, and I'm mad at me
I am frustrated that I have to work a day job instead of focusing on my music
‘cause I know that I've got talent when it comes to music that someone has to see
I believe in my talent and hope that others will recognize it
So, gradually I'm practicing
I am practicing and improving my skills slowly but surely
And mastering the skills I use
I am becoming an expert at my craft
So next time when I get off in the booth
When I record my music in the studio
I got the best rhymes and I still tell the truth
I have perfected my craft and am honest in my lyrics
And the truth is
My music is authentic and genuine
If I don't make it doin' music
If I don't succeed in the music industry
Then I don't know what the hell to do
I don't know what else to do with my life
This is my life, that's why I write the things I'm tellin' you
My music reflects my life experiences and struggles
I speak my heart and soul
My music is personal and heartfelt
And all our fans got a heart of gold
Our fans are supportive and loyal
Ya'll are the reason that we are here
Our fans are the reason we are successful
No matter what ya'll are told
We will always appreciate and value our fans
So, I'm simply gonna end this with a, "Thank You."
I want to express my gratitude to our fans
And I'll be reppin' Tiller Gang until I can't move!
I will always represent and support my friends and label
No, there ain't no way to know…
There is no guarantee of success
If I'm gonna make it
If I will succeed in the music industry
But I only got one shot
I only have one chance to make it
So boe I gotta take it
I have to take the opportunity and go for it
It's a damn long road
The road to success is difficult and challenging
But I got a strong soul
I have the strength and determination to succeed
I'mma let the story unfold…
I will keep working and see where my journey takes me
And I'm gonna keep on keepin' on
I will keep moving forward and not give up
The pages turnin until their gone
I will continue to work and create music until the end
If I make it, I'll take it, n' if I do
If I succeed, I will take the opportunity and embrace it
Then I'm thanking everyone involved
I will express my gratitude to everyone who helped me along the way
I'm Thanking everyone involved
I appreciate everyone who supported me on my journey
It takes everyone of ya'll
It takes a team to achieve success
Damn it, I believe in my team and my dreams
I have confidence in my friends and my goals
It's all I need to succeed, so I; m keepin' on!
With their support and my determination, I will keep moving forward
Contributed by Juliana R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@sharonbolton6477
Still rocking this in 2019. Who’s w me?
@hillbillyhustle
Hell yeah
@cufflord7179
I just came across this song last week
@SIMOND5127
I'm loving this... Wish I could move.
@vanessalavin9871
Me!
@jordanadams7475
Me brother
@lucastucker3916
Its 2020 and still jamming to this, it hits home completely
@gabesnyder5747
Hell yes brother
@luketheredneck8687
Hell yea
@OctoberHourglass
It really does