He describes himself as a letter writing optimist. In sixth grade he was given his first trumpet, and that is when he realized he loved music.
He can be found on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/pages/Rusty-Clanton/130902033635751.
Nomad
Rusty Clanton Lyrics
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Stay lost in the night
When alongside your warmth
You still won't give light
Careless drifter don't knock on my door
It's framework is crumbling
From answering your
Won't open no more
And the weight stopped crushing my bones
When I lost the wonder to know
Why you never stayed
Endless woe
Your game has grown old
The cards have been rigged
Concerns just for show
I fold
I've seen it before
And the weight stopped crushing my bones
When I lost the wonder to know
Why you never stayed
Crawl back every time
I won't pay no mind
The lyrics to Rusty Clanton's song "Nomad" convey a sense of disillusionment and weariness with a past lover who was a "careless drifter." The singer laments the fact that despite being close to their warmth, their flame remained unseen and unlit, suggesting a lack of emotional connection despite physical proximity. The singer acknowledges the power that their ex-partner once held over them, represented by the metaphorical weight that crushed their bones, but they have since found relief in losing their wonderment about why their ex never stayed. The singer draws a line in the sand, refusing to let their former flame back into their life even if they come crawling back.
The imagery of the unseen flame and weight crushing the singer's bones provide a visceral and emotional layer to the lyrics, suggesting the magnitude of pain and confusion that the singer experienced. The repeated usage of "careless drifter" and "never stayed" reinforce the idea that the singer was hurt by their partner's lack of commitment and recklessness. However, the singer also shows signs of growth and resilience, as they recognize the need to move on and protect themselves from further hurt.
Line by Line Meaning
Unseen flame
There is an invisible spark within me
Stay lost in the night
It is impossible to find, even in the dark
When alongside your warmth
Although it is close to your heat
You still won't give light
It remains unilluminated
Careless drifter don't knock on my door
Wandering soul, do not disturb me
It's framework is crumbling
The structure of my home is breaking down
From answering your every plea
Because I always yielded to your demands
Won't open no more
I will no longer welcome you inside
And the weight stopped crushing my bones
The burden that weighed me down is gone
When I lost the wonder to know
When I no longer questioned why
Why you never stayed
You always left without explanation
Endless woe
Unending sorrow
Your game has grown old
Your scheming has become predictable
The cards have been rigged
The deck is stacked against me
Concerns just for show
You are only pretending to care
I fold
I give up
I've seen it before
I know your tricks
Crawl back every time
You always return
I won't pay no mind
I will ignore you
Contributed by Camilla A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@kierstenmh
tears might be coming out of my eyes. out of anger. KIDDING. out of sheer joy and honor. this was great rusty, I'm unworthy!
@RustyClantonOfficial
KIERSTEN! I'm so happy that you like it! You're music had been a huge inspiration and influence to mine. Dude. Let's sang together some time!
@PatriciaHuffman
Hi! I always get really happy when you post and here's why:
Once upon a time, I lost someone I love very much. In this period of sadness, I discovered your cover of "In the Mourning" and I listened to it over and over(the amount is unfathomable). Every chance I got, because it fit how I felt and eventually I could feel myself not hurt as much. I know I'm totally lame, but you and Jessie are totally rad because you brought me peace in a hard time, and I hope you guys get everything out of life because you deserve it.
@RustyClantonOfficial
Wow thanks so much for sharing that, Patricia! I'm so glad you found peace through all of that. Thanks so much for the encouragement, friend!
@tessaviolet
No mad, yes glad.
@RustyClantonOfficial
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@RubyWoodss
This is almost too good it hurts... like seriously
@RustyClantonOfficial
SORRY I DIDNT MEAN TO HURT U DONT LEAVE PLZ
@doddleoddle
yep
@doddleoddle
more plz