Born in Taft, Texas, LaRue actually spent the majority of his adolescence north of the Red River, where he was raised in Southeastern Oklahoma . He never really pictured himself doing anything else but making good music, so LaRue eventually made his way to the state’s Red Dirt hotbed of Stillwater, where he began to develop his individualized style from a widespread range of influences.
From Willie Nelson to Ray Charles, to The Grateful Dead and Kris Kristofferson, LaRue’s emerging style impressively blends varied elements of country, blues, and soulful rock into cohesive, vocal driven performances. His abilities earned the immediate respect of then “up and coming” peers including Cody Canada, Mike McClure, Jason Boland, and other cohorts of the revitalizing Texas and Red Dirt circuits (now electrifying audiences nationwide.)
In 2002, both fans and industry took good notice of LaRue after he spearheaded The Organic Boogie Band and released ”Downtown,” which was recorded in private sessions at Cain’s Ballroom in Tulsa and mixed in a trailer on the side of a cliff in Bartlesville,OK. It was just the beginning, as the debut cemented LaRue’s following and inspired a move to New Braunfels, Texas, where a vibrant music community and a persistent touring schedule spawned a vast response.
Fans anxiously awaited the August 2005 release of Stoney LaRue-the Red Dirt Album, which hit the Billboard sales charts in its debut week. A far cry from the mixing trailer on the cliff, The Red Dirt Album was recorded with a tight circle of players and professionals in a studio setting. The record was a pinnacle effort for LaRue and has inarguably established his triple threat status as a truly gifted vocalist, player, and performer.
Armed with golden ear musicianship, an amusing wit, and soulful magnetism, LaRue’s shows are infused with an uplifting quality, a cathartic barroom brand of spirituality, where venues are complimented for good bar “feng shui,” and where time and dimension can be traversed via emotive lyrics and melodic riffs. A charismatic performer, LaRue’s flawless vocals can draw a crowd to a open mouth level of sonic mesmerization, and next have them singing “Forever Young” so loudly that you can’t hear anything else.
At 28 years old, Stoney LaRue now performs close to 300 dates a year at top festivals and venues across the nation and even the Caribbean, sharing bills with renowned acts like Lee Ann Womack, Gary Allan,Dierks Bentley, Cross Canadian Ragweed, Ray Wylie Hubbard, Radney Foster, and others. With a newly assembled band that includes Jeremy Bryant (drums), Jesse Fritz (bass), Rodney Pyeatt (guitar), and Steve Littleton (keys), Stoney LaRue is poised for his upcoming addition to the famed Live at Billy Bob’s series and even greater horizons to come.
The music is undeniably inside of Stoney LaRue, but he’s the type of artist that doesn’t HAVE to point it out to you, his belief in the music is strong enough that it just powers through transparently. Stoney LaRue is not trying to be anybody but the artist that he is, and his sincerity just seeps out, spills off the stage, and overtakes any room.
Walk Away
Stoney LaRue Lyrics
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And this is some kind of town
And you know that this man
Is gonna follow you all around
To the ends of the county
To the edge of the state
Goin' all around the world
Ridin' on your tailgate
I'm not used to your attention
You usually turn and walk away
Days of redemption
What have you to say?
What have you to say?
What have you to say now?
Well you got some kind of nerve
Lookin the way that you are
In your Bob Dylan t-shirt
Fillin' up my tip jar
You keep bringin' me whiskey
You keep askin' me for my songs
You sent me your number girl
I hope that you did not take it wrong
Cause I'm not used to your attention
You usually turn and walk away
Days of redemption
What have you to say?
What have you to say?
What have you to say now?
The song "Walk Away" by Stoney LaRue appears to be a narrative about a woman who is used to getting attention from men but finds it strange when one man, in particular, doesn't simply walk away from her. The first verse sets up the woman's arrogance and self-importance, as she assumes that she is a big deal in their small town and that the man will follow her anywhere. The use of the phrase "riding on your tailgate" implies that she sees herself as the driver, in control of the situation, while the man is simply along for the ride.
The second verse introduces the man's perspective, as he explains that he is not used to such attention from her. In fact, he usually expects her to "turn and walk away" from him like she does with other men. However, she keeps buying him drinks and asking for his songs, and even sends him her number. The man is unsure what to make of her sudden interest in him, hoping that he hasn't misunderstood her intentions.
Overall, "Walk Away" explores themes of power dynamics and unexpected relationships. The woman in the song is used to being in control, but the man's lack of interest in playing her game throws her off-balance. The man, in turn, is surprised by the attention he receives from someone he sees as way out of his league. The song ends on a cliffhanger, with the repeated refrain of "What have you to say now?" leaving the listener wondering what the woman's response will be.
Line by Line Meaning
Well you think that you're some woman
You have a sense of superiority and believe that you hold some sort of power in this town as a woman.
And this is some kind of town
You view this town as unique in some way.
And you know that this man
You are aware that I notice you and your behavior towards me.
Is gonna follow you all around
You expect me to pursue you relentlessly.
To the ends of the county
You expect me to go to great lengths to be with you.
To the edge of the state
You expect me to keep following you no matter where you go.
Goin' all around the world
You expect me to chase you even if it means going to different parts of the world.
Ridin' on your tailgate
You expect me to be constantly trying to catch up to you as you move forward.
I'm not used to your attention
I don't usually receive attention from someone like you.
You usually turn and walk away
In the past, you have ignored and rejected me.
Days of redemption
There might be a chance for us to rekindle things between us.
What have you to say?
You have a chance to speak up and share your thoughts on this potential opportunity.
What have you to say?
Will you give us a chance?
What have you to say now?
What do you think about us potentially getting together now?
Well you got some kind of nerve
You have a boldness about you.
Lookin the way that you are
Your appearance is striking.
In your Bob Dylan t-shirt
You are wearing a shirt with the image of the musician Bob Dylan on it.
Fillin' up my tip jar
You are making a contribution and supporting my career as a musician.
You keep bringin' me whiskey
You are trying to get me drunk.
You keep askin' me for my songs
You have an interest in my music and want to hear more of it.
You sent me your number girl
You gave me your phone number.
I hope that you did not take it wrong
I hope you don't misinterpret my feelings towards you.
Contributed by Benjamin K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.