Lone Star
Tony Marcus Lyrics
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Calling me back home though I've ventured far astray
When I see that beacon shining for me all alone
It calls me back to Texas and to home
Lone star shine down on my home town
Fill my memory light my way
Sunlight and the smell of new mown hay
I remember though I've wandered and much happiness I've found
Still I wish that I could be back there today
I know my home is waiting for me by the river shore
I know that all the ones I love would welcome me once more
In dreams I see them now though it seems I'm bound to roam
My thoughts are still of Texas and of home
Cattle in the old corral, the open range all 'round
Sunlight and the smell of new mown hay
I remember though I've wandered and much happiness I've found
Still I wish that I could be back there today
I know my home is waiting for me by the river shore
I know that all the ones I love would welcome me once more
In dreams I see them now though it seems I'm bound to roam
My thoughts are still of Texas and of home
The lyrics of the song Lone Star by Tony Marcus evoke a strong sense of nostalgia and homesickness for the singer's home state of Texas. The lone star, which is the symbol on the Texas state flag, serves as a beacon of sorts, calling the singer back home even when he is far away. He longs for the familiar sights and smells of his hometown, such as the cattle in the old corral, the open range all around, the sunlight, and the smell of new mown hay. Despite having wandered away and found happiness elsewhere, the singer's thoughts are still consumed with memories of Texas.
In the chorus, the singer pleads with the lone star to shine down on his hometown and help light his way back home. He knows that his loved ones await him by the river shore, ready to welcome him back with open arms. The fact that the singer mentions his dreams suggest that he has a deep emotional connection to Texas that transcends mere physical presence or absence.
Line by Line Meaning
I can see that lone star from a thousand miles away
Even from far away, I recognize the symbol of Texas and it makes me homesick.
Calling me back home though I've ventured far astray
Despite living far away from home, Texas still feels like 'home' to me.
When I see that beacon shining for me all alone
The lone star symbolizes home and beckons me to return to Texas.
It calls me back to Texas and to home
Seeing the lone star reminds me of all that Texas represents and brings me back to my roots.
Lone star shine down on my home town
I want the star to symbolize how special and important Texas is to me, especially my hometown.
Fill my memory light my way
I want Texas to always be a guiding light in my memories and in my future.
Cattle in the old corral, the open range all 'round
I remember the rural, countryside lifestyle of Texas with fondness.
Sunlight and the smell of new mown hay
I remember the sunny and fresh scents of Texas and how they made me feel.
I remember though I've wandered and much happiness I've found
Even though I've lived in other places and experienced happiness, Texas has a special place in my heart.
Still I wish that I could be back there today
I yearn to return to Texas and relive the memories of my past there.
I know my home is waiting for me by the river shore
I believe that my physical home in Texas is still there, waiting for me to return.
I know that all the ones I love would welcome me once more
I am confident that my loved ones in Texas would be happy to see me again if I returned home.
In dreams I see them now though it seems I'm bound to roam
Even though I am far from Texas, I still dream of my loved ones there and the memories we shared.
My thoughts are still of Texas and of home
Despite living elsewhere, my mind is constantly thinking and longing for Texas, my true 'home'.
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