"Just Fishin'" is a song about a father who is fishing with his daughter. The little daughter only worries about catching fish but father says that they are not "just fishin'" but also making memories. It is in B major with a main chord pattern of B-E-B and a vocal range of G♯3-C♯5. The music video was directed by Trey Fanjoy and premiered in June 2011. It features Trace and his youngest daughter, Trinity.
Just Fishin'
Trace Adkins Lyrics
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She's doin' almost everything but sittin' still
Talkin' 'bout her ballet shoes and training wheels
And her kittens
And she thinks we're just fishin'
I say, "Daddy loves you, baby" one more time
She says, "I know, I think I've got a bite"
What I call, livin'
And she thinks we're just fishin' on the riverside
Throwin' back what we could fry
Drownin' worms and killin' time
Nothin' too ambitious
She ain't even thinkin' 'bout
What's really goin' on right now
But I guarantee this memory's a big'in
And she thinks we're just fishin'
She's already pretty, like her mama is
Gonna drive the boys all crazy
Give her daddy fits
And I better do this every chance I get
'Cause time is tickin'
(Yeah it is)
And she thinks we're just fishin' on the riverside
Throwin' back what we could fry
Drownin' worms and killin' time
Nothin' too ambitious
She ain't even thinkin' 'bout
What's really goin' on right now
But I guarantee this memory's a big'in
And she thinks we're just fishin'
She ain't even thinkin' 'bout
What's really goin' on right now
But I guarantee this memory's a big'in
And she thinks we're just fishin'
Yeah, aw, she thinks we're just fishin'
We ain't only fishin'
(This ain't about fishin')
In "Just Fishin'" by Trace Adkins, the singer is spending time with his daughter, who is holding a pink rod and reel while they are fishing. Though she's not sitting still, she shares about her ballet shoes, training wheels, and kittens, and he is content to listen to her stories. He tells her that Daddy loves her, and she responds that she thinks she has a bite. He realizes that this moment, with all its laughter, tears, and joy, is what it means to be alive. Memories like this are what matter, not just the act of fishing itself.
The singer wants to make the most of his time with her because he realizes that she's growing up fast and soon will be driving the boys crazy, which will give her dad fits. He wants to make sure that he doesn't miss an opportunity to form memories that they'll always treasure together.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm lost in her there holdin' that pink rod and reel
I'm completely absorbed in watching my daughter hold that pink fishing rod and reel.
She's doin' almost everything but sittin' still
She's moving around, chatting and fidgeting, hardly sitting still.
Talkin' 'bout her ballet shoes and training wheels
She's chattering about her ballet shoes and the training wheels she recently learned to ride without.
And her kittens
She's also talking about her kittens.
And she thinks we're just fishin'
She's completely unaware of the beautiful moment we're having, just fishing together.
I say, "Daddy loves you, baby" one more time
I tell her one more time, "Daddy loves you, baby."
She says, "I know, I think I've got a bite"
She replies, "I know, I think I have a bite."
And all this laughin', cryin', smilin', dyin' here inside's, what I call, livin'
Experiencing all these emotions, laughing, crying, smiling, and feeling alive is what I define as living.
She's already pretty, like her mama is
My daughter is beautiful, just like her mother.
Gonna drive the boys all crazy, give her daddy fits
When she gets older, boys will be attracted to her, and I'll be worried and protective.
And I better do this every chance I get, 'cause time is tickin'
I need to make the most of every opportunity I have to spend time with her because time is fleeting.
And she thinks we're just fishin' on the riverside, throwin' back what we could fry, drownin' worms and killin' time
She thinks we're just having a leisurely day fishing by the river, throwing back what we could fry, and passing the time by drowning worms.
Nothin' too ambitious
We're not trying to do anything too difficult or demanding.
She ain't even thinkin' 'bout what's really goin' on right now
My daughter is not aware of the depth of the moment we're having right now.
But I guarantee this memory's a big'in
I'm sure this memory we're creating will be a significant one for both of us.
And she thinks we're just fishin'
My daughter is still oblivious to the true romance and beauty of the moment we're sharing right now.
We ain't only fishin'
Our day today is not just about fishing - it's about making lifelong memories with my daughter.
(This ain't about fishin')
This day is about so much more than just fishing.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Spirit Music Group, Reservoir Media Management, Inc.
Written by: Casey Beathard, Ed Hill, Monty Criswell
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@jamiemayer
Listening to this song reading your story brought tears to my eyes...
My friend I'm sorry for the loss of your wife.
I am however, happy for your gain....
Your wife lives on my brother.
God bless you.
Funny thing is I love this song and I am not a country guy I'm a heavy metal guy and classic rock.
Stay strong stay safe
@craigbollwitt3972
Our little girl told me that this is the song she wants to dance to at her wedding in April 2021. I can't watch this without tears running down my face. Going to be a great day, but tears will be flowing during the father - daughter dance. Love you Toni Marie!!!❣️❣️❣️❣️
@TheDrivingCrooner117
I.hope she had a wonderful wedding ❤️
@freemanlacroix674
Hopefully, a grandpa by now?
@Delcattiy
I have the same thought as your daughter. I want this as my Daddy/Daughter dance at my wedding. I don't have a ring on my finger (yet) but I've already got songs in mind for different things. A reception playlist, songs for aisle walk, first dance, etc
@angelicamosley3301
This was the song my dad and I danced too
@bradjacobsen9240
This was my daughter's father and daughter dance also. We had it picked out years before she got married. I tear up whenever I hear it. Love the video too.
@carmengilliard7378
"This ain't about fishin'..."
No Sir. This is about those precious moments when you're a kid and your dad holds your hand...
My dad is no longer in this world but I remember when I was a kid and he held my hand...
Why do we treasure those special moments when they're for ever gone?
@jardineriahyssop6009
Yeah, I miss my Dad too. That's life I guess.
@Noah-dd8wk
Same here I miss my dad I wish he was still here
@conniepratt2039
Our Loved Ones are Always with us...every time you think of them, that's them 'knocking'. That wave of missing them...You are feeling THEM MISSING YOU!
Craving their foods? It's them knocking again.
Things go missing? Yep! They're messing w/you, trying to get your attention. Talk to them! It doesn't have to be aloud, although they Love to hear your voice.
Hearing their songs? Overhear someone use a phrase they used? Yep! It's them!
B4 you go to sleep, ask that you're taken Home to visit. Don't forget to ask that you remember it. 🤗