1. A rapper/produ… Read Full Bio ↴Tree is the name of at least 11 different artists:
1. A rapper/producer from Chicago, Illinois, United States
2. A psychedelic band from Israel
3. A hardcore band from Massachusetts, United States
4. A grindcore band from Kansas, United States
5. A rock band active in the 1960's
6. A singer/songwriter from California, United States
7. A pop singer from Australia
8. A rock band from Australia (now called Treehouse)
9. A Christian rock band from South Africa (now called Tree63)
10. Project of Oliver Nickell from San Francisco, California (now Oliver Tree)
11. An alternative indie rock band from Japan https://tree6.bandcamp.com/
Texas
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Walking across this Texas desert with
The sun beating on his back
Carries a cross
These burning sands
Without leaving a single track
Sing a song a six pack
And praise the lord for your salvation
Federal government's intervention
Blood on the X of Texas
Blood on the X that Texas spilt
Blood on the X of Texas
Blood in the house that David built
Messiah on a six string sings a song
That's in demand
Lone gunman in the Lone Star State
Hunts his fellow man
Deep in the heart of Texas the bullet
Finds its mark
Deep in the heart of Texas his head
Gets blown apart
Blood on the X of Texas like a cross hair
Why'll remember the Alamo but don't you forget about Waco
Blood on the X of Texas
Blood on the X that Texas spilt
Blood on the X of Texas
Blood in the house that David built
Blood on the X of Texas
The lyrics to "Texas" by Tree offer a complex and layered critique of both Texas culture and American government intervention. The opening verses present an image of a lone traveler crossing the desert sands of Texas, carrying a cross on his back. This image suggests a religious or spiritual quest, one that is intimately tied to the harsh, unforgiving landscape of the state.
However, the song quickly pivots to a more political angle, with references to the "Federal government's intervention" and the "house that David built." These are likely allusions to the disastrous government raid on the Branch Davidian compound in Waco, Texas in 1993, which resulted in the deaths of over 70 people. By linking this event to the religious imagery of the opening lyrics, Tree is highlighting the ways in which politics and religion intersect and collide in Texas.
The chorus of "Blood on the X of Texas" brings together these themes of religion, politics, and violence in a powerful and emotional way. The symbolic "X" represents both a cross and a target, and the blood that is spilled both in the sand and in the "house that David built" serves as a potent reminder of the consequences of political and religious extremism.
Overall, "Texas" is a song that offers a searing critique of Texas culture and American politics, using religious imagery and political references to convey a powerful message about violence and extremism in modern society.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeehaw
Expressing excitement or enthusiasm about the subject of the song.
Walking across this Texas desert with
Describing the setting and atmosphere in Texas for the singer.
The sun beating on his back
Highlighting the harsh conditions and weather in Texas that the singer is enduring.
Carries a cross
Symbolizing the burden and sacrifice the artist is carrying and enduring in Texas.
These burning sands
Adding to the description of the intense heat and setting in Texas.
Without leaving a single track
Emphasizing the singer's resilience and determination to persevere despite the difficulties and challenges of Texas.
Sing a song a six pack
Describing a common activity or coping mechanism for Texans amidst their struggles.
And praise the lord for your salvation
Suggesting a religious aspect to the coping and hope for salvation in Texas.
Second coming up and running from the
Alluding to religious themes and potentially political struggles in Texas.
Federal government's intervention
Suggesting a conflict or resistance to outside interference in Texas affairs.
Blood on the X of Texas
Creating a vivid, striking image of violence in Texas.
Blood on the X that Texas spilt
Repeating the previous line in a slightly different phrasing, emphasizing the shocking and brutal nature of violence in Texas.
Messiah on a six string sings a song
Alluding to the power of music and potentially religious themes in Texas culture.
That's in demand
Highlighting the popularity and significance of music in Texas amidst its struggles
Lone gunman in the Lone Star State
Alluding to the iconic symbol and reputation of Texas and its gun culture.
Hunts his fellow man
Suggesting a dangerous and violent aspect to Texas culture and society.
Deep in the heart of Texas the bullet
Using an iconic Texas phrase to emphasize the violence and danger in the state.
Finds its mark
Emphasizing the accuracy and effectiveness of violence in Texas and its consequences.
Deep in the heart of Texas his head
Continuing the previous line's phrasing but shifting to the victim of the violence.
Gets blown apart
Creating a shocking and graphic image of the violence and brutality in Texas.
Blood on the X of Texas like a cross hair
Continuing the image of violence from previous lines and using a metaphor to liken it to a sniper's aim.
Why'll remember the Alamo but don't you forget about Waco
Referencing two historic events in Texas to criticize selective memory and neglect of other important events.
Blood in the house that David built
Drawing a biblical reference to emphasize the gravity and significance of the violence and struggle in Texas.
Blood on the X of Texas
Repeating the opening lines and emphasizing the constant presence and impact of violence in Texas.
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FineWine
This is a much improved revised transcript, thank you😃. Beautiful, majestic trees such as these are awe-inspiring.
Alejandro Hernandez
What a great documentary! Thank you TPW
christophercale
What a great video! I've visited 2 of those trees and now I need to go see Old Baldy now that I know that it's so close to home! Thanks for posting!
Loretta Russell
Have any seeds or seedlings from those 3 trees been planted anywhere in suitable environmental conditions? If not then they should be & promoted as such. What a legacy that would to say this tree is a direct decendent of...... an to promote it as such. It would be great to have a larger family of these trees scattered about.
Texas Parks and Wildlife
That's a good question. We've reached out to those three state parks to ask them about it.
Robin Bradbery
Awesome job!
burtflaxton
When you tear up about a tree. <3 ya Big Tree!
Marty Robbins Fan
Good morning texas!
Samuel Cortez
I. Thiny I have the biggest broken tree in Texas