Old Wore out Cowboys
Ward Davis Lyrics

There must be some place, for old wore out cowboys
The singer is expressing his desire for a place of rest from all the hard work he has done as a cowboy.

Broken down pickers, and dreamers like me
The singer is saying that he's tired and feels worn out after picking and dreaming all his life which has left him feeling unfit.

Where the cue sticks are straight, and the beer's always cold
The singer is seeking a place where he can relax and even forget he's been working all these years, while he is around things that are certain and comfortable.

And the jukebox is playin' Hank Williams for free
The singer is suggesting that the kind of music he wants to listen to is one performed by an artist who can convey the emotions he is feeling, and other cowboys like him, which is why he seeks Hank Williams' music.

Well I've worked in pool rooms and barrooms and bedrooms
The singer lists the kinds of places he has had to work over the years in pursuit of a career as a cowboy.

From Cheyenne to Memphis, it ain't nothing new
Despite having traveled quite a bit throughout his career, the singer suggests that he's seen it all and there's nothing new any more.

Hard bodied young cowgirls, too many state fair bulls
The singer lists the kinds of experiences he’s had while living his cowboy life.

I rode 'em all 'til I'm busted and bruised
The singer literally rode horses and women until it broke him down so much he can barely keep going.

I picked my guitar 'til my finger's blistered
The singer talks about how he played his guitar tirelessly, practicing for his livelihood even though it wasn't easy.

Bleedin' and sweatin', stainin' my jeans
The singer describes the effort and dedication he has put into his craft and how it has left him with physical scars and marks.

They tried to whip me, but more didn't than did
The singer alludes to the fact that people tried to stand in his way or discourage him from pursuing his dream, but his passion and willpower were too strong to stop him.

And I'm proud of my dues and God has 6 strings
The singer feels proud of the struggles and hard work he's put in, even when it was difficult. He also sees how his music abilities can connect him to the divine.

And they'll never stay home and they're always alone
The singer alludes to the fact that cowboys live a nomadic life and tend to have trouble settling down with someone.

Even with someone they love
Despite being in love, cowboys still feel the pressures of the cowboy life and must continue to travel, leaving their loved ones behind.