Another Day Another Dollar
Wynn Stewart Lyrics
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Another day another dollar workin' my whole life away
The boss told me I'd get paid weakly and that's exactly how I'm paid
Another day another dollar workin' my whole life away
Another day another dollar
My family is my thanksgiving I love 'em more each day
And they're the reason I keep living and working my whole life away
The song "Another Day Another Dollar" by Wynn Stewart reflects the struggles of a working-class man who has to work hard every day for his living. The lyrics convey the tedium of a life where the routine is the norm and there seems to be no escape. The singer is resigned to his fate as he sings, "Another day another dollar, workin' my whole life away." He gives an insight into his working conditions where his boss has promised him a weekly wage, and that is all he gets. He expresses his gratitude towards his family that gives him the strength to carry on by saying, "My family is my thanksgiving, I love 'em more each day, and they're the reason I keep living and working my whole life away."
The song's lyrics are a classic example of the "Bakersfield sound," which is a sub-genre of country music that emerged in the 1950s and 1960s. It is known for a raw honky-tonk sound that is rooted in traditional country music but has a distinct California flair. Wynn Stewart was one of the pioneers of the Bakersfield sound, along with Buck Owens, Merle Haggard, and Tommy Collins.
Line by Line Meaning
Another day another dollar daylight comes I'm on my way
I am going to work every day to earn one more day's worth of salary.
Another day another dollar workin' my whole life away
My entire life is spent working, earning one paycheck at a time.
The boss told me I'd get paid weakly and that's exactly how I'm paid
Despite my hard work, my employer only pays me a small, weekly salary.
My family is my thanksgiving I love 'em more each day
My family is the reason I keep going and why I am grateful every day.
And they're the reason I keep living and working my whole life away
I work hard to provide for my family, even if it means sacrificing my own free time and happiness.
Another day another dollar
My routine of working hard and earning a paycheck continues every day.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: WYNN STEWART
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Rory Williams
Reminds me of my dear old dad, he was a truck driver in the 1970s and 1980s and he used to sing this song on a Monday morning at 4am when I used to go to work with him. rest in peace Dad x
Haywood Jablowmi
My gramps was a Detroit Teamster for Roadway around that time. This was his favorite song lol.
Antonio B.
Great Memories!
May God Bless His Soul! 🙏
Armadillo
Wynn was, and is, one of the great Bakersfield Sound artists. Always missed, never forgotten.
Jeff Clark
True. Underrated performer. A Bakersfield pioneer with Buck and Merle. 1962 song. Ralph Mooney on the steel guitar.
Brooks Harvey
This song hits harder when you’re on the grind.
gizzycat cat
I LOVE this song. Old throwbacks are the best!
Randall Banks
This friend of the Crickets could not agree more!
William Crawford
There's nothing better than the classic Bakersfield sound of authentic country music.
Ted Martin
Great beat and catchy song.. love it.