I wrote this song in honor of and in dedication to THE greatest living country singer today --- Mr. George Jones. It is my utmost wish that you enjoy it.
COWBOY MAN
(T. Beechey)
There are songs about broken hearts and songs sung of denial,
Where the pain runs so very deep that it steals away the smile,
There are also songs about the pain which goes right to the bone,
But they're just songs,yours is real --- each one is your own
Sing me a story,cowboy man --- no one else would ever do,
When I hear a heartfelt melody,I know it came from you
There's such a meaning in your voice,I really have no other choice
But to listen to your every word...cowboy man,you've been heard
There's been more than a time or two when I've lost the will to cope
And found myself dangling at the very end of my rope
With nowhere left to turn and run and,when I thought it was said and done,
One of your songs pulled me through...if George can make it,I can too!
Sing me a story,cowboy man --- separate the truths from lies
Show me just what is real even as tears fall from my eyes,
Each verse reflects a part of me,the songs you sing make me see
Just who I am and why I'm here...cowboy man,loud and clear
(Instrumental Break)
Sing me a story,cowboy man --- take me along the ride
The one you've taken many times,don't leave anything to hide
Open your heart and bear your soul,a lesser man would have paid the toll
Long ago but you remain...cowboy man,share my pain
I can only pray that,if someday,I'm along those very trails
That you've crisscrossed and I get lost and cast against the rails
If only an ounce of your strength is mine,I know I'll get along just fine
And go on to see another day just like you and that's why I say:
Sing me a story,cowboy man --- I know you've one to tell
Where most have fallen,you have risen and took each landing well,
Somehow always on your feet,yours is still a story to complete,
The final chapter's still unknown...cowboy man,sing me home.
Author notes
2. Write your own original country lyrics.
A contest entry
- Country Lyric Contest by RestlessDreamer.
510 points, ended September 12, 2008, 12 entries
Silver trophy winner
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest
What did you think
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very nice tribute and is very fitting for george!!
great write and best of luck in the contest
--kat -
That's a nice tribute to George Jones and you're right he's one of the greats
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This is beautifully written! I love George Jones' music. I think my favorite song by him is "Wine Colored Roses." It's such a beautiful, honest song. I really like how you describe his music and his life. He has been through so much it's amazing he has survived! Great job!
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I hope he gets to see this someday... it is really great.. I love him too
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Very good, Thank you for entering our contest.
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Thanks! And thanks for the bronze!
Tom -
I love George Jones--great write--GL
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Thanks,I really appreciate it!
Tom -
A fitting tribute to an amazing man. I can feel the beat and hear the music as I read these words...your use of rhyme and rhythm is fantastic. I thoroughly enjoyed this piece, glad I stumbled onto it. Very well done! You have my applause and standing ovation!
Rory -
Saw John Denver mentioned on your page and just had to stop by and take a peek. This is brilliant! I really enjoyed this piece and it is a fitting tribute to The Man. The imagery says it all. Excellent ...mal
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Don't know any George Jones music tho I think I've heard of him...if he's the one who was married to Tammy Winette...or somebody like that. Sorry, don't know any country music 'cept John Denver & Boxcar Willie...lmao do I keep that quiet, everybody knows me as a metalhead lol.
Anyway, to the poem...another fab write is all I can say!!!
Peace to ya,
Roz.
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I don't know much about George Jones, but I enjoyed this read very much. The the prosy form.. and clear narrative style. Awesome tribute.
Red
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