Introduction:
“Broken Bridges” is a country ballad by Toby Keith and Lindsey Haun, released in 2006 as part of the Broken Bridges soundtrack. The song plays a central role in the film of the same name, which stars both Keith and Haun. Written by Toby Keith, Scotty Emerick, and the film’s director Steven Goldmann, the song reflects the movie’s themes of reconciliation, regret, and healing. With its emotional tone and rich narrative style, the song resonates with country music’s tradition of storytelling.
The song blends traditional country elements with contemporary sounds, creating a melodic backdrop for lyrics that explore mending broken relationships and the passage of time. Keith and Haun’s vocal chemistry gives depth to the track, making it a standout on the soundtrack. Though it was not released as a single, the song gained significant attention through the movie’s promotion and was appreciated for its heartfelt lyrics and melody.
The Broken Bridges soundtrack itself achieved moderate commercial success, reaching No. 4 on the US Country Albums chart and No. 35 on the Billboard 200. Released under Show Dog Nashville, Toby Keith’s own record label, it also helped elevate Lindsey Haun’s profile in the country music scene.
“Broken Bridges” remains a meaningful song for fans of both the film and country music, offering a reflection on themes of forgiveness and emotional reconciliation.
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Lyrics:
“Broken Bridges”
(from “Broken Bridges” soundtrack)There are bridges on life’s highway
But we never see them there.
Some cross troubled waters
Some don’t go nowhere.
Some you wouldn’t step on,
If you were trying to save your soul.
One comes with a keeper
When it’s time to pay the toll.
Some aren’t meant to last forever
Some are made of stone.
Some are meant to cross together,
Some you go alone.
Some the slightest wind can send them,
Crashing to the ground.
I set a bridge on fire,
But I could not burn it down.[Chorus]
Now here I am(ooohh)
Prayin for forgiveness
And I can see you(And I can see you)
Standing on the other side(oohh)
Here I go (Here I go)
And Baby it’s a heavy load (It’s a heavy load)
I have crossed some broken bridges in my time
(Broken bridges in my time)Now here I am (Now here I am)
Prayin for forgiveness (Prayin for forgiveness)
And I can see you (oh I can see you)
Standing on the other side
(Standing on the other side)
Here I go (Now, here I go)
And Buddy it’s a heavy load (Baby it’s a heavy load)
But I have crossed some broken bridges in my time
(crossed some broken bridges in my time)
Yes, I have crossed some broken bridges in my time.