Alan Jackson – Where Do I Go from Here

Introduction:

Alan Jackson’s “Where Do I Go From Here” is a heartfelt ballad that paints a vivid picture of the life of a truck driver navigating the vast American landscape. Released in 2006, the song quickly became a fan favorite, showcasing Jackson’s ability to connect with audiences through relatable storytelling.

Written by Robert Lee Castleman, the song delves into the loneliness, solitude, and longing that often accompany the nomadic lifestyle of a trucker. The lyrics evoke a sense of wanderlust and introspection, as the protagonist contemplates the meaning of life and the challenges of maintaining relationships while constantly being on the road.

With its poignant melody and Jackson’s soulful vocals, “Where Do I Go From Here” captures the essence of a life spent traveling, meeting strangers, and experiencing both the beauty and the hardships of the open road. The song’s enduring popularity is a testament to its ability to resonate with listeners on a deep emotional level, reminding us of the universal human experiences of love, loss, and the search for meaning.

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Lyrics:

“Where Do I Go From Here (A Trucker’s Song)”

Well I came from Alabama
With a banjo on my knee
I’m goin’ to Louisiana
My true love for to seeIt rained all night the day I left
The weather it was dry
The sun so hot I froze to death
Suzanna don’t you cry

I got a long way to go
I sure feel it now deep down in these dusty clothes
Through another town backed up with capricious souls
I got a long way to go

I got a lot left to say
To the empty seat that stood beside me
through the fray
Through the midnight moon
Saw fit to light my way
Got a lot left to say

But where do I go from here
When I’m lost out on the road
The way’s not clear
To find my way back home
I need to hear
The only voice that leads me on
So I can find my way back to you

I had a dream the other night
When everything was still
I thought I saw Suzanna
Comin’ down the hill

The buckwheat cake was in her mouth
A tear was in her eye
Says I’m comin’ from the south
Suzanna don’t you cry

Where do I go from here
When I’m lost out on the road
And the way’s not clear
To find my way back home
I need to hear
The only voice that leads me on
So I can find my way back to you

Soon we’ll be in New Orleans
Then I’ll look around
And when I find Suzanna
I’ll fall down on the ground

And if I do not find her
Then I should surely die
And when I’m dead and buried
Suzanna don’t you cry