Introduction:
“Drive It On Home” by Toby Keith was released in 2010 as part of his album Bullets in the Gun. This song is rooted in country music, capturing the essence of life on the road, a theme familiar in the genre. The narrative follows a trucker’s journey, emphasizing both the allure of the open road and the deep yearning for the comfort of home. It pays homage to the long-standing tradition of trucker songs in country music, echoing classics like “Six Days on the Road” by Dave Dudley.
Toby Keith, known for his celebration of Americana, weaves themes of freedom, self-reliance, and patriotism into the song, portraying driving as both a metaphor for life’s challenges and a literal journey. The track speaks to the universal feeling of longing to return to familiar ground, resonating with listeners who have experienced the pull of distance and the desire to reunite with loved ones or simply find solace in a familiar place.
The song is considered an anthem for highway miles and homecoming, striking a balance between the thrill of adventure and the comfort of home. Its lyrics and melody make it a perfect soundtrack for road trips, capturing the spirit of the open road and the enduring power of home.
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Lyrics:
“Drive It On Home”
Headin’ out to Illinois
Runnin’ ’bout 95
Listen to my engine, boySand burnin’ beano
Westcoast, turn around
I don’t make no money, they love
Sittin’ the friggin’ trailer down
Peter Bills’ pullin’ out
Now I’m pulin’ up behind and
Son, if you can’t find ’em, ground ’em
Got the roadhouse rockin’ on the radio
Takes a lot of rig to haul a big payload
Takes a lot of men to make the 18 road
Pop another white cross
Dodge another speed cop
Hit another truck stop
Drive it on home
Got the redneck romeo
Bagged all sittin’ there
I’m wide open in a
Hammered down rockin’ chair
Big bambino
Front door, green light
City ain’t seen no
Bear traps all night
Need to stop and grab a bite
And I could use a tag along
Ladybug, where’d you go?
Great, you got your ears on
Got the roadhouse rockin’ on the radio
Takes a lot of rig to haul a big payload
Takes a lot of men to make the 18 road
Pop another white cross
Dodge another speed cop
Hit another truck stop
Drive it on home
We got the roadhouse rockin’ on the radio
Takes a lot of rig to haul a big payload
Takes a lot of men to make the 18 road
Pop another white cross
Dodge another speed cop
Hit another truck stop
Burn another black top
Makin’ me some good time
Cross another county line
Pass the city limit sign
Drive it on home
Drive it on home, baby
I’m gonna push it, yeah
I’m gonna push it, baby
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