Story Behind The Song
Just a rumination on surviving a series of events to press on to better things.
Song Description
This tune was inspired by not just one, but several, years of bad luck, but also the impetus to keep moving on.
| Song Length |
3:17 |
Genre |
Country - Americana, Country - Alternative |
| Tempo |
Medium Slow (91 - 110) |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
| Mood |
Composed, Peaceful |
Subject |
Existence, Recovery |
| Similar Artists |
Ray Wylie Hubbard, Steve Earle |
Language |
English |
| Era |
2000 and later |
| |
Lyrics
I can handle a bit of rain, but it grows tiresome day-to-day.
Where I'm headed, I cannot say. Where's the star that'll lead the way?
Felt the sunshine comin' near, felt the comfort, but it disappeared.
Lord I guess since I'm still here, hell, it's been a banner year.
Yeah, it's been a banner year.
Someday comes too fast.
Rust breaks down what's meant to last.
Feelings come as seasons go.
Kudzu swallows everything I've known.
Swallows it whole.
I guess there's tread left on these tires, but they stayed mated to the mire.
Oh I'm tired, but I've miles to ride. I kissed some darkness, yet I'm still alive.
Pretty sunsets ain't come too near. The day's too short to be ruled by fear.
Lord I guess since I'm still here, hell, it's been a banner year.
Yeah, it's been a banner year.