Story Behind The Song
The story that was envisioned was one of a Bonnie and Clyde style relationship - a couple that had been on the run from their troubles for some time. Long trips across state borders, seedy motels, and filthy little truckstop diners.
Eventually, the main source of their grief is resolved. Perhaps they were wrongly accused by the police? Perhaps they owed somebody money? Maybe they were just young and brash, and their parents finally came to terms with them being together? Whatever the case, this song is about the aftermath, and the journey back home.
The couple is able to finally stop running away, and they're feeling overwhelmingly relieved, content, and excited about what the future brings.
Song Description
Sunsets is a relaxed and uplifting song about travel, overcoming adversity and that indescribable feeling you get on the home stretch of a long trip home.
Song Length |
4:06 |
Genre |
Pop - Easy Listening, Country - Contemporary |
Tempo |
Slow (71 - 90) |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
Mood |
Relaxed, Content |
Subject |
Freedom, Road |
Similar Artists |
Matchbox Twenty, David Gray |
Language |
English |
Era |
2000 and later |
| |
Lyrics
I've seen the bright lights trickle down your face
You got your time, now we've got my place
I've seen those lips, red like wine
Felt them brush up and down my spine
CHORUS
As the sun sets to the west,
You lay your head upon my chest
Coz we're heading home
I'm coming home
We're getting closer to the end
We'll kick the dust off, start again
Coz we're heading home
I'm coming home
No more state lines, no more lies
No more chasing these darkened skies
No hotel rooms, no highways
No black clouds as whiskey fades
CHORUS
Oh and I for one can't wait
To cast off this twisted shape
As the sky turns red and gold
We'll count down the miles to go
CHORUS
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