Toby Keith: A Country Icon’s Journey to “Somewhere Else”
Toby Keith, a name synonymous with American country music, has consistently delivered chart-topping hits and heartfelt lyrics throughout his illustrious career.
His music often reflects the experiences and values of the American working class, resonating with audiences across the nation.
Background
One such song that encapsulates Keith’s signature style and storytelling abilities is “Somewhere Else.” Released in 2003 as part of his album “Shock’n Y’all,” this track quickly became a fan favorite, showcasing Keith’s knack for crafting catchy melodies and relatable narratives.
At its core, “Somewhere Else” is a poignant exploration of love, loss, and the human desire for escape. The song paints a vivid picture of a troubled relationship, where two individuals find themselves drifting apart.
The lyrics delve into the emotional turmoil that accompanies such a situation, highlighting the pain of unfulfilled expectations and the longing for a different reality.
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Lyrics
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I walk downtown, in my broke down shoesTo the side street pub with the bar band bluesTake a backseat at the front door tableOrder me a Bud and a shot of Black LabelClosed this place down once againSittin’ here wishin’ you’d walk right inDown my shot, shoot my beerI ain’t gotta go home but I can’t stay hereIt’s a short, short walk down to my second homeBut that boulevard gets longer when you’re walkin’ back aloneAnd I don’t know where you might beWherever it is, it’ll be without meI keep thinkin’ I’ll come home one day and find youLong as I got that neon lightShinin’ like a beacon in the night I knowI can make it downtown by myself‘Cause if you don’t know where you’re goin’You might end up somewhere elseKickin’ off my shoes, tumblin’ through the front doorKnowin’ too well the kind of night I’m in forCubs got beat again on Sports CenterMy bedroom’s cold as my TV dinnerOne more cigarette and I’ll kill the lightAnd I’ll lay there wishin’ you were sleepin’ by my sideAnd I don’t know where you might beWherever it is, it’ll be without meI keep thinkin’ I’ll come home one day and find youLong as I got that front porch lightShinin’ like a beacon in the night