Truck Bed Inspiration
Performed by Whiskey Wind & The Prairie Boys
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Verse 1: The Meeting with the Executive
Well, I walked into the office, executive’s on his throne,
He said, “Son, we need a truck bed love song, make it hit home.”
I nodded real serious, but I’m thinkin’ deep inside,
“Is every damn romance these days happenin’ in a ride?”
He said, “Tailgates and blankets, it’s gotta have the stars,
You know, two young lovers snugglin’ up in their old cars.”
I left the meetin’, scratchin’ my head,
Thinkin’, “Hope my truck ain’t too full of tools and mud boots.”
Chorus
‘Cause everybody’s fallin’ in love in a truck bed,
Guess that’s where the country boys and girls get wed.
Forget about the candles or a honeymoon suite,
We got muddy boots and some old bench seats.
Love ain’t fancy, and it sure ain’t neat,
It’s all tailgates, country stars, and tangled-up feet.
Verse 2: Writing the Song at Home
So, I get back home, notebook in my hand,
Wife’s on the couch, lookin’ at me like I’m a strange man.
I said, “Honey, I need inspiration, and I’ve got a plan—
Let’s hop in the truck, we can test it firsthand.”
She laughed and said, “Boy, you’re outta your mind,
We’ve been married 10 years, and that tailgate’s a grind!”
But I flashed her a smile, said, “It’s all for the song,
Come on, darlin’, what could possibly go wrong?”
Chorus
‘Cause everybody’s fallin’ in love in a truck bed,
Guess that’s where the country boys and girls get wed.
Forget about the candles or a honeymoon suite,
We got muddy boots and some old bench seats.
Love ain’t fancy, and it sure ain’t neat,
It’s all tailgates, country stars, and tangled-up feet.
Verse 3: The Punchline
So, we’re sittin’ in the truck, stars above our heads,
But instead of romance, I’m thinkin’ ‘bout meds.
My back’s in knots, the tailgate’s creakin’ too,
And she’s laughin’ so hard she spilled her Mountain Dew.
“Write your song, cowboy,” she says with a grin,
“But next time we’re doin’ this, I’m stayin’ in!”
So, here’s your truck bed love song, but let’s make it clear,
The romance is great… but my chiropractor’s near!
Chorus
‘Cause everybody’s fallin’ in love in a truck bed,
But after a few years, you’ll want a mattress instead.
Forget about the candles or a honeymoon suite,
Just gimme some Tylenol and a soft place for my feet.
Love ain’t fancy, and it sure ain’t neat,
But if we’re truckin’ for love, gimme the front seat!
Outro
Yeah, if we’re truckin’ for love, gimme the front seat!
Truck Bed Inspiration — Lyrics and Music By Alan Nafzger
Last Updated on October 29, 2024 by Alan Nafzger