Inspiration for Moving Day (part II)
We moved some big pieces of furniture last night. Tonight, we plan on moving the rest of the big pieces (beds, dressers, etc.). In light of this, I have decided to post the lyrics to a song by A-180, who is now known as Audio Adrenaline. I never knew why they never recorded it once they signed a record deal. Most of the people who knew the song loved it.
I always wanted to sing this song at a Philmont campfire, because the lyrics are about perseverance – something you need midway through the 10-day trek. Ten years ago this summer, I finally had the opportunity to sing it one time with the great Andy Gerhart. It was a highlight of my Philmont experience…
Strong Back
Noonday sun’s a-rainin’ down on my Daddy
He’s working hard to plant the seeds
Dirt’s getting harder
And the roads are getting longer
And his feet, they’re starting to bleed.
Keep pushin’
Keep pushin’ the plow
I know you’ll never ever turn back
Keep your heart in the soil
And your eyes on the horizon
Cause the Reaper’s Train’s a-comin down the track
Chorus
Strong back
And a weak will
Lord, I pray You give me a strong, strong back
And I will give You my will
Now my fears lay barren before me
Seems the weeds have overcome
The burden’s heavy
Heavy on my shoulders
On my back is a burnin’ sun
Keep pushin’
Keep pushin’ the plow
Like Daddy’s done seasons before
I cry for help from my brothers
And all of my sisters
Seems the harvest time’s a-comin faster than before
Chorus
Daddy, Daddy,
I wish You were here now
To work beside me in the rain
Daddy, Daddy,
I wish You were here now
Daddy, Daddy,
Ease my pain
Ease my pain
Chorus
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Strong Back
I love that you used to keep me up to date on Christian music. Reading the words to this song brings back fond memories for me too. Love It!
tealady