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Introduction
“Only Daddy That’ll Walk the Line” isn’t just another country tune; it’s a bold declaration wrapped in the swagger of Waylon Jennings’ unmistakable voice. This song has a way of grabbing you right from the start with its driving rhythm and that undeniable sense of rebellion that Waylon made his own. It’s the kind of track that makes you want to tap your foot and nod along, even if you’ve heard it a hundred times before.
Waylon’s delivery here is nothing short of commanding—he’s telling you a story, and you’d better listen. The song is all about standing firm, not letting anyone push you around, and doing things your way. It’s that defiant streak that makes it resonate so deeply with anyone who’s ever felt the need to stand up for themselves.
The electric guitar twang and the steady beat are like the heartbeat of the song, driving the message home with every note. There’s something almost hypnotic about it, the way it rolls on with that relentless energy. And Waylon, well, he sounds like a man who’s been down a few rough roads but isn’t about to let that slow him down.
But beyond the music, there’s a certain attitude here—a kind of confidence that’s infectious. It’s the perfect anthem for anyone who’s ever felt like they were the only one holding the line, the only one willing to do what needs to be done. And maybe that’s why it’s endured for so long—because it’s not just a song; it’s a statement.
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Lyrics
I didn’t say it
Y’all have a good time
Do what you want to
Everybody knows you’ve been steppin’ on my toes
And I’m gettin’ pretty tired of it
Steppin’ out of line
And a-messin’ with my mind
If you had any sense, you’d quit
‘Cause ever since you were a little bitty teeny girl
You said I was the only man in this whole world
Now you better do some thinkin’, then you’ll find
You got the only daddy that’ll walk the line
You keep a-packin’ up my clothes, nearly everybody knows
That you’re still just a-puttin’ me on
But when I start a-walkin’
Gonna hear you start a-squawkin’
And a-beggin’ me to come back home
‘Cause ever since you were a little bitty scrawny girl
You said I was the only man in this whole world
You better do some thinkin’, then you’ll find
You got the only daddy that’ll walk the line
You got the only daddy that’ll walk the line