About the song
Let’s journey into the rugged storytelling of Toby Keith’s “Bullets In The Gun”. Released in 2010, this song encapsulates Keith’s mastery of narrative-driven country music, weaving tales of love, loss, and redemption.
Penned by Toby Keith himself alongside Rivers Rutherford, “Bullets In The Gun” is a standout track from Keith’s 2010 album of the same name. This album, much like its predecessors, soared up the charts, securing top positions on various music charts.
“**Bullets In The Gun**” takes listeners on a cinematic journey through the Old West, telling the gripping tale of a gunslinger on the run. With its haunting melodies and evocative lyrics, the song paints a vivid picture of lawless frontier life, drawing listeners into its world of danger and intrigue.
Keith’s rich baritone vocals lend gravitas to the narrative, bringing the characters to life with every note. As the story unfolds, listeners are captivated by the protagonist’s struggles and ultimately, his fate.
This song showcases Keith’s prowess as both a songwriter and a storyteller, earning praise from fans and critics alike. Its compelling narrative and infectious melodies make it a standout track in Keith’s extensive catalog.
So, whether you’re a fan of classic country storytelling or simply enjoy a good yarn, “Bullets In The Gun” is sure to captivate and entertain. Join Toby Keith on a journey through the Wild West with this timeless tale of love and survival.
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Lyrics
They used to call me lightening
I was always quick to strike
Had everything I own
In the saddles on my bike
I had a reputation
For never staying very long
Just like a wild and restless drifter
Like a cowboy in a song
I met a dark haired beauty
Where they lay the whiskey down
In southern Arizona
In a little border town
She had to dance for money
In that dusty old saloon
I dropped a dollar in the jukebox
Played that girl a tune, yeah
Never see it comin’
It just hits you by surprise
It’s that cold place in your soul
And the fire in her eyes
Makes you come together
Like wild horses when they run
Now the cards are on the table and
The bullets in the gun
She was sittin’ on my lap
We still had shots to kill
When a man pulled up
Who owned the bar
In a Cadillac Deville
He grabbed her by her raven hair
And threw her on the floor
Said no free ride for the cowboys
That ain’t what I pay you for
She jumped up and grabbed my pistol
Stuck it in the fat man’s back
Said open up the safe
And put your money in the sack
Then tied his hands behind him
And put a blindfolded on his eyes
Said if you’re dumb enough to chase us man
You’re dumb enough to die
Never see it comin’
It just hits you by surprise
It’s that cold place in your soul
And the fire in her eyes
It makes you come together
Like wild horses when they run
Now the cards are on the table and
The bullets in the gun, yeah
We rode across the border
Down into Mexico
When you’re runnin’ from the law
Ain’t that where everybody goes
We came to a town
With a name I couldn’t spell
She gave me what I came for
In that Mexican motel
I woke to the sound of sirens and
The sound of running feet
There were fifty Federales
Locked and loaded in the street
She grabbed my 44
I grabbed the money in the sack
She kissed me for the last time
And we headed out the back
Every gun was on us
And every heartbeat pounded
The only thing that’s left to do
When they got you all surrounded
She fired that old pistol
But we didn’t stand a prayer
Money hit the gravel
Man, bullets filled the air
You never see it comin’
‘Til it hits you by surprise
It’s that cold place in your soul
And the fire in her eyes
Makes you come together
Like wild horses when they run
Now the cards are on the table and
And the bullets in the gun
The bullets in the gun
The bullets in the gun
The bullets in the gun