Story Behind The Song

Somewhat follows the real-life story of Washington Redskins quarterback Patrick Ramsey who got his incredible work ethic from his hard working Father. I added the third verse to carry the feeling forward to the next generation and make it contemporary. It's a message for any time to stick with it and work hard.

Song Description

Rock 'em, sock'em country mover traces 3 generations of hard working country folks and salutes their sheer determination and grit for sticking with the job and being reliable and dependable.

Lyrics

My Daddy worked the oil rigs back in '62, Stayed away for weeks in that Lou'siana Bayou.
Once a month he'd come home and rest for a while, made this little boy one happy child.
I'd say "Daddy, can't you come out and toss the ball in the yard? Why you gotta do this? Why you work so hard? He said:
(Chorus 1)
WE'RE COUNTRY STRONG, WE'RE COUNTRY TOUGH
WE DON'T GIVE IN, WE DON'T GIVE UP.
HARD WORK, WE NEVER MISS A DAY.
WE'RE BUILT TO TAKE IT, THAT'S THE COUNTRY WAY.

I played some rough, tough football for my high school team,
Loved to be outdoors and watch those pretty girls scream.
Lots of times I'd end up with my face down in the dirt,
I'd just jump right up and say, "Naw that don't hurt."
Coach said , "Son, what keeps you goin',you're doin' more than your part.
Why you gotta do this? Why you work so hard?" I said:

(Chorus1)

A teenage boy with freckles carries my last name,
He said "Daddy, I gotta go do my thing. I'm wearin' clothes of khaki for the good ole U.S.A.,
Now don't you worry 'bout me, I'll be back one day."
I said, "Son, we're so proud of you and we know you'll do your best,
We will always love you, you stand out from all the rest. Because:

(Chorus 2)

YOU'RE COUNTRY STRONG, YOU"RE COUNTRY TOUGH
YOU WON'T GIVE IN, YOU WON'T GIVE UP.
HARD WORK, YOU NEVER MISS A DAY,
YOU'RE BUILT TO TAKE IT, THAT'S THE COUNTRY WAY.

(Chorus 1)