Story Behind The Song
The man in this story is a man of few words. The song reveals details about his character. He does not feel that he is good with words and emotions so when it comes time to propose to his girlfriend he does it with a letter and the ring.
Song Description
I fellow that isn't good with word hands his girl and letter and a ring to propose to her.
| Song Length |
3:21 |
Genre |
Country - General |
| Tempo |
Medium Slow (91 - 110) |
Mood |
Composed, Welcoming |
| Subject |
Anger, Gourmet Food |
Similar Artists |
Brooks & Dunn, Willie Nelson |
| Language |
English |
Era |
2000 and later |
Lyrics
STRONG AND SILENT
I’m not good with words when they’re spoken
They come out wrong for me, they come out broken
So I’ll just watch you, try and read your lips
As, you read this letter and unwrap this gift
Sitting there, I feel your spirit lift
The waiting’s over
The wondering’s through
I’ve finally popped the question
And now it’s up to you
I’m not one for speeches
But it won’t take too many words to say
This strong and silent man
Wants to be your fiancée
Just like any other middle kid in a big family
I hold my playin’ cards pretty close to me
But I’ve got feelings bigger than the sea
I kinda keep them bottled up so they don’t wash over me
Guys like me say it with jewelery
Chorus
Where I come from a man never cries
You just take that feeling, you hold it deep inside
You don’t make a promise you can’t stand behind
Where I come from, that’s just the bottom line
That’s why I know it’s time
Chorus
© 2003 Steve Mitchell
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