Story Behind The Song
The story involves a guy who let his girlfriend's family scare him off. But he he finds his courage to go back for her by imagining what Clint Eastwood's characters would do to overcome her family's resistance and get her back.
Song Description
The song is an up-tempo country rock tune about finding your courage when times get rough. The track features strong guitar and vocal performances and was recorded and mixed in Nashville.
| Song Length |
2:46 |
Genre |
Country - Rock, Rock - Classic |
| Tempo |
Medium Fast (131 - 150) |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
| Mood |
Composed, In High Spirits |
Subject |
Masculinity, Courage |
| Similar Artists |
The Outlaws, 38 Special |
Language |
English |
| Era |
2000 and later |
| |
Lyrics
CLINT EASTWOOD
Mark Patterson © 2024
I should've never left you behind
That's not what leading men do
But your kin don't want you to be mine
They'd hate to see our dreams come true
But I've got the ultimate advantage these days
I channel a legend and the rebels he portrays
Sometimes you gotta have ice water in your veins
Clint Eastwood has got my back
Whenever times are tough
I summon Josey Wales and the Man with no Name
When things start to get rough
Whenever it's time to man up
Just think what would Harry Callahan do
Clint Eastwood has got my back
And I'm headed back for you
The Pale Rider is ready to ride
Rowdy Yates is gonna tan some hides
The coolest crew since The Duke is on my side
Clint Eastwood has got my back
Whenever times are tough
I summon Josey Wales and the Man with no Name
When things start to get rough
Whenever it's time to man up
Just think what would Harry Callahan do
Clint Eastwood has got my back
And I'm headed back for you
Clint Eastwood has got my back
And I'm headed back for you
And I'm headed back for you
Do you feel lucky
And I'm headed back for you
Do you feel lucky
(Repeat, Fade)