Story Behind The Song

I'm not sure...just got the idea one night when I started trying to imagine what some folks must have to go through when they are apart.

Song Description

Workin' a long way from the one you love is tough on both of you. This song talks about a highly anticipated reunion.

Lyrics

I'm Takin' The Short Way Home by Glenn Warren

The Louisiana oil fields are a long long way from you;
To find a job, sometimes a man's got to go where he don't want to;
This job is finally over...Today, when I draw my pay..
I'm gonna hit the road...and if a tire don't blow...
I'll be back in your arms to stay.

Chorus: I called to tell you...I'm Takin' The Short Way Home...
Don't plan no welcome party; I want us to be alone;
Now, we're wastin' precious time here on the phone...
Hang up...Baby...I'm Takin' The Short Way Home.

Yes, it sure is good to hear your voice...but talk will have to wait;
Every minute on the phone...is a mile of interstate;
No, my old car can't go as fast as a big jet plane can fly...
But even though,,,I'll be flyin' low...I'll be makin' record time.

Chorus: I called to tell you...I'm Takin' The Short Way Home...
Don't plan no welcome party; I want us to be alone;
Now, we're wastin' precious time here on the phone...
Hang up...Baby...I'm Takin' The Short Way Home.

Bridge: Baby, you've gotta be strong enough to say goodbye...
I could never hang up...knowin' you're still on the line;

Chorus: I called to tell you...I'm Takin' The Short Way Home...
Don't plan no welcome party; I want us to be alone;
Now, we're wastin' precious time here on the phone...
Hang up...Baby...I'm Takin' The Short Way Home.

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