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Roadies’ Song Lyrics
[Verse 1]
An empty space, a cold dark room
You say hello and look for food
The coffee's strong to get you there
The clock is ticking, no time to spare
Rig the lights, build the sound
Run the cables, check the ground
[Pre-Chorus]
Haul the gear, set the stage
It's never easy to earn our wage
[Chorus]
Sixteen beds inside the bus
Step inside, be one of us
A roadie's life is what we choose
And the wheels keep rolling on
[Verse 2]
Seven nights, seven days
Hauling gear, this is your way
Another town, it never stops
Keep moving on till you're fit to drop
We fall asleep to the sound of the road
On through the night we move the load
[Pre-Chorus]
We're like a family with ups and downs
But in the end, it all calms down
[Chorus]
Sixteen beds inside the bus
Step inside, be one of us
A roadie's life is what we choose
And the wheels keep rolling on
[Guitar Solo]
[Verse 3]
A gypsy's way is what they choose
Not for all but a chosen few
They sacrifice a normal life
To tour the world with no end in sight
[Pre-Chorus]
They live their life to keep the faith
And get the band up on the stage
Move the gear, rig the lights
Check the sound, this is their life
[Chorus]
Sixteen beds inside the bus
It's where we live, be one of us
A roadie's life is what we choose
And the wheels keep rolling on
A roadie's life is what they choose
And the wheels keep rolling on
An empty space, a cold dark room
You say hello and look for food
The coffee's strong to get you there
The clock is ticking, no time to spare
Rig the lights, build the sound
Run the cables, check the ground
Haul the gear, set the stage
It's never easy to earn our wage
Sixteen beds inside the bus
Step inside, be one of us
A roadie's life is what we choose
And the wheels keep rolling on
Seven nights, seven days
Hauling gear, this is your way
Another town, it never stops
Keep moving on till you're fit to drop
We fall asleep to the sound of the road
On through the night we move the load
We're like a family with ups and downs
But in the end, it all calms down
Sixteen beds inside the bus
Step inside, be one of us
A roadie's life is what we choose
And the wheels keep rolling on
A gypsy's way is what they choose
Not for all but a chosen few
They sacrifice a normal life
To tour the world with no end in sight
They live their life to keep the faith
And get the band up on the stage
Move the gear, rig the lights
Check the sound, this is their life
Sixteen beds inside the bus
It's where we live, be one of us
A roadie's life is what we choose
And the wheels keep rolling on
A roadie's life is what they choose
And the wheels keep rolling on
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This track is both a tribute and a realistic portrayal of the roadies's lifestyle and revolves around the dedication, camaraderie, and challenges faced by these unsung heroes of live music, highlighting both the excitement and the grueling nature of the job. They work behind the scenes to ensure that concerts go off without a hitch, sacrificing a stable home life in exchange for the thrill of touring and the joy of being part of a larger family. Ultimately capturing the spirit of adventure and loyalty that binds these individuals together as they keep the wheels turning in the world of music.