Lyric discussion by alexharbin 

Cover art for Midland lyrics by Mountain Goats, The

i grew up in west texas, particularly the odessa/midland area. this song is an apt description of the isolated landscape -- it's completely flat and empty and hot and the sky is enormous, making the sunsets last all night. the character is inviting this person out there because it's literally getting away from everything and he's learned to appreciate the beauty in the little things.