"Northern Thunder" is a new English song by Zach Bryan, released independently on Zach Bryan's YouTube channel. The song is part of Zach Bryan's album "The Great American Bar Scene," which he also wrote and produced, and was released on… Read More
Northern Thunder Lyrics
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[Verse]
Lovesick, homesick, sick of the road, too
There's a reason all them boys back when sang the blues
And please don't ask me how these last years went
Mama, I made a million dollars on accident
Well, I was supposed to die a military man
Chest out too far with a drink in my hand
But I've got folks who like hearin' me rhyme
I think of thunder under metal roofs, all the time
Why's everyone actin' like they ain't human?
Take me back to green grass and knowin' what I's doin'
'Cause I just need a friend right now
Sittin' close until the daylight's out
It ain't been my week, it ain't been my year
And I hate to admit I just need you here
[Chorus]
So close your eyes, do you think of when you's younger?
Won't you rest your mind?
Smell that northern thunder
So close your eyes, I pray you see those memories
The way this life blackens all the things you used to be
So close your eyes, do you think when you's younger?
Rest your mind and smell that northern thunder
Won't you close your eyes? Think of what this used to be
The way this life blackens all your younger memories
[Outro]
Lovesick, homesick, sick of the road too
There's a reason all them boys back when sang the blues
[Verse: Zach Bryan]
In the first verse, Zach Bryan expresses his emotional turmoil and longing for a sense of belonging, juxtaposing his unexpected career path with a yearning for the simplicity of his past. He reflects on the disconnect between his current success and his personal struggles, highlighting the human need for companionship and understanding during difficult times.
[Chorus]
The chorus emphasizes the song's central theme of nostalgia and longing for the past. It encourages listeners to close their eyes and reconnect with memories of youth, suggesting that these memories hold the key to finding peace amidst life's challenges. The reference to "northern thunder" evokes powerful sensory imagery, suggesting that revisiting cherished memories can provide comfort and clarity in the face of uncertainty.
[Outro]
The outro echoes the sentiments of the opening verse, reinforcing the themes of homesickness and the blues, suggesting that these emotions are universal and timeless.
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About Song
"Northern Thunder" is a new English song by Zach Bryan, released independently on Zach Bryan's YouTube channel. The song is part of Zach Bryan's album "The Great American Bar Scene," which he also wrote and produced, and was released on July 4, 2024.
The lyrics of "Northern Thunder" explore themes of longing for home, nostalgia, and the challenges of life on the road. Zach Bryan opens the song with a raw depiction of feeling lovesick and homesick, reflecting on the hardships he has faced in recent years despite unexpected financial success. He yearns for simplicity and a return to familiarity, contrasting his current life with a desire for the comfort of home and understanding. The chorus intensifies these themes, urging listeners to reminisce about their youthful innocence and to find solace in memories amidst the turbulence of life. The repeated imagery of "northern thunder" serves as a metaphor for both nostalgia and resilience, symbolizing the powerful and enduring memories that sustain him through difficult times.
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The "Northern Thunder" song is sung by Zach Bryan.
The "Northern Thunder" song by Zach Bryan lyrics was written by Zach Bryan.
The "Northern Thunder" song by Zach Bryan was produced by Zach Bryan.
Zach Bryan released "Northern Thunder" song on Jul 4, 2024.
