Boomtown — Treaty Oak Revival Lyrics
Soundtrack: Landman
Boomtown Song Lyrics
[Intro]
Well my trailer looks like a liquor store
Or maybe one that just got robbed
Well I've got every bottle you can think of honey
From Crown to Enchanted Rock
And I ain't Keith Whitley and I ain't George Jones
But I damn sure could be the next
And my girlfriend of two months left me last night
I can't remember what I said
Well Goddamn
[Pre-Chorus]
They say people are creatures of habit
I got more habits than I need
Well I dip, drink, and smoke
And I dabble in the coke, and I took up smoking weed
And I don't care if I get cancer, some disease and die today
Because that's just about my only ticket out of Boomtown, USA
[Chorus]
Oh and out here it gets lonesome, and out here it ain't no fun
Living in the desert, and this unpredicted weather
And the forecast is probably more sun
I may get loaded, or go to bed
But I'll still be tired the next day
Cause there ain't no rest for the wicked out here
In Boomtown, USA
Oh yeah
[Verse]
Well I think that I might go crazy
Yeah I think I might go insane
But I'm keeping it together, and I tell myself
"I'm never working in this place again"
Then I see the zeros that the paystub shows
And I'm back to work the next day
Cause they pay me too good for the suffering I do
Out in Boomtown, USA
[Chorus]
Oh Yeah out here it gets lonesome, and out here it ain't no fun
Living in the desert, and this unpredicted weather
And the forecast is probably more sun
I may get f**ked up, or go to bed
But I'll still be tired the next day
Cause there ain't no rest for the wicked out here
In Boomtown, USA
No there ain't no rest for the wicked out here in Boomtown
Track Listing
›La Diabla
Xavi
›No Vacancy
Treaty Oak Revival
›Debtor's Blues
Vincent Neil Emerson
›Take Me Home
Tanner Usrey
›Everlasting Lover
49 Winchester
›Boomtown
Treaty Oak Revival
›The Housefire
Turnpike Troubadours
›Bad Medicine
Whiskey Myers
›Another Bad Apple
Ward Davis
›Make Me Wanna Smoke
Ella Langley
›Mean Old Sun
Turnpike Troubadours
›Snakebite
Brent Cobb
December, 03rd 2024
Song Details and Overview
- Title: Boomtown
- Artist: Treaty Oak Revival
- Album: No Vacancy
- Track Number: 2
- Release Date: January 28, 2021
- Genre: Country
- Producer: Lance Vanley
- Writers: Lance Stuart Vanley & Samuel James Canty
Exploring the meaning of "Boomtown"
Overview
"Boomtown" by Treaty Oak Revival delves into the gritty reality of working and living in an oil town in West Texas. The song's narrator recounts a life of relentless labor, isolation, and indulgence, framed by the barren yet commanding landscape of the desert. Through vivid storytelling, the song captures the paradox of despair and obligation, where financial incentives keep the narrator tethered to a harsh environment.
Meaning and Themes
The track reflects on themes of resilience, survival, and escapism. It portrays the struggles of working-class life in a "boomtown," where economic prosperity often comes at the cost of personal well-being.
- [Intro]
The narrator opens with a description of his trailer that resembles a ransacked liquor store. The imagery immediately sets a tone of chaos and resignation, highlighting a lifestyle centered on coping mechanisms. - [Pre-Chorus]
A reflection on habits that serve as temporary escapes from the monotony and hardships of life. The narrator’s defiance against the consequences of his lifestyle underscores a sense of recklessness born from despair. - [Chorus]
The chorus captures the isolation of desert life and the inevitability of its monotony. The narrator’s exhaustion and inability to find solace reflect a relentless cycle of work and weariness. - [Verse 2]
This verse explores the internal conflict between wanting to leave the harsh conditions of Boomtown and being financially compelled to stay. The "zeros on the paystub" become a bittersweet reminder of why the suffering continues. - [Outro]
The song concludes with a resigned acknowledgment of the unchanging nature of life in Boomtown. The "no rest for the wicked" refrain underscores the ceaseless toil and emotional toll of this existence.
Musical Composition
The instrumentation of "Boomtown" leans on a classic country sound, blending rugged guitar riffs with a steady rhythm that mirrors the relentless grind of life in a boomtown. The raw vocal delivery adds authenticity, drawing the listener into the narrator’s world.
Similar Songs
- Something to Be Proud Of – Montgomery Gentry
- Hard Times – Tyler Childers
- Oil Field Town – Jason Boland & The Stragglers
- Working Man's Blues – Merle Haggard
- West Texas in My Eye – The Panhandlers
Impact and Context
"Boomtown" strikes a chord with those who have experienced the demanding and isolating nature of labor-intensive industries like oil drilling. Its storytelling resonates deeply with listeners who identify with the balance of hardship and financial necessity. The track reflects Treaty Oak Revival’s ability to craft authentic and relatable narratives within the country genre.
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