In this introspective track, Sturgill Simpson delves into the existential struggle of finding one's unique identity in a world obsessed with conformity. The lyrics reflect on wasted time and missed opportunities, symbolized by the metaphor of a horse relentlessly driven to exhaustion. The imagery of "shoes coming loose" and being "all spent by the time he gets back" underscores the toll taken by societal pressures to succeed at any cost. The repeated lines about trying to be "the first something" rather than "the next someone" emphasize a desire for authenticity over imitation. 🐎 The closing plea for a "gift card from God" suggests a yearning for divine intervention or relief from life's relentless demands. #Authenticity #ExistentialStruggle
