Railroad of Sin
Railroad of Sin

Sturgill Simpson - Railroad of Sin Lyrics

May 20, 2014
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Railroad of Sin Lyrics

Well they say you live and learn but it really seems more to me
Like all along I've been learning how to live
Well for years I been drifting like a boat lost out at sea
I've been out walking them ties on the railroad of sin

When I'm looking back on my life now at some of the things I done
Makes me wanna hang my head in shame
I was a no good, no account, low down heart breaker
On that railroad of sin I was a high balling train

I'm just a poor boy had to beg, steal, and borrow
Just a leaf blowing lonesome in the wind
I'm just a hitchhiker on that old highway of sorrow
Just a high balling train on that railroad of sin

Well you won't feel it and you won't hear it coming
'Cause when she's rolling slow it don't make a sound
But I got that throttle to ten on the railroad of sin
I'm coming off of the rails and I can't slow it down

I'm just a poor boy had to beg, steal, and borrow
Just a leaf blowing lonesome in the wind
I'm just a hitchhiker on that old highway of sorrow
Just a high balling train on that railroad of sin

Well I'm a poor boy had to beg, steal, and borrow
Just a leaf blowing lonesome in the wind
I'm just a hitchhiker on that old highway of sorrow
Just a high balling train on that railroad of sin

Writer(s): John Sturgill Simpson
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who wrote the song 'Railroad of Sin'?

    'Railroad of Sin' was written by Sturgill Simpson.

  2. On which album can 'Railroad of Sin' be found?

    'Railroad of Sin' is a track from Sturgill Simpson's debut solo album, 'High Top Mountain,' released in 2013.

  3. What genres does Sturgill Simpson typically blend in his music?

    Sturgill Simpson's music often blends traditional country sounds with elements of outlaw country, bluegrass, rock, and psychedelic influences.

  4. Has Sturgill Simpson won any awards for his music?

    Yes, Sturgill Simpson has won several awards. Notably, his third album 'A Sailor's Guide to Earth' won Best Country Album at the 59th Grammy Awards and was also nominated for Album of the Year.

  5. What instruments are prominently featured in 'Railroad of Sin'?

    'Railroad of Sin' features traditional country instrumentation including guitar and steel guitar, contributing to its rich vintage sound reminiscent of artists like Waylon Jennings and Merle Haggard.

  6. Where is Sturgill Simpson from?

    Sturgill Simpson was born in Jackson, Breathitt County, Kentucky. He later moved to various places but has strong ties to Kentucky throughout his life and career.

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