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Artist/Band: Lyle Lovett
Lyrics for Song: That's Right (You're Not From Texas)
Lyrics for Album: Live in Texas [MCA] [1999]



You say you're not from Texas

Man as if I couldn't tell

You think you pull your boots on right

And wear your hat so well.



So pardon me my laughter

'Cause I sure do understand

Even Moses got excited

When he saw the promised land.



That's right you're not from Texas

That's right you're not from Texas

That's right you're not from Texas

But Texas wants you anyway.



That's right you're not from Texas

That's right you're not from Texas

That's right you're not from Texas

But Texas wants you anyway.



See I was born and raised in Texas

And it means so much to me

Though my girl comes from down in Georgia

We were up in Tennessee.



And as we were driving down the highway

She asked me baby what's so great

How come you're always going on

About your Lone Star State.



I said that's right you're not from Texas

That's right you're not from Texas

That's right you're not from Texas

But Texas wants you anyway.



That's right you're not from Texas

That's right you're not from Texas

That's right you're not from Texas

But Texas wants you anyway.



Oh the road it looked so lovely

As she stood there on the side

And she grew smaller in my mirror

As I watched her wave goodbye.



Those boys from Carolina

They sure enough could sing

But when they came on down to Texas

We all showed them how to swing.



Now David's on the radio

And old Champ's still on the guitar

And Uncle Walt he's home with Heidi

Hiding in her loving arms.



That's right you're not from Texas

That's right you're not from Texas

That's right you're not from Texas

But Texas wants you anyway.



That's right you're not from Texas

That's right you're not from Texas

That's right you're not from Texas

But Texas wants you anyway.



They're OK in Oklahoma

Up in Arkansas they're fair

But those old folks in Missouri

They don't even know you're there.



But at a dance hall down in Texas

That's the finest place to be

The women they all look beautiful

And their men will buy your beer for free.



And they'll say that's right you're not from Texas

That's right you're not from Texas

That's right you're not from Texas

But Texas wants you anyway.



That's right you're not from Texas

That's right you're not from Texas

That's right you're not from Texas

But Texas wants you anyway.



So won't you let me help you Mister

Just pull your hat down the way I do

And buy your pants just a little longer

And next time somebody laughs at you.



You just tell 'em you're not from Texas

That's right you're not from Texas

That's right you're not from Texas

But Texas wants you anyway.



That's right you're not from Texas

That's right you're not from Texas

That's right you're not from Texas

But Texas wants you anyway...


That's Right (You're Not From Texas)

Lyle Lovett's 'That's Right (You're Not From Texas)' captures the distinct wit and regional pride that define much of his songwriting. Recorded for the 1999 live album Live in Texas, the track showcases Lovett's ability to blend traditional country storytelling with a sharp, observational humor. As a staple of his live performances, the song highlights his mastery of the genre through a conversational delivery that resonates with audiences familiar with the state's cultural quirks. Lovett's discography often explores the nuances of American life, and this recording stands as a testament to his enduring connection to his home state. The performance reflects the warmth and authenticity found throughout his extensive body of work, cementing his status as a vital voice in contemporary country and Americana music.


Album Lyrics: Live in Texas [MCA] [1999]


Lyle Lovett
"Live in Texas [MCA] [1999]"


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6. Nobody Knows Me
7. North Dakota
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