That's Where I Draw the Line
Randy Travis · This Is Me [1994]
Hope you didn't burn too many bridges
On your way back to haunt my heart
'Cause it's safe behind these stones and ridges
You know how us healin' victims are
I take comfort where I find it
In the neon and the crowds
I guess someone like me designed it
This place where old flames aren't allowed
There's a border you can't cross
There's a wall that you can't climb
The space is drawn too wide
Between your world and mine
You've already broke my heart
And I won't let you break my mind
As far as your memory goes
That's where I draw the line
--- Instrumental ---
I'll bet this isn't how you planned it
I've picked myself up off the ground
These legs are shakin', but they're standin'
And I won't let you knock me down
There's a border you can't cross
There's a wall that you can't climb
The space is drawn too wide
Between your world and mine
You've already broke my heart
I won't let you break my mind
As far as your memory goes
That's where I draw the line
That's where I draw the line...
About That's Where I Draw the Line
Randy Travis's "That's Where I Draw the Line" stands as a defining anthem of the 1994 country music revival, capturing the raw emotional tension of a relationship at its breaking point. Recorded for his album *This Is Me*, the track exemplifies Travis's signature ability to blend traditional country storytelling with a polished, radio-ready production that bridged the gap between classic and contemporary sounds. The song's narrative focuses on the finality of a decision made in love, utilizing Travis's distinctive vocal delivery to convey both vulnerability and resolve. As a staple of his discography, the recording helped solidify his status as a leading figure in the genre during the mid-1990s, influencing a generation of artists who sought to bring authentic emotional depth to mainstream country music. Its enduring popularity reflects the universal appeal of themes regarding commitment and the moment a relationship reaches its natural conclusion.