Lineman For The County
Glen Campbell · Other Songs - Glen Campbell
Writed by Jimmy Webb
I am a lineman for the county.
And I drive the mainroad.
Lookin' in the sun for another overload.
I hear you singing in the wire.
Chorus 1
I can hear you thru the whine.
And the Wichita Lineman,
is still on the line.
I know I need a small vacation.
But it don't look like rain.
And if it snows that stretch down south,
won't ever stand the strain.
And I need you more than want you.
Chorus 2
And I want you for all time.
And the Wichita Lineman,
is still on the line.
(Lead, then Repeat last chorus)
I am a lineman for the county.
And I drive the mainroad.
Lookin' in the sun for another overload.
I hear you singing in the wire.
Chorus 1
I can hear you thru the whine.
And the Wichita Lineman,
is still on the line.
I know I need a small vacation.
But it don't look like rain.
And if it snows that stretch down south,
won't ever stand the strain.
And I need you more than want you.
Chorus 2
And I want you for all time.
And the Wichita Lineman,
is still on the line.
(Lead, then Repeat last chorus)
Lineman For The County
Glen Campbell's "Lineman For The County" stands as a poignant tribute to the rural American experience, blending his signature acoustic guitar work with the storytelling prowess of Jimmy Webb. Recorded in the mid-1960s, the track exemplifies the folk-rock revival's focus on authentic, down-to-earth narratives. Campbell's delivery captures the quiet dignity and resilience of the lineman profession, avoiding melodrama in favor of a sincere, narrative-driven approach. The song's enduring appeal lies in its ability to humanize labor and celebrate the overlooked heroes of the countryside, cementing Campbell's reputation as a master of acoustic storytelling during a pivotal era in music history.