Heading South
Roy Orbison · Other Songs - Roy Orbison
to walk along a lonely country lane
To spend some time with that woman of mine, heading south, heading south
Things look bright and I feel alright yeah I'm heading south
Heading south to see the sun go down on camp fire light,to
join the singing at night
Heading south to cotton rows and honeysuckle bloom
under the cumberland moon heading south, heading south
Give me room to travel on my way to a place where dreams all fade away
where the river flows and tobacco grows heading south heading south
Cause the sun is hot and people love a lot yeah I'm heading south
Heading south to see the sun go down on camp fire light,
to join the singing at night
Heading south to cotton rows and honeysuckle bloom
under the cumberland moon
Heading south, heading south
Heading South
Roy Orbison's "Heading South" stands as a quintessential example of his mid-1960s rock and roll output, characterized by his signature deep, resonant vocals and dramatic, sweeping guitar arrangements. The track exemplifies the genre's evolution during this period, blending the raw energy of rock with Orbison's unique emotional depth and theatrical flair. While often associated with his broader catalog of heartbreak ballads and dance-floor anthems, this recording captures the specific sonic texture of his work in the early 1960s, showcasing his ability to craft memorable melodies that defined the era's sound. The song remains a testament to his enduring influence on rock music, highlighting the power of his vocal delivery and the atmospheric production that became his hallmark.