Where Rainbows Never Die
The Steeldrivers · Other Songs - The Steeldrivers
I'm an old man now
I can't do nothing
Young folks don't pay me no mind
But in my day I sure was something
Before I felt the heavy hand of time
I'm an old man now
I'm bound for glory
Time to lay these burdens down
Had enough of this old world of worry
Gonna trade my troubles for a crown
(Chorus)
I will make my way across the fields of cotton
And wade through muddy waters one last time
And in my dreams I come out clean
When I reach the other side
Waste away the sunsets
Where rainbows never die
I've got on last thing to do
One more mile before I'm through
Casting off these earthly chains
Going where theres no more pain
(chorus)
I'm an old man now
Can't do nothing
Young folks don't pay me no mind
I can't do nothing
Young folks don't pay me no mind
But in my day I sure was something
Before I felt the heavy hand of time
I'm an old man now
I'm bound for glory
Time to lay these burdens down
Had enough of this old world of worry
Gonna trade my troubles for a crown
(Chorus)
I will make my way across the fields of cotton
And wade through muddy waters one last time
And in my dreams I come out clean
When I reach the other side
Waste away the sunsets
Where rainbows never die
I've got on last thing to do
One more mile before I'm through
Casting off these earthly chains
Going where theres no more pain
(chorus)
I'm an old man now
Can't do nothing
Young folks don't pay me no mind
Where Rainbows Never Die
The Steeldrivers' 'Where Rainbows Never Die' stands as a quintessential example of their signature blend of Southern rock and country storytelling. Recorded during the late 1990s, the track exemplifies the band's ability to weave atmospheric guitar work with narrative lyrics that explore themes of resilience and hope. As a staple of their discography, the song reflects the era's shift toward polished, radio-friendly country-rock while maintaining the band's roots in traditional Southern sound. Its enduring appeal lies in its melodic structure and the band's consistent vocal delivery, making it a defining piece of their catalog that resonates with fans of classic country-rock music.