Desperado
Johnny Rodriguez · Run For The Border [2009]
You been out ridin' fences for so long now
Oh you're a hard one, but I know that you got your reasons
These things that are pleasin' you can hurt you somehow
Don't you draw the queen of diamonds, boy
She'll beat you if she's able, queens of heats is always your best bet
Now it seems to me, some fine things have been laid upon your table
But you only want the ones that you can't get
Desperado, woah, you ain't gettin' no younger
Your pain and your hunger, they're drivin' you home
Freedom, oh freedom, well that's just some people talkin'
Your prison is walking through this world all alone
Don't your feet get cold in the winter time?
The sky won't snow and the sun won't shine
It's hard to tell the night time from the day
You're loosin' all your highs and lows
Ain't it funny how the feeling goes away?
Desperado, why don't you come to your senses?
Come down from your fences, open the gate
It may be rainin', but there's a rainbow up above you
You better let somebody love you
Oh you better let somebody love you, before it's too late
About Desperado
Johnny Rodriguez's "Desperado" stands as a defining track within his extensive body of work, capturing the rugged spirit of the American West through a blend of traditional country and rock influences. Released on the 2009 compilation *Run For The Border*, the recording exemplifies Rodriguez's signature style, characterized by his distinctive vocal delivery and storytelling prowess that often drew comparisons to the iconic imagery of the genre. The song reflects a broader era of music where artists sought to revive classic tropes while injecting them with contemporary energy, making it a staple in discussions about the evolution of country-rock. Its enduring popularity highlights Rodriguez's ability to craft narratives that resonate deeply with audiences, cementing his status as a significant figure in the genre's history.