Empty Saddles
Sons Of The Pioneers · Empty Saddles [MCA] [1985]
There's a breeze, though the wind has died
Though I'm alone in the old corral
Seems there is someone at my side
Empty saddles in the old corral
Where do you ride tonight?
Are you roundin' up the dogies, the strays of long ago
Are you on the trail of buffalo?
Empty saddles in the old corral
Where do you ride tonight?
Are there rustlers on the border, or a band of Navajo
Are you headin' for the Alamo?
Empty guns covered with rust
Where do you talk tonight?
Empty boots covered with dust
Where do you walk tonight?
Empty saddles in the old corral
My tears will be dried tonight
If you'll only say I'm lonely as you carry my old pal
Empty saddles in the old corral
There is no smoke, still the fires burn,
There's no song, still I hear guitars,
There is no dust, still the ghosts return
Softly to vanish through the bars
Empty Saddles
Sons of the Pioneers' "Empty Saddles" stands as a quintessential example of traditional Western swing, blending acoustic guitar with the distinctive harmonies of the group. Recorded in 1985, the track captures the enduring appeal of the genre, reflecting the themes of the open road and the cowboy lifestyle that defined the artists' career. As part of their discography, the song exemplifies the group's ability to reinterpret classic country material with a polished, radio-friendly sound that bridged the gap between traditional roots and modern country rock. The recording showcases the band's signature style, characterized by lively fiddle work and vocal interplay that has made their work a staple in collections of American folk and country music.