I Want To Be A Cowboy's Sweetheart
Nickel Creek · Little Cowpoke
I want to learn to rope and to ride
I want to ride o'er the plains and the deserts
Out west of that great divide
I want to hear the coyotes howlin'
While the sun sinks in the West
I want to be a cowboy's sweetheart
That's the life I love the best
(Yodeling)
I want to ride Old Paint goin' at a run
I want to feel the wind in my face
A thousand miles from all the city lights
Goin' a cowhand's pace
I want to pillow my head near the sleeping herd
While the moon shines down from above
I want to strum my guitar and yodelay-hee-hoo
Oh that's the life that I love
(Yodeling)
I want to be a cowboy's sweetheart
I want to learn to rope and to ride
I want to ride o'er the plains and the deserts
Out west of that great divide
I want to hear the coyotes howlin'
While the sun sinks in the West
I want to be a cowboy's sweetheart
That's the life I love the best
(Yodeling)
About I Want To Be A Cowboy's Sweetheart
Nickel Creek's "I Want To Be A Cowboy's Sweetheart" stands as a standout track from their 2011 album *Little Cowpoke*, blending traditional country storytelling with the group's signature acoustic folk sound. The song captures the romantic idealism often found in Western narratives, featuring the band's characteristic blend of mandolin, fiddle, and vocals that defines their discography. As part of their broader catalog of Americana and folk music, the recording reflects Nickel Creek's ability to reinterpret classic themes through a contemporary lens while maintaining an authentic connection to their roots. It remains a notable example of their work during the early 2010s, showcasing their skill in weaving narrative-driven lyrics with intricate instrumental arrangements that have earned them a respected place in the modern folk revival.