Motorcycle Mama

Neil Young · Come's A Time [1978]

Motorcycle Mama

Won't you lay your big spike down

Motorcycle Mama

Won't you lay your big spike down

I always get in trouble

when you bring it round

Motorcycle Mama

Won't you lay it down.

I'm runnin',

I'm runnin', I'm runnin'

Down the proud highway

Yeah, I'm runnin',

I'm runnin', I'm runnin'

Down the proud highway

And as long as I keep movin'

I won't need a place to stay.

Motorcycle Mama

Won't you lay your big spike down

Motorcycle Mama

Won't you lay your big spike down

I always get in trouble

when you bring that round

Motorcycle Mama

Won't you lay it down.

Well I'm here to deliver

I hope you can read my mail

I just escaped last night

From the memory county jail

I see your box is open

And you flag is up

My message is ready

If there's time enough.

Motorcycle Mama

Won't you lay your big spike down

Motorcycle Mama

Won't you lay your big spike down

I always get in trouble

when you bring it round

Motorcycle Mama

Won't you lay it down.

Motorcycle Mama

Neil Young's 'Motorcycle Mama' stands as a vibrant song in his extensive discography, showcasing the artist's signature blend of rock and folk sensibilities. Released on the 1978 album Comes a Time, the track captures Young's enduring ability to craft narratives that feel both personal and universally relatable. The song reflects the energetic spirit often found in his work from this era, balancing acoustic warmth with a driving rhythm that invites listeners into its story. As part of a prolific body of work, this recording highlights Young's versatility and his consistent exploration of themes ranging from freedom to human connection. It remains a notable piece for fans appreciating the depth and variety within his musical catalogue.