Echoes on Melvin’s Road

Lyrics

MELVIN’S ROAD
(Country Style) Verse 1
I was born where the rivers run,
Under the shadow of the mountain sun.
A barefoot kid with a restless soul,
Running through the woods with no control. Climbing hills and crossing streams,
Living life inside my dreams.
Mama called, but I’d disappear,
Chasing adventures far from here. Chorus
I’m Melvin, still walking down this road,
Carrying memories and a heavy load.
God gave me enough, and that’s alright,
A roof overhead and peace at night. I ain’t rich, but I ain’t poor,
I’ve learned what living is really for.
Fifty-four years and I’m still free,
Thanking the Lord for the life He’s given me. Verse 2
Back in school I wasn’t the best,
Books and lessons were a real test.
I wasn’t known for straight A’s,
I did things my own stubborn ways. Sometimes rebellious, that’s the truth,
Just a wild-hearted country youth.
But respect was planted deep inside,
A value I still carry with pride. Chorus
I’m Melvin, still walking down this road,
Carrying memories and a heavy load.
God gave me enough, and that’s alright,
A roof overhead and peace at night. I ain’t rich, but I ain’t poor,
I’ve learned what living is really for.
Fifty-four years and I’m still free,
Thanking the Lord for the life He’s given me. Bridge
The years have written lines on my face,
But every one tells a story of grace.
Some people never get old enough to see,
What a blessing these gray hairs can be. I’ve worked hard with my hands and heart,
Doing my duty, playing my part.
And when I look back at where I’ve been,
I’d live it all over again. Verse 3
Now I love long walks through the hills,
Feeling the wind and the country still.
Heading down to the beach at sunset,
Living moments I’ll never forget. I keep on working while I can,
Trusting God’s perfect master plan.
One day He’ll call me home to rest,
But until then I’ll give my best. Final Chorus
I’m Melvin, still walking down this road,
With faith in God wherever I go.
He gave me strength through joy and pain,
And every loss became a gain. I ain’t rich, but I ain’t poor,
I’ve got blessings worth much more.
Fifty-four years and I’m still free,
Living this life God gave to me. Outro
So here’s to the rivers,
The mountains and the sea,
The little wild boy
Who grew up to be me. I’m Melvin…
And this old road still calls my name.