About The Song
The Oak Ridge Boys… just the name evokes memories, doesn’t it? For those of us who’ve lived a bit, their music is more than just a tune – it’s a comforting echo of simpler times. With their signature four-part harmonies and a knack for storytelling, they’ve carved a special place in the hearts of country and gospel music lovers alike. And their song, “That Ole Gravel Road Was Easy Street,” is a perfect example of their enduring appeal.
This isn’t just another country song; it’s a reflection on life, on perspective, and on the wisdom that comes with age. The title itself is a clever play on words, isn’t it? At first glance, you might think it’s about a tough journey, a “gravel road.” But as the song unfolds, you realize it’s about how our viewpoints shift as we grow older. What once seemed difficult, a “gravel road,” now appears as “easy street” in the rearview mirror of life.
The Oak Ridge Boys, with their decades of experience, deliver this message with a sincerity that resonates deeply. You can hear the warmth in their voices, the shared understanding of life’s ups and downs. It’s like sitting on the porch with old friends, reminiscing about the past and finding comfort in the present.
The song’s melody is gentle, easy on the ears, and the lyrics are thoughtful, prompting you to ponder your own life’s journey. It’s a reminder that challenges are a part of life, but they also shape us, make us stronger, and give us a deeper appreciation for the good times.
In “That Ole Gravel Road Was Easy Street,” The Oak Ridge Boys aren’t just singing; they’re sharing a slice of their own lives, their own reflections. And in doing so, they invite us to reflect on our own. It’s a song that speaks to the heart, a testament to the power of music to connect us across generations.
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When I was eight years oldI tried to leave the farmI flew a homemade planeOut of the loft of the barnIf I could go back nowYou couldn’t pay me to leave‘Cause that old gravel road was easy streetWe were a four dog familyWith some dreams and a flat-bed truckThat ole school bus would rattle and shakeWhen it would pick us upThose creek bank rocks were hard on our feetBut that ole gravel road was easy streetThat ole gravel road was easy streetThey used to say we were poorBut we were rich as we could beWe were down on our luckBut we were up to our necks in homemade loveThat ole gravel road was easy streetI thought having it made was growing upMovin’ off to town, getting’ marriedAnd going to work but those sidewalksAin’t all they’re cracked up to beThat ole gravel road was easy street