The Back Nine Loudon Wainwright III
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In this game you've got eighteen holes
To shoot your best somehow
Where have all my divots gone
I'm in the back nine now
I got to move on down to that next fairway
Up to that flapping flag
There's a storm formin' overhead
I got to shoulder up that bag
Shoulder up that bag
Shoulder up that bag
Got to move on down to that next fairway
Up to that flapping flag
I used to tote my daddy's bag
When I was a boy
I saw him sweat and I heard him swear
But sometimes he'd whoop for joy
Golf clubs are made of wood and iron
No, no, no, they are not magic wands
And balls fall into sand traps
And balls drop into ponds
Balls drop into ponds
Balls drop into ponds
Golf clubs are made of wood and iron
No they are not magic wands
To shoot your best somehow
Where have all my divots gone
I'm in the back nine now
I got to move on down to that next fairway
Up to that flapping flag
There's a storm formin' overhead
I got to shoulder up that bag
Shoulder up that bag
Shoulder up that bag
Got to move on down to that next fairway
Up to that flapping flag
I used to tote my daddy's bag
When I was a boy
I saw him sweat and I heard him swear
But sometimes he'd whoop for joy
Golf clubs are made of wood and iron
No, no, no, they are not magic wands
And balls fall into sand traps
And balls drop into ponds
Balls drop into ponds
Balls drop into ponds
Golf clubs are made of wood and iron
No they are not magic wands
"The Back Nine" by Loudon Wainwright III, released in 2012, is a folk-infused song reflecting on aging and the passage of time. The lyrics metaphorically compare life to a golf game, emphasizing the inevitability of growing older and the importance of cherishing the present. Key themes include nostalgia, acceptance, and the bittersweet nature of life’s later stages. Musically, the song features Wainwright's signature storytelling style, blending humor with poignant observations. Its relatable message resonates with listeners, making it a significant entry in contemporary folk music. #Folk
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