White Freight Liner Blues (Nashville Sessions) Townes Van Zandt

"White Freight Liner Blues" by Townes Van Zandt, released in 1978, is a #Folk song that explores themes of longing, addiction, and the struggles of a wandering life. The lyrics convey a sense of melancholy and yearning for freedom, with a narrative about a truck driver. Its unique blend of poignant storytelling and emotive guitar work has influenced many artists, solidifying Van Zandt's legacy in Americana music.

[Verse 1]
I'm goin' out on the highway
Listen to them big trucks whine
I'm goin' out on the highway
Listen to them big trucks whine
Ah White Freightliner
Won't you steal away my mind

[Verse 2]
Well New Mexico ain't bad, Lord
And the people there they treat you kind
Well New Mexico ain't bad, Lord
And the people there they treat you kind
Ah White Freightliner
Won't you steal away my mind

[Instrumental break]

[Verse 3]
Well, it's bad news from Houston
Half my friends are dying
Well, it's bad news from Houston
Half my friends are dying
White Freightliner
Won't you steal away my mind

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