I’ve been livin’ on truck stop coffee, cigarettes and vitamin C
It’s a wonder that the devil ain’t caught me
I guess he’s tired of playin’ hide-n-seek
I’ve been drivin’ like I’m struck by lightin’
I think about ya and I start to speed
I might as well be playin’ with matches
In a truckload of gasoline
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If it’s the last thing I do
If it takes me from Tupelo to Timbuktu
If it’s the last thing I do
I’m gonna dodge every roadblock, speed trap and county cop
To get my hands on you
If it’s the last thing I do
Box of chicken and a day old biscuit
Ain’t nothin’ left but a few old bones
I outta stop but I’m gonna risk it
Caffeine got me chewin’ Styrofoam
Girl I’m callin’ out of Kansas City
From a fillin’ station telephone
Just had to tell you what I’ve been thinkin’
First thing I wanna do when I get home
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[BREAK]
Yeah I’ve been drivin’ like I’m struck by lightin’
I think about ya and I start to speed
I might as well be playin’ with matches
In a truckload of gasoline
[CHORUS]
If it’s the last thing I do
If it’s the last thing I do
If it’s the last thing I do
I’m gonna dodge every roadblock, speed trap and country cop to get my hands on you.
Dodge every roadblock, speed trap and country cop to get my hands on you.
I’m gonna dodge every roadblock, speed trap and country cop to get my hands on you
Driven by Love and Determination
“The Last Thing I Do” by Brooks & Dunn is a high-octane anthem that captures the relentless drive of a man desperate to reunite with his love. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of life on the road, fueled by caffeine and grit, with the protagonist willing to face any obstacle that lies between him and the woman he loves. The imagery of speeding through highways, dodging roadblocks, and risking it all underlines the urgency and intensity of his emotions. The recurring line, “If it’s the last thing I do,” becomes a powerful declaration of unwavering commitment, emphasizing that no distance or danger can keep him away.
Song Credits
Artist: Brooks & Dunn
Songwriters: Ronnie Dunn, Terry McBride
Release Year: 2001
Label: Arista Nashville