Hello Miss Heartbroke
Sit your sweet self down
It’s good to see your dancin’ feet back out on the town
Rumor has it you’ve had trouble with your man
I’ve had trouble of my own, I think I understand
[Chorus:]
We’ll put out your old flame
We’ll build a bigger fire
I’ll pick up where he let you down and take you so much higher
And if his memory comes around
And you think you still care
We’ll burn that bridge when we get there
Come on let your hair down we’ll have us a time
He had his chance with you now all I want is mine
Give me half an hour or just a dance or two
And you’ll forget old what’s his name and how he walked out on you
[Repeat chorus twice]
We’ll burn that bridge when we get there
Burn it down baby
Embracing New Beginnings Amid Heartache
“We’ll Burn That Bridge” by Brooks & Dunn is a spirited anthem for anyone ready to move past a broken relationship and embrace new possibilities. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of two people, both nursing heartbreak, finding comfort and adventure in each other’s company. With lines like “We’ll put out your old flame / We’ll build a bigger fire,” the song emphasizes leaving old wounds behind and focusing on the excitement of what’s next. The playful phrase “We’ll burn that bridge when we get there” cleverly inverts the usual saying, signaling a carefree, spontaneous approach to love and the willingness to face emotional hurdles only if and when they arise.
Song Credits
Artist: Brooks & Dunn
Songwriters: Ronnie Dunn, Don Cook
Release Year: 1993
Label: Arista Nashville