Adam Cain - Walnut Ridge Lyrics

Horns sound my name as the gates of heaven open
My lips sound out words that I have never spoken
My toes are past the edge as I look down below
And think about my family and friends that I have known
And I vaguely remember that one time that my father grabbed my legs
And threw me on the carpet with gin on his breath
I heard my mother screaming as she grabbed his tiny arm
And fell to her knees to beg forgiveness for her son

Black and blue are fairer now
And red is the color rusted towels
And I know I will be with you soon
When my flesh dives into that black bayou

The wind blows harshly as I balance on the edge
My feet are closer now than they have ever been
I pray to hear you calling and absolve me of my sins
But I hear no voice I see no point in dying as you did

Black and blue are fairer now
And red goes the stones when they hit the ground
And I know I will be with you soon
Somehow we'll meet in this black bayou

Black and blue are fairer now
And red is the day when you broke your vow
And I swear I'll come back to this bridge
But I can't stay here in Walnut Ridge