(Verse 1) Well, I packed my bags, said goodbye to the farm, Left my dog, ol' Duke with a worried charm. Traded my boots for some shiny new shoes, Thought the bright lights could chase away my blues. (Verse 2) Got off the bus, man, what a sight, A million folks, all movin' fast, not polite. I sniffed that city air, it smelled like fries, But all I could think was of grandma's pies. (Chorus) Oh, big city dreams, they shine so bright, But sometimes they hide the simple light. From clowns at kid parties to fast food schemes, I'm just a country kid chasing silly dreams. (Verse 3) Now I took a job at a burger joint, Flippin' patties while I tried to disappoint. Saw a clown walk in, face smeared with cake, Said, "Man, I just dropped my balloon, for heaven's sake!" (Verse 4) He told me stories 'bout a kid's birthday bash, Where he tripped on his big shoes, went right down with a crash. Kid's laughter turned to tears, and the clown lost his pride, With a squeaky nose and a sad song, he sighed. (Chorus) Oh, big city dreams, they shine so bright, But sometimes they hide the simple light. From clowns at kid parties to fast food schemes, I'm just a country kid chasing silly dreams. (Verse 5) I snuck out back for a whiff of that grease, Thinking of my field and the life of peace. But here I was, chasing lights like a fool, Laughin' at celebs like they were back in school. (Verse 6) Saw a famous face, all dressed up and loud, Tryin' to buy fries, man, he stood out in the crowd. I said, "Hey there, fella, it’s just a hot meal, Ain't no magic show, no big Hollywood deal." (Chorus) Oh, big city dreams, they shine so bright, But sometimes they hide the simple light. From clowns at kid parties to fast food schemes, I'm just a country kid chasing silly dreams. (Outro) So I’ll take my lessons from every funny scene, From clowns to the city, and in-between. Life’s a wild ride, got ups and downs, Just a country kid wearing a big city crown.
