(Verse 1) Well, I started swingin’ hammers at a jobsite in July, The foreman said “Son, you try, but you just ain’t that guy.” Dropped more nails than I ever drove straight, So I packed my things before it got too late. (Chorus) Next town down, I’ll try again, Got two good hands and a leaky pen. Ain’t much pay, but I’ll earn my meal, ‘Cause a rolling man don’t rest his heels. (Harmonica Break) (Verse 2) Tried my luck down by the railway line, Pullin’ spikes and countin’ time. Boss man yelled, “Boy, you’re too damn slow!” I said “Guess I’m built for a softer road.” (Chorus) Next town down, I’ll try again, Got two good hands and a busted grin. Ain’t much work for a dreamer’s deal, But a rolling man don’t rest his heels. (Harmonica Break) (Verse 3) Worked a bit of farm out in Kalamazoo, Milkin’ cows ‘til my knuckles turned blue. Farmer’s wife said, “You best move on,” When the rooster crowed and the fence was gone. (Chorus) Next town down, I’ll try again, Got two good hands and a calloused chin. Ain’t much pride, but I’ll keep it real, ‘Cause a rolling man don’t rest his heels. (Bridge) Met a girl in Jackson, sweet as pie, Told me stay, said “Give love a try.” But I can’t plant roots in borrowed ground, So I kissed her cheek and rolled on down. (Verse 4) Now I’m singin’ songs at a roadside bar, Playin’ for tips and a beat-up guitar. Ain’t buildin’ much but a tune or two, And the next town down might love it too. (Final Chorus) Next town down, I’ll try again, Got two good hands and a heart to lend. Ain’t much gold, but I’ve found what’s real ... A rolling man don’t rest his heels. (Outro) [Harmonica fades with a soft, wandering feel ... like the wind trailing off a highway]
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