Josh Rister - Walls Come A-Tumblin' Down

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(Verse 1)
Lower me down ‘neath my papaw’s bones
Before the sun does shine
Then raise me up when the moon does glow
Outta' this dusty mine

(Chorus)
Lungs of soot, calloused hands
Paying for King Coal’s crown
Picking black gold outta' the ground
‘Til the walls come a-tumblin’ down

(Verse 2)
Timbers shored, lanterns burn
They light the coal up bright
I hope my wife don’t toss and turn
If I'm home late tonight

(Chorus)
Lungs of soot, calloused hands
Paying for King Coal’s crown
Picking black gold outta' the ground
‘Til the walls come a-tumblin’ down

(Verse 3)
My pick will pierce the еarth below
Pray the timbers don’t givе way
16 tons of rock would surely bow
And bury me away
(Chorus)
Lungs of soot, calloused hands
Paying for King Coal’s crown
Picking black gold outta' the ground
‘Til the walls come a-tumblin’ down

‘Til the walls come a-tumblin’ down

‘Til the walls come a-tumblin’ down

Release Date: March 01, 2024

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"Walls Come A-Tumblin' Down" by Josh Rister is a poignant folk song that tells the story of a coal miner working in the depths of a dusty mine. The lyrics describe the harsh reality of the miner's life, from the calloused hands and lungs of soot to the constant fear of the walls tumbling down on him. Despite the dangers and hardships he faces, the miner continues to toil away, picking black gold out of the ground in exchange for King Coal's crown. The song captures the gritty, hardworking spirit of those who work in the mines, painting a vivid picture of the struggles and sacrifices they endure. With haunting melodies and heartfelt lyrics, "Walls Come A-Tumblin' Down" pays tribute to the resilience and determination of coal miners everywhere.

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