I find it very, very easy to be true
I find myself alone when each day's through
Yes, I'll admit that I'm a fool for you
Because you're mine, I walk the line

As sure as night is dark and day is light
I keep you on my mind both day and night
And happiness I've known proves that it's right
Because you're mine, I walk the line

You've got a way to keep me on your side
You give me cause for love that I can't hide
For you I know I'd even try to turn the tide
Because you're mine, I walk the line

I keep a close watch on this heart of mine
I keep my eyes wide open all the time
I keep the ends out for the tie that binds
Because you're mine, I walk the line
Because you're mine, I walk the line
Because you're mine, I walk the line


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I Walk The Line Lyrics as written by Johnny Cash

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    "I keep the ends out for the tie that binds"

    When you tie a knot, you hold the ends out to keep it taut and so you don't mess it up. To me the song is about keeping yourself out of trouble. I don't know that Johnny Cash lived up to it but I'm sure he tried.

    JohnnyAppleseed2on February 14, 2021   Link

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