Discover the story of the song > Copperline – James Taylor

The song is about growing up near a place called Copperline. The protagonist reminisces about his childhood and the different things he saw and experienced there, like copperheads, copper kettles, and Georgia peach cups. He also recalls his first kiss, his father dancing, and falling from a height. Although he tried to go back, everything had changed, and he now feels liberated and free. The song ends with him wanting to go back to Copperline.