Discover the story of the song > For a Long While – Colter Wall

The protagonist is singing about his old guitar, which may be out of tune sometimes, but still earns its keep when he plays it in dance halls and barrooms. He says that there is not a single hour when his guitar doesn't bring a smile to someone's face. He also talks about how an old song from the past can lift him up when he's feeling down. He mentions that despite the challenges of work, he knows that hard work brings both rewards and challenges. He explains that sometimes restlessness can set in and make him want to hit the road, but he realizes that the more he travels, the more he longs for home. Ultimately, the protagonist concludes that these experiences have always been a part of life, or at least for a long time.