Discover the story of the song > Leave Him In The Long Yard – Slim Dusty

The song is about an old horse who has been through a lot and is now getting old and tired. The protagonist, who is talking about the horse, says that it's time to leave him in a big open space where he can relax and be with his friend, another horse. They want to let him enjoy his last days in a beautiful place with good food and friends before letting him go.