Discover the story of the song > Simple Man – charlie daniels

The protagonist is a simple man who is frustrated with the state of the world. He is angry about having to work hard to make ends meet, and is upset with corrupt politicians and the prevalence of crime. He advocates for harsh punishments for drug dealers and criminals, believing in "an eye for an eye" justice. The protagonist also believes in protecting his home and family with force, and suggests using the natural world to punish those who commit heinous crimes. He thinks people have lost sight of the importance of the Bible and living by the law of the land.