Ever had one of those dreams where you’re trying to run, but your feet just won’t move? "Rooted to the Spot" captures that feeling—of being stuck in a moment, caught in a fight, or trapped in a dream you can’t escape. With driving rhythms and evocative lyrics, this song dives deep into the tension between wanting to break free and being held in place by forces beyond control.

Wake up, shake up, and take a listen. ????????

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Rooted To The Spot

David Philip Ireland

February 25, 2025

Genre: Country

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Ever had one of those dreams where you’re trying to run, but your feet just won’t move? "Rooted to the Spot" captures that feeling—of being stuck in a moment, caught in a fight, or trapped in a dream you can’t escape. With driving rhythms and evocative lyrics, this song dives deep into the tension between wanting to break free and being held in place by forces beyond control.

Wake up, shake up, and take a listen. ????????

#RootedToTheSpot #NewMusic #MidnightRun #DreamsAndReality

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Allan Rosensweig

Great song David.  Really enjoyed the vibe and the lyrics.

March 01, 2025

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Jimmy Lawrence

Hey Brother love this tune it flows makes me tap my foot, close my eyes and just listen. Love it brother!

March 06, 2025

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Rooted to the Spot


Verse 1
What did you dream last night
Was it one of those strange ones, baby?
Did I even put up a fight
One of those bare-knuckle numbers, baby?
Rooted to the spot

Verse 2
Sure you could turn and run away
If things get a little too hot
Well I know those dreams where you are trying to run
Rooted to the spot

Verse 3
When you told me what went down
I came over all kindsa queasy
Yes, think I’m going down the old dirt road
But I don’t give in that easy
Rooted to the spot

Verse 4
You was there
I was there
Witnesses for the devil
I’d be out of here like a shot
If it wasn’t for the money
I can’t afford the alimony
I can barely stand a coffee
Rooted to the spot

Chorus
So wake me,
Shake me,
Wait while I put my new shirt on
Make me,
Break me,
Digging for dollars in the midnight sun
Hot under collars on the midnight run
Rooted to the spot

Outro
Sure you could turn and run away
If things get a little too hot
Well I know those dreams where you are trying to run
Rooted to the spot

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Allan Rosensweig

Great song David.  Really enjoyed the vibe and the lyrics.

March 01, 2025

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Jimmy Lawrence

Hey Brother love this tune it flows makes me tap my foot, close my eyes and just listen. Love it brother!

March 06, 2025


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