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I Walk the Line

Johnny Cash English

Verse 1

I keep a close watch on this heart of mineI keep my eyes wide open all the timeI keep the ends out for the tie that binds

Refrain

Because you're mine, I walk the line

Verse 2

I find it very, very easy to be trueI find myself alone when each day's throughYes, I'll admit that I'm a fool for you

Refrain

Because you're mine, I walk the line

Verse 3

As sure as night is dark and day is lightI keep you on my mind both day and nightAnd happiness I've known proves that it's right

Refrain

Because you're mine, I walk the line

Verse 4

You've got a way to keep me on your sideYou give me cause for love that I can't hideFor you, I know I'd even try to turn the tide

Refrain

Because you're mine, I walk the line

Verse 5

I keep a close watch on this heart of mineI keep my eyes wide open all the timeI keep the ends out for the tie that binds

Refrain

Because you're mine, I walk the line
What the song means

A declaration of unwavering commitment and faithfulness in love. The speaker promises to stay loyal to their partner, using the metaphor of "walking the line" to represent maintaining moral and emotional boundaries. The song emphasizes active devotion and the happiness that comes from genuine love.

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I walk the line — I stay faithful and true

A metaphor for maintaining loyalty and not crossing moral boundaries in a relationship.

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