Dwight Yoakam – A Thousand Miles From Nowhere

About the song

In the realm of country music, few names resonate with the same enduring charm and artistry as Dwight Yoakam. His distinctive blend of traditional sounds and contemporary sensibilities has captivated audiences for decades, earning him a place among the genre’s most celebrated figures. Among his extensive repertoire of hits, “A Thousand Miles From Nowhere” stands as a poignant ballad that has touched the hearts of listeners worldwide.

Released in 1993 as the second single from Yoakam’s album “This Time,” “A Thousand Miles From Nowhere” quickly ascended the charts, peaking at number two on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart and number three on the Canadian Country Music Chart. Its success solidified Yoakam’s status as a country music superstar and cemented the song’s place as a modern classic.

Penned by Yoakam himself, “A Thousand Miles From Nowhere” is a heartfelt ode to emotional detachment and the pursuit of solace amidst heartbreak. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a protagonist seeking refuge in the vast expanse of the American West, far removed from the painful memories of a lost love. Yoakam’s soulful vocals and the song’s melancholic melody perfectly capture the raw emotions of heartbreak and the yearning for escape.

Beyond its chart-topping success and critical acclaim, “A Thousand Miles From Nowhere” has become a staple of country radio and a beloved favorite among Yoakam’s fans. The song’s enduring popularity is a testament to its timeless themes of love, loss, and the resilience of the human spirit.

“A Thousand Miles From Nowhere” is more than just a country song; it’s a poignant reflection on the complexities of the human experience. Its lyrics resonate with anyone who has ever grappled with heartbreak and the desire to find peace amidst emotional turmoil. Yoakam’s masterful songwriting and heartfelt delivery make “A Thousand Miles From Nowhere” a true gem of country music, a song that continues to touch the hearts of listeners worldwide.

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Lyrics

Dwight Yoakam( Dwight David Yoakam )

A Thousand Miles From Nowhere

(dwight yoakam)

I’m a thousand miles from nowhere
Time don’t matter to me
’cause i’m a thousand miles from nowhere
And there’s no place i want to be

I got heartaches in my pocket
I got echoes in my head
And all that i keep hearing
Are the cruel, cruel things that you said

I’m a thousand miles from nowhere
Time don’t matter to me
’cause i’m a thousand miles from nowhere
And there’s no place i want to be

Oh, i
Oh, i
Oh, i
Oh, i

Oh, i
Oh, i
Oh, i
Oh, i

I got bruises on my memory
I got tear stains on my hands
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And in the mirror there’s a vision
Of what used to be a man

I’m a thousand miles from nowhere
Time don’t matter to me
’cause i’m a thousand miles from nowhere
And there’s no place i want to be

I’m a thousand miles from nowhere
Time don’t matter to me
’cause i’m a thousand miles from nowhere
And there’s no place i want to be

I’m a thousand miles from nowhere
Time don’t matter to me
’cause i’m a thousand miles from nowhere
And there’s no place i want to be

I’m a thousand miles from nowhere
Time don’t matter to me
’cause i’m a thousand miles from nowhere
And there’s no place i want to be

I’m a thousand miles from nowhere
Time don’t matter to me
’cause i’m a thousand miles from nowhere
And there’s no place i want to be