Lyrics
Verse 1
He was raised with a rope in his handAnd a prayer tucked deep in his chestWhen the gate swings wide, he makes his standThen gives the Lord all the restDust on his boots, calm in his eyesNo crown could change who he isHe’ll shake your hand, look you square in the eyesAnd thank God for every ride he gets
Pre‑Chorus
When that eight-second fire starts to rollYou can hear a whole county call his nameWith a steady heart and a heaven-made soulHe walks right through the fear and flames
Chorus
John Crimber, ride on, son, ride onWorld champion with a heart of goldJohn Crimber, stand tall, keep holding onA man of God with a spirit boldHey! Hey! John Crimber!Talent of a generation, born to runHey! Hey! John Crimber!When the dust settles, you’re still the one
Verse 2
He don’t talk like a legend in the makingHe talks like a kid who’s still learning the reinsBut the whole arena starts shakingWhen he nods and calls that bull by nameThere’s a little bit of mercy in the way he leadsA little more courage than most men showHe gives his time, his word, his hands, his kneesAnd leaves a better trail wherever he goes
Pre‑Chorus
When that eight-second fire starts to rollYou can hear a whole county call his nameWith a steady heart and a heaven-made soulHe walks right through the fear and flames
Chorus
John Crimber, ride on, son, ride onWorld champion with a heart of goldJohn Crimber, stand tall, keep holding onA man of God with a spirit boldHey! Hey! John Crimber!Talent of a generation, born to runHey! Hey! John Crimber!When the dust settles, you’re still the one
Bridge
When the lights go low and the grandstand clearsAnd the leather’s hanging by the doorHe bows his head, gives thanks through the yearsThen goes back out and gives a little more
Final Chorus
John Crimber, ride on, son, ride onWorld champion with a heart of goldJohn Crimber, stand tall, keep holding onA man of God with a spirit boldHey! Hey! John Crimber!Talent of a generation, born to runHey! Hey! John Crimber!When the dust settles, you’re still the one
Outro
Ride on, John, ride onThe whole old arena knows your songRide on, John, ride onHumble heart, and a faith that’s strong