Steep Canyon Rangers - Second in Line

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{Verse 1}
I was raised at the right hand of the big man
I learned young to kiss that ring
And pretty soon that ring will be on my finger
So you better think twice how you're treating me
Yeah, sister dear, she is a beauty
Mama’s long since cast aside
Come to think, she's just a half-sister to me
So it ain't half wrong that she’s my bride

{Chorus}
And we can count our riches in the middle of the night
Look at them diamonds shine
All you sorry sons of bitches wouldn't ever understand
What it is to be the man standing second in line

{Verse 2}
Is life too short for the world to learn
Just the way I like to drink my gin?
And if someday I should return
You can put on the suit you're getting buried in
And if you wonder how I got this way
It's the same as my daddy done
I got a big fat check when I turned eighteen
And kept the working man under my pretty little thumb

{Chorus}
And we can count our riches in the middle of the night
Look at them diamonds shine
And all you sorry sons of bitches wouldn't ever understand
What it is to be the man standing second in line

{Bridge}
Yeah, a man like me in the land of the free
Don't you know I have a mighty good time

{Chorus}
I count my riches in the broad daylight
Look at them diamonds shine
And all you sorry sons of bitches wouldn't ever understand
What it is to be the man standing second in line

{Outro}
What it is to be the man

Release Date: September 08, 2023

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The Steep Canyon Rangers are a progressive bluegrass band that was formed in Chapel Hill, North Carolina in 1999. The band was initially comprised of Graham Sharp on banjo and harmony vocals, Woody Platt on guitar and lead vocals, and Charles R. Humphrey III on bass and harmony vocals. The trio met while attending the University of North Carolina and bonded over their shared love of acoustic music.

As they began playing impromptu jam sessions together, the group found themselves drawn to the traditional sounds of bluegrass music. Their sound continued to evolve when mandolin player Mike Guggino joined the band, bringing with him a wealth of experience and a deep love for the genre.

The band's big break came in 2009 when actor and banjo player Steve Martin joined forces with them, giving them a major boost in popularity. The collaboration with Martin helped bring the Steep Canyon Rangers to a wider audience, allowing them to showcase their unique blend of traditional bluegrass and modern influences.

With their impressive musicianship and heartfelt songwriting, the Steep Canyon Rangers have become a staple in the bluegrass music scene. They continue to tour and record music, captivating audiences with their energetic performances and infectious sound.