by Alex Wilson (songwriter)
Album
Dust Devil Dreams
Year
2025
Genre
Country/Americana Country
Duration
3:42
Description
A spirited country song with Americana undertones, 'Wildflower on the Run' tells the story of a free-spirited woman who embraces the nomadic life, finding joy and freedom in her transient existence. The song celebrates individuality and resilience, blending traditional country sounds with a more introspective and rebellious lyrical perspective.
Lyrics
(Verse 1) Sunrise peekin' over the ridge, another town in my rearview Got a rebel heart and a beat-up fridge, ain't nothin' here feelin' true Found a little somethin' shiny and new, like a firefly in the night But the flame burnt out, and what's a girl to do, but keep on movin' towards the light? (Chorus) I'm a wildflower on the run, bloom where I'm planted, then I'm gone Caught and lost, beneath the sun, another verse in my rambling song Yeah, I'm a wildflower on the run, ain't lookin' back at where I've been Just a little bit of freedom, 'til I find it again (Verse 2) He had eyes like a summer sky, a smile that could melt the snow Promised me forever, 'til the day I die, but promises are seeds that don't always grow We danced in the dust, laughed in the rain, built a castle on a fragile dream Now the wind's a-howlin' his name in vain, and I'm chasin' after a different gleam (Chorus) I'm a wildflower on the run, bloom where I'm planted, then I'm gone Caught and lost, beneath the sun, another verse in my rambling song Yeah, I'm a wildflower on the run, ain't lookin' back at where I've been Just a little bit of freedom, 'til I find it again (Bridge) Some folks say I'm reckless, some folks say I'm free Maybe I'm a little of both, just tryin' to be me Got my guitar and my worn-out boots, and a story yet to unfold Across these dusty highways and forgotten routes, chasing dreams of silver and gold. (Chorus) I'm a wildflower on the run, bloom where I'm planted, then I'm gone Caught and lost, beneath the sun, another verse in my rambling song Yeah, I'm a wildflower on the run, ain't lookin' back at where I've been Just a little bit of freedom, 'til I find it again (Outro) Wildflower on the run, yeah, wildflower on the run. Just keep on rollin' 'til my time is done.
Notes
This song blends Country and Americana Country by using a traditional country song structure (verse-chorus) with instrumentation common in both genres, but incorporating a lyrical theme more typical of Americana – a wandering spirit, a critique of conventional promises, and a celebration of individual freedom. The mood is predominantly playful, despite the theme of loss, due to the upbeat tempo and Juniper Crowe's imagined vocal delivery, which would be slightly sassy and defiant. The song opens with a sense of rebellious optimism, dips into melancholy during the verses about the failed relationship, but recovers into playful self-acceptance in the choruses and bridge. The suggested instrumentation includes acoustic guitar, banjo, mandolin, upright bass, drums (with a brush-based snare for a lighter feel), and steel guitar. The performance should be energetic, but not overly polished; a slight twang and a hint of world-weariness in the vocals would suit the character of Juniper Crowe. The banjo and mandolin add a layer of bluegrass influence to the Americana roots, while the steel guitar anchors it in traditional country. The bass walks a lively line. Harmonies are simple, perhaps a backing vocal echoing key phrases in the chorus to add emphasis.