Luke Combs’ Nostalgic Tribute: His New Album “Gettin’ Old” and the Touching Homage to His Son
Country music star Luke Combs’ latest 18-track album “Gettin’ Old” delivers a heartfelt ballad, “Take You With Me”, dedicated to his son and the beautiful journey of parenting.
Co-authored by Combs, James McNair, and Rob Williford, the moving song presents a future Combs reminiscing over his son, Tex Lawrence, and the life lessons imparted on their journey together.
Reflections and Teachings: The Power of Song
“Daddy, what’s that mean, that little turtle and a rabbit? / He sat me in that seat, showed me the wheel and how to grab it / He said, ‘I’ll work the pedals if you climb up on my knee / I’ll take you with me,’” recollects Combs in the opening verse.
As the song unfolds, the vocalist recalls other delightful father-son moments, each woven with a deep longing to relive those invaluable times.
A Chorus That Resonates: The Bonds of Fatherhood
Combs’ poignant chorus highlights the all-encompassing nature of fatherhood, “If it was up to me, we’d do everything together / And when you’re young like that, you think those days last forever / Didn’t know back then how much those words would mean / ‘I’ll take you with me.’”
In a twist of life imitating art, Combs and his wife, Nicole, announced on March 20 that they’re expecting their second child. The unexpected announcement also included a sneak preview of “Take You With Me.”
Growing Old: A Testament to Life’s Stages
“Gettin’ Old” encapsulates the life stage Combs currently navigates. “It’s about the stage of life I’m at right now,” says Combs. “I’m sure many of us are in, have been through, or will go through it.”
Combs expounds on the album’s thematic underpinnings, saying, “It’s about coming of age, appreciating where life is now but missing how it used to be, continuing to fall in love with the one you love and loving them no matter what, living in the now but still wondering how much time you have left, family, friends, being appreciative, and leaving a legacy.”
From Studio to Stage: Combs’ Upcoming World Tour
Combs is poised to bring his music from the studio to the stage with the start of his much-anticipated World Tour on Saturday (March 25). The 35-city tour will commence in Arlington, Texas, and journey to various destinations across the United States, Australia, New Zealand, Sweden, Germany, and France. The tour will conclude on October 19 in London, marking the grand finale of Combs’ musical expedition.
With “Gettin’ Old”, Luke Combs offers listeners a profound exploration of life’s stages, from the intimate relationships between parent and child, to the nostalgic yearning for simpler times, and the contemplation of legacy. His forthcoming World Tour promises to bring these universal experiences and emotions to audiences worldwide.