Huntin’ By Yourself Lyrics – Luke Combs

[Verse]
He ran out of that bedroom ’bout as g*ng-ho as he could be
Took a first hunt picture on my phone ‘fore he fell asleep on the way
I held the g*n, he held the light
A cup of coffee and a can of Sprite
The stand was only ten feet high but on top of the world that day
I already knew he wouldn’t see a thing
Been three more times and it’s always the same

[Chorus]
‘Cause he moves too much and he talks too loud
But I don’t mind ’cause I’m finding out
That even if it’s just time we’re killing, it’s never felt more like living
They’ll make you cuss and wear your patience thin
But next thing you know, they’re all grown up and then
You’re hunting by yourself again

In “Huntin’ By Yourself,” Luke Combs recounts a father-son hunting trip, cherishing the simple moments despite the son’s restlessness. The song reflects on the passing of time and the bittersweet transition as children grow up, leaving parents to reminisce on shared experiences. Combs finds joy in the companionship, even when the hunting yields no results, realizing that the true value lies in the time spent together. As the son matures, the father is left to hunt alone, reflecting on the journey of parenthood.

[Verse]
This verse paints a picture of a father-son bonding experience during a hunting trip. The father fondly recalls his son’s excitement as they prepared for the hunt. Despite the son falling asleep on the way to the hunting spot, the father cherishes the moment of taking a photo together. The father handles the g*n while his son assists with the light, symbolizing their shared experience and the passing of knowledge from one generation to the next. Despite the anticipation, the father knows the son may not fully grasp the essence of hunting yet, as they’ve gone multiple times with no success.

[Chorus]
The chorus reflects on the challenges and joys of parenting. The father acknowledges his son’s restless nature, recognizing that he moves too much and talks too loud during their hunting trips. However, the father’s love for his son outweighs any frustration, as he finds fulfillment in spending time together, even if it doesn’t result in a successful hunt. The chorus captures the essence of parenthood, where moments of frustration are balanced by the realization that children grow up quickly, leaving parents longing for the times they spent together.