Railroad tracks outside my window
I can see the trains all day
TV's on but I can hear the wind blow
Waiting for a song to come my way
Tonight I miss my home
I'm longing for my little boy
Most of all I miss my girl
But tonight I fall asleep with the steel wheels roaring on
Hotel room like any other
Scratchy towels and dirty sheets
Maid's at the door, please don't bother
Cause I'm dreaming about my hometown streets
Tonight I'm feeling low
Wish I could take the next train home
Bribe the porter for a first class seat
And slowly fall asleep with the steel wheels roaring on
City sleeps, the crowd has gone
I throw a last glance at the empty hall, the painted walls
But the magic has faded out
My longing is crying out loud
Tonight – I miss my home
I dim the lights, there's a shadow
Of my guitar leaning against the wall
Strings are worn, my songs are sung
Waiting for another curtain call
I still miss my home
Soon I'll be holding my little boy
And I can't wait to kiss my girl
But tonight I fall asleep
One more night I fall asleep with the steel wheels roaring on