Lyrics
(Verse 1) From the rolling hills of the green Northwest
To the rugged peaks and the valley's chest
There’s a silent law that we all should know
To keep the land healthy and help it grow
Close every gate that you wander through
The livestock are counting on a friend like you.
(Chorus)
It’s the Country Code, written in the stars
Respect the land, no matter where you are
Protect the wild and the harvest yield
Leave nothing but footprints in the open field
Follow the path where the river flows
That’s just the way the Country Code goes.
(Verse 2) Keep the dog on a lead near the grazing sheep
The secrets of the forest are ours to keep
Take your litter home, leave the blossoms be
For the sake of the birds and the ancient tree
Enjoy the peace and the quiet air
Treat every acre with a little care.
(Verse 3) Be mindful of the farmer and the work they do
They're feeding the nation and me and you
Plan your route well and check the weather’s light
Don't be the one caught in the dark of night
Respect the local signs and the boundaries drawn
From the setting sun to the break of dawn.
(Chorus)
It’s the Country Code, written in the stars
Respect the land, no matter where you are
Protect the wild and the harvest yield
Leave nothing but footprints in the open field
Follow the path where the river flows
That’s just the way the Country Code goes.
(Bridge)
It’s a legacy left for the ones to come
The heartbeat of the earth like a steady drum
A simple promise to the soil and sky
To keep the beauty living, never let it die.
(Outro)
So walk with pride on the dusty road
And live your life by the Country Code.
Yeah, the Country Code.