The Brothers Roberson - Why I Do This

I found a spot for the night to rest my eyes
They say the pass is getting colder
One day left til Sacramento
Two since I left Boulder.

I met a man from my home state
headed for vacation on the coast
His family full of smiling kids
made me miss home the most.

He said I’m not sure how you do it
I’m not sure I understand.
Well I couldn’t help but smile
When I showed your picture to the man

This is why I do this, why I’m out here
Why I keep that hammer down
Flying by these road signs, home on my mind
With these wheels turning round
For my family and for my kids
For this life I want to live
This is why I do this.

Heading north out of Miami
Flowers loaded to the door
By now I must have sent her
At least a truckload home I’m sure

I called her stuck in Atlanta
Got in a bit too close to five
She laughed and hoped I had better luck
Than her keeping flowers alive

I could hear it in her voice
When she hung up the phone
It was the kind of goodbye that says
We’re all real proud here back at home

This is why I do this, why I’m out here
Why I keep that hammer down
Flying by these road signs, home on my mind
With these wheels turning round
For my family and for my kids
For this life I want to live
This is why I do this.

I’ve seen every coast, sand and snow
Both sometimes in New Mexico
Over the Smokey’s, straight through the plains
Cheyenne sunsets and Florida rains
There’s no doubt in my mind why I’m here today…

This is why I do this, why I’m out here
Why I keep that hammer down
Flying by these road signs, home on my mind
With these wheels turning round
For my family and for my kids
For this life I want to live
This is why I do this.

Written and Recorded by The Brothers Roberson
Rhett Roberson works in the Sales Department for Prime Inc.

[kaveman]

This song is all about why me and every driver is on the road. This is a great song. I listen to it a few time a week.

[deathangel]

This is a very true song for me. My mother in law played it for me last week. Told me this is so you. I actually cried because she is 100% right. I have 3 kids. 1 in college, 1 in middle school and 1 in elementary school. It breaks my heart not to see or talk to them or my husband on a daily bases but unfortunately my drive hours are sometimes different then their bedtimes. I would do anything for my family. Driving also becomes an addiction that is hard to shake.

[izelcf]

My husband just became an official cell driver and will soon be leaving on the road to begin his new journey of being a truck driver..he’s already discussed to me about the long days away from home but I know it’s worth it and the reason he’s doing it, for our family❤️

[arthurhunnicutt]

Great song!!! Truck drivers are America's unsung heroes.

[bOOmBoTzo]

This is exactly why we do what we do...it's a lifestyle that becomes a way of life.

I left prime awhile back to be home but they were always like a family to me

I've been considering coming back for some time now and this video alone may have made my decision

Thank you for the tribute and keep them wheels Rollin!

[SweeTrucker]

Preston this song hits different now that you're actually on your journey😍😥😍😁❤. I love you so much baby You've got this. I cant wait till we're team. LET'S GET IT💪🏾💪🏾🚛🚛🚛🤑💵

[seanhobbs]

Why does this song not have a million likes and shares best dang song I've heard in a long time

[garyreinier]

15 yrs as a outlaw trucker this song madw me tear up and relize y i push so hard all these years

[jessanne]

Such a gorgeous song.❤️ Both my mom and my dad work for prime Inc and it's amazing what they do. It's not always easy for me and my brother but we know there working hard for us. It makes the time we have together more valuable. I would like to say thank you to all prime inc drivers AND there families for sticking by them and helping them get through the years and services of driving a truck. It's more than just driving aTruck down the road all day long and only truck drivers and there families would understand the struggle. The hardest part is thinking about home. Especially when you get a lid that goes right by whereYou live and you know you can't stop to see your family. I'm Only 15 years old but I understand what it's like being a truck drivers Daughter it really does suck sometimes but I listen to this song everyday before and after school because it's myMotivation. Thank you for this incredible song and all prime drivers out there I am praying for you stay safe! 💙💙

[thepatrioticgamer]

I started driving because i hated being home and im a 4th generation driver, came to prime because my goals changed and i wanted to start my own company. I have my llc now, and it feels like my dad is watching me smiling from wherever he is. Miss you papa 01/24/40-11/05/2019

[Daddyboy]

This is a beautiful song and a nce tribute to your drivers.

[markvaars]

Amazing song! i havent heard anything this good in a long time it actually made me tear up a little! and i also just wanna say thank you to Prime Inc and to all my fellow drivers out there

[davidlong]

I've been driving for prime inc for 5 years and everytime I hear this song it brings tears to my eyes. Knowing the reason why I'm out here doing what I do for my family and this nation that needs us the most

[TruckerJohn]

This song is amazing. The words really hit close to home. Makes me proud to be a truck driver.

[youngsiles]

LOVE MY HARD WORKING MEN & WOMAN DOING WHAT THEY HAVE TO DO TO SUPPORT THE FAMILY. 💗

[normamendez]

Beautiful song my husband is a trainer for 5 years now and this is one of the best company he has worked he is always home on time and I appreciate Prime for bringing him home safe 🤗

[wcpm]

How can one NOT like this? I can't believe it actually has thumbs down from people. Perhaps it's because this music video doesn't have any naked women in it or dudes kissing?

[Sacrd]

I’m a truck driver shared this with my wife because it relates to our family

[bjlocke-atkins]

Came here from an old-timer entertainer, Dan Sherry of Tn based Peter and the Wolf. He is spot on about this music. This is an awesome song. Kudos to you guys for what you do.

[coryibarra]

I'm not a prim driver may be in the future but great otr video and makes you think about your family and y you do this type off work be safe out there driver's keep those wheels turning