Alex G pens a sentimental love song about a person who “draws him out,” in times of sadness and anxiety. The person is described as a “cow,” which is usually a pejorative term; but this betrays how cows actually behave. They are kind, docile creatures that are extremely friendly towards humans.
The...
[Verse 1]
I see the red sky
Beyond our state line
Over mama's minivan
Rushing to work on time
I see the red sky
You always ask me why
I find myself on corners
Every once in awhile
[Chorus]
You big old cow
You draw me out
Lie on the ground
Kiss on the mouth
[Verse 2]
I dream a deep sea
That it should swallow me
And pitch me up on some wave
Put me down tenderly
Yes, I believe I made out fine
And yes, it's true
I never loved nobody
The way that I love you
[Chorus]
You big old cow
You draw me out
Lie on the ground
Kiss on the mouth
[Instrumental Interlude]
[Chorus]
You big old cow
You draw me out
Don't put me down
Don't put me down