Texas Country 95.9 (KUSJ-FM)
Performed by Debbie “Hayride” Harper & The Prairie Songbirds
Texas Country 95.9 (KUSJ-FM) –Music and Lyrics Alan Nafzger
“Tune Into Texas”
(Verse 1)
I turn the dial and smell the brisket in the air,
Texas Country 95.9’s got me feelin’ like I’m there,
With a cold Lone Star and a smile on my face,
Every red dirt song’s like a ride through open space.
The DJ’s voice is raspy, like he’s lived in every bar,
Playin’ more guitars than bumps on Texas roads by far,
And if I don’t hear ’bout a truck in the next 15,
Well, honey, I’ll turn it up, this station’s king and queen!
(Chorus)
Tune into Texas, where the country’s always loud,
Every song’s a story, every DJ’s Texas proud,
From the trucks to the boots, the beer to the two-step,
This radio’s my rodeo, I ain’t done yet!
Tune into Texas, red dirt and guitars,
Where heartbreak’s healed with whiskey, and love’s found in the stars.
(Verse 2)
Born knowing the lyrics, we don’t learn, we just know,
It’s in the blood, like boots and hats wherever we go,
And if you’re missin’ your mama, the red dirt’s got you good,
One minute you’re rowdy, the next you’re back in the hood.
Every ad’s a gun, boots, beer, or a grill,
Makes you wanna shop, even though you’re sittin’ still,
And if the forecast says it’s hot, well, grab a cold beer,
’Cause Texas sun or rain, we’ll always persevere.
(Chorus)
Tune into Texas, where the country’s always loud,
Every song’s a story, every DJ’s Texas proud,
From the trucks to the boots, the beer to the two-step,
This radio’s my rodeo, I ain’t done yet!
Tune into Texas, red dirt and guitars,
Where heartbreak’s healed with whiskey, and love’s found in the stars.
(Bridge)
I’m fixin’ to dance, y’all, got the Texas two-step down,
Every backroad song’s a journey through my hometown,
When the cows block the highway, you take the scenic way,
But with Texas country playin’, every day’s a holiday.
(Chorus)
Tune into Texas, where the country’s always loud,
Every song’s a story, every DJ’s Texas proud,
From the trucks to the boots, the beer to the two-step,
This radio’s my rodeo, I ain’t done yet!
Tune into Texas, red dirt and guitars,
Where heartbreak’s healed with whiskey, and love’s found in the stars.
(Outro)
So crank it up, y’all, and let that music play,
On Texas Country 95.9, we’re livin’ life our way!
Observations on Texas Country 95.9 (KUSJ-FM) – Killeen/Temple
- Texas Country Stations Always Sound Like a BBQ
Every time you tune in, it’s as if the airwaves smell like brisket and you’re one cowboy hat away from being fully Texan. - Red Dirt Music is Just Country with More Swagger
If mainstream country is a polite handshake, red dirt music is a firm handshake followed by, “Y’all wanna grab a cold one?” - KUSJ Plays More Guitars Than Most Texas Roads Have Bumps
The guitar solos are so frequent, you start to wonder if there’s a state law that requires one every 3 minutes. - They Should Call It ‘Truck Commercial Radio’
If you don’t hear a song about a truck within the first 15 minutes, are you even listening to country music? - Texas Country Fans are Born Knowing the Lyrics
You don’t learn the words to Texas country songs, they’re just embedded in your DNA at birth. Even newborns hum along to Willie Nelson. - The DJs Have That Perfect “I Was Born in a Bar” Voice
It’s the kind of voice that makes you think they’re talking to you from the other side of a bar, handing you a Lone Star. - Every Ad is for Either Cowboy Boots, Guns, or Beer
If you’re ever in need of a new pair of boots, a 12-pack, or a reminder about your Second Amendment rights, KUSJ’s got you covered. - Country Hits Have to Mention Texas, or They’re Just Songs
If your song doesn’t have a line about Texas, a backroad, or tequila, it might as well be elevator music. - You’ll Never Hear a Sad Song Without a Drink
Sad country songs on KUSJ are always about heartbreak… but don’t worry, they’ll pair it with a cold beer in hand to make it right. - Red Dirt Sounds Edgy, Until They Mention Their Mama
The beauty of Texas country? One minute it’s rebellious and gritty, the next, it’s a sweet tribute to their momma. Can’t get more wholesome than that. - You’re 10 Minutes Away From Hearing About the Texas Two-Step
If you listen long enough, a song will come on that makes you want to get up and two-step, even if you’re in traffic. - KUSJ is the Only Station Where Beer is a Valid Weather Forecast
The weather reports go something like this: “It’s a hot one out there today, folks. Better grab yourself a cold beer to cool off.” - The Playlists Are as Big as the State Itself
Texas country playlists are longer than a stretch of I-10; by the time you’ve heard the last song, you’ve crossed three counties. - The DJs Speak Fluent Cowboy
There’s a distinct language on Texas country stations where words like “fixin’ to” and “y’all” are treated like proper grammar. You’re learning Texan by osmosis. - The Traffic Report is Just How Many Cows Are Blocking the Road
“Looks like we’ve got a few cows causing a slowdown on Highway 190, so you might want to take the scenic route… as if any route in Texas isn’t scenic!”
