"Cody Johnson's song "Nobody To Blame" explores the regrets and choices in life that have led the narrator to his current circumstances. The song reflects on the paths not taken and the consequences of those choices. The lyrics suggest that if the narrator had stayed, the person they're addressing would have never been alone. However, the narrator also acknowledges that if they had chosen not to pursue their passion for singing, they could have done many other things. But now, they realize that their current life wouldn't be the same without following their dreams. The song speaks to the feeling of missing out on certain opportunities and not living up to the expectations others may have had for the narrator. They acknowledge that they could have been everything that others say they should have been. They also regret not loving the person they're addressing with a love that would never end. The chorus implies that the narrator could have hoped for a different outcome, but they didn't. They accept the life they're living and the choices that have led them there. They recognize that they're alone and that they have nobody to blame but themselves. The bridge highlights the support the narrator receives from their fans and the escape they find in music, especially when the person they're addressing isn't around. The reference to whiskey and late nights represents the struggles and challenges they face on their journey. In the end, the song acknowledges that the narrator has everything they need – their guitar (symbolized by the six strings) and a drink. They take responsibility for their choices and realize that they have nobody to blame but themselves for the life they're living." Overall, "Nobody To Blame" reflects on the regrets, acceptance, and personal responsibility the narrator feels for the choices that have led them to their current circumstances.
