The song "Mowin' Down The Roses" by Jamey Johnson tells the story of a man who has recently gone through a breakup and is taking matters into his own hands. He is trying to move on from his ex-partner by getting rid of all the things that remind him of her. The lyrics describe how he is using jumper cables to try and start his John Deere tractor so he can begin mowing down the roses that his ex-partner had planted in their yard. He is also throwing away her belongings and even pouring her perfume down the toilet. The song portrays the man as being hurt and angry, but also somewhat amused by the situation. He is finding satisfaction in destroying the things that his ex-partner once loved and cherishes. Overall, "Mowin' Down The Roses" is a song that explores the emotions of a man going through a tough break-up and trying to find his own way forward.
