The song "Man On A Mountain" by Jason Eady tells the story of a relationship between a valley girl and a mountain man. The lyrics describe the contrast between their lifestyles and the challenges they face in trying to be together. The valley girl is depicted as a lily of the valley, delicate and refined. However, the valley keeps her down and prevents her from following the mountain man to his rugged and adventurous life. She is described as always choosing comfort and stability, represented by being "all wine and roses" and never leaving town. The mountain man, on the other hand, is described as a man on a mountain, strong and resilient. His hands are rough and rocky, reflecting his tough life on the mountainside. He wants the valley girl to join him, but she is unable to break free from the valley's hold on her. The song expresses the desire for the two to be together, longing to become lovers. However, they realize that they have been lying to each other and not truly facing the realities of their situation. They decide to meet in the middle, a compromise that allows them to acknowledge their differences and move on without continuing to deceive each other. The lyrics also touch on the idea of commitment and marriage. The valley girl states that she could never be the mountain man's wife unless he makes her a promise. She is unwilling to live in sin, emphasizing the importance of commitment to her. In the end, the song suggests that the valley girl and the mountain man should not waste their lives lying to each other and trying to force a relationship that may not work. Instead, they should find their own paths separately and never meet again.
