The song "John Deere Green" by Joe Diffie tells the story of a couple, Billy Bob and Charlene, who fell in love as high school sweethearts in Dixie. One night, Billy Bob climbed up on a water tower and painted a ten-foot heart in John Deere green, declaring his love for Charlene. Even though the whole town thought he should have used red paint, Charlene loved it just the way it was. The couple settled down on a farm and raised their kids, growing crops like sweet corn and tomatoes. From their yard, you could still see the green heart in the distance. The town has tried to paint over it, but the heart still shines through. The song is a tribute to the power of love and the sentimentality of small-town life. It also celebrates the simplicity of country living and the enduring popularity of John Deere tractors, which are known for their distinctive green color.
