The song Raking Up Leaves by Tom T. Hall is about a person who is missing their love who they spent the summer with. During the summer they were happy and carefree, enjoying each other's company and making memories. However, as the season changed and summer turned to fall, their love left and now they are feeling lonely and nostalgic. The lyrics of the song convey a sense of longing and sadness as the person goes through the seasonal task of raking up leaves. They spend their time counting the days and nights since their love has been gone, hoping that they will return soon. As winter approaches, they are reminded of their love and how much they miss them. The song demonstrates how the changing seasons can reflect the changes in a relationship. The joy and warmth of summer can suddenly turn cold and lonely once the season ends and the reality of separation sets in. Raking up leaves becomes a symbol of the sadness and loss that can come with the changing of the seasons and the passing of time.
