"Angel From Montgomery" is a song originally written by John Prine and popularized by Wynonna Judd. The song tells the story of an older woman who feels trapped in her life and longs for a sense of freedom and purpose. In the first verse, the woman describes herself as an older woman named after her mother. Her partner, whom she refers to as her old man, is described as another child who has grown old. The metaphor of dreams being thunder and lightning being desire is used to express her frustration and longing for something more fulfilling. The woman then pleads to be made into an angel that can fly away from her current situation, or to have a reminder of happier times with a poster of an old rodeo. She longs for something to hold on to, as she finds it difficult to believe in the daily struggle of living. In the second verse, the woman reflects on her past when she was a young girl and had a cowboy as a partner. While he may not have been conventionally attractive, he was a free-spirited man. However, time has passed, and she feels that the years have slipped away like a broken dam. The chorus is repeated, emphasizing her desire to be set free from her mundane existence. She also mentions the flies in her kitchen, highlighting the monotony and lack of excitement in her life. She questions how one can go to work and come home with nothing to say, implying a lack of fulfillment and meaningful experiences. Overall, "Angel From Montgomery" portrays a woman's longing for escape, change, and significance in her life. It captures feelings of dissatisfaction and the yearning for a more fulfilling existence.
