This hymn to the cowboy way of life is more about the travels of a roper and the reasons for the life he chose. “Why does he ride for money? Why does he rope for short pay?” These are two questions that are answered in the song by describing the things a man may never see unless he chooses this way of life. The song was written by Michael Burton and has been performed by other famous country artists, such as Garth Brooks and Chris LeDoux. If you have not seen the live performance of Suzy Bogguss performing Night Rider’s Lament, we suggest you treat yourself to her soothing vocals and yodeling so sweet, it has that “Git Along Little Dogies” feel to it.