“Crumbs ’24” is a Southern folk ballad that paints a vivid picture of rural life, sweat-soaked days, and moonlit nights. Cory M. Coons takes listeners down dusty backroads, past weeping willows and weathered barns, straight into the heart of a working man’s world. Recorded at Sun Studio in Memphis, the song taps into the raw, gritty energy that defined the early days of rock and country music. You can almost hear the ghost of Johnny Cash humming along in the background.
The storytelling is immersive, with lines like “Hear that lonesome freight train whistle blow, must be half-past midnight don’t ya know” conjuring images of endless Southern nights, where trains rumble through the darkness and full moons cry out to dawn. Coons’ voice carries a rugged authenticity, as if he’s lived every word of the song’s narrative.
The acoustic arrangement captures the soul of the track, allowing each note to resonate with meaning. The imagery of “no lock on our front door” speaks to a life of openness, security, and pride—values that feel increasingly rare in today’s fast-paced, modern world. The mention of his “Paw,” a symbol of resilience and legacy, grounds the song in generational strength.
Verdict: A gritty, evocative folk song that lingers like the scent of pine on a summer breeze.
–Rick Moran
