That ground gets harder every year I find as I shake some from my ear Well I'm trying for the prize But sometimes I wonder why As I watch that horse do two jumps without me. Horses sure can thrill you When they're not tryin' to k** you You're gonna ride those horses Or you won't Horses sure can thrill you When they're not trying to k** you Either you like horses or you don't I had a few bones broken in my time But I had my share of glory Down the line I guess finding a horse that's raw And bringing that devil along That's the only thing That brings me peace of mind Horses sure can thrill you When they're not tryin' to k** you You're gonna ride those horses Or you won't Horses sure can thrill you When they're not trying to k** you Either you like horses or you don't Dig a hole and throw your money in Sell your house and borrow From your friends Well there ain't much money in horses But I'm sure gonna feel my best Hanging that gold medal 'round my chest Horses sure can thrill you When they're not tryin' to k** you You're gonna ride those horses Or you won't Horses sure can thrill you When they're not trying to k** you Either you like horses or you don't