I have to admit this wasn't my favorite of Floyd's songs that I've heard, probably because I'm not a fan of songs about the old west and can't quite understand why people keep writing them. That said, I have no idea why someone would jump in with a critique that seems designed to start a saloon fight. Meaningless backslapping can be avoided without the need to administer a punch in the face, for Heaven's sake.

Also, that "preaching" thing is completely bogus. Those first two lines are clearly a stating of received wisdom amongst the gunslinger community (they probably started their meetings with those lines right after the pledge of allegiance) rather than any kind of "preaching."

Anyone has the right to question the standing or experience of someone about whom they know nothing at all. I agree that this forum should not all be about mutual backslapping, but I know when I get a slap on the back from someone who's work I admire (and usually envy), it means more than other slaps. A large part of the fun of this place is getting to know the people here through their work.

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