We were so far back in the woods, they almost had to pipe in sunlight.
Meaning of the quote
The quote means that the place they were in was so deep in the forest, it was so dark that they needed to bring in artificial light, like piping in sunlight, to see properly. It suggests the location was extremely remote and isolated, far away from any open or sunny areas.
About Roy Rogers
Roy Rogers, also known as the King of the Cowboys, was an American singer, actor, and television host who became one of the most famous and popular Western stars of his era. He appeared in almost 90 motion pictures and hosted his own self-titled television series, often performing alongside his wife, Dale Evans, and his famous Golden Palomino, Trigger.
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Today they’re making pictures that I wouldn’t want Trigger to see.
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We were so far back in the woods, they almost had to pipe in sunlight.
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American actor and singer (1911-1998)
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I did pretty good for a guy who never finished high school and used to yodel at square dances.
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