The song "Crossroads / You Can’t Catch Me (Live)" by Stephen Stills is a combination of two blues classics that reflect on the themes of desperation, redemption, and escape. The song begins with the singer at the "crossroads" of life where he is attempting to catch a ride but is ignored by everyone passing by. The reference to the "crossroads" is a nod to the Robert Johnson legend that refers to a place where one goes to make a deal with the devil.

The singer then falls on his knees and asks the Lord for mercy, indicating a deep sense of desperation. The next verse talks about his journey to Rosedale, where he carries a 44 on his side, hinting at the idea of escape or running away. The lines that follow are missing, but it is believed that they might be about his fears of being caught or arrested.

The song then shifts to a more upbeat section, where the singer talks about buying a brand new airmobile that he can control at will. He sings about his ability to escape, and how nobody can catch him; he is gone like a "cool breeze."

The last verse describes a high-speed chase on the New Jersey Turnpike, where the singer uses his airmobile to take flight and evade the state patrol. The conclusion of the song emphasizes that nobody can catch him as he is "gone like a cool breeze." The line "You can run, you can run, go tell my friend-boy Willie Brown" could be a reference to the Willie Brown who was a musician and mentor to Robert Johnson.

Overall, the song speaks of the desire to escape hardship, poverty, and authorities through music, the road, and other forms of self-expression.