Cain's Blood
4 Runner
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Half of my blood is Cain's blood Half of my blood is Abel's One eye looks to Heaven One eye looks for trouble Sweet mother, she sang in the Sunday choir On her head was a halo, she spoke brimstone and fire Daddy lived by the bottle, Daddy died by the barn Well, he froze one night, Mama said "Serves him right" "The devil can keep him warm" Half of my blood is Cain's blood Half of my blood is Abel's One eye looks to Heaven One eye looks for trouble Guess I always saw myself as a simple man But there's a man in the mirror I don't understand Every day I fight it, but I know down deep It's the secrets I've been keeping Rising from their sleep Half of my blood is Cain's blood Half of my blood is Abel's One eye looks to Heaven One eye looks for trouble There's an angel and a devil playing tug of war with my soul The battle rages on each and every day It's all I can do just to try to maintain control My one and only hope is get on my knees and pray
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Written by: JACK SUNDRUD, MICHAEL JOHNSON
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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12 facts about this song
Song Description"Cain's Blood" is a country music song by American country music group 4 Runner and singer-songwriter Michael Johnson.
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Multiple VersionsThe song was recorded by both Michael Johnson on his album "Then & Now" and later by 4 Runner on its self-titled debut album.
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Songwriters"Cain's Blood" was written by Pat Bunch and Doug Johnson.
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Chart Performance4 Runner's version peaked at number 26 on Billboard's Hot Country Songs chart in 1995.
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GenreBoth versions of "Cain's Blood" belong to the Country music genre.
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Length of SongThe length of "Cain's Blood" varies slightly in both the versions, with Michael Johnson's version being 4 minutes and 41 seconds while 4 Runner's rendition is approximately 4 minutes long.
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Release YearMichael Johnson first released his version in 1995, and 4 Runner also released their version the same year.
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Music VideoA music video for 4 Runner's version was directed by Deaton Flanigen and premiered in mid-1995.
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LegacyDespite not achieving major chart success, "Cain's Blood" has been noted for its haunting lyrics and standout musical composition.
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Storytelling ApproachUsing the biblical characters of Cain and Abel as symbols, the song addresses the theme of childhood, sibling rivalry, and violence, showing the power and depth of country music storytelling.
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Original LabelThe song "Cain's Blood" by 4 Runner was originally released under the record label Polydor Nashville.
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Adaptations in Popular CultureThe song "Cain's Blood" was played in the TV series "The X-Files" in the episode 'Home', accentuating its lasting impact and timeless appeal.
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