Hammer and Nails
Radney Foster
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Better build your house on a rock Or watch it crumble and fail Better build your love, hammer and nail I see it in the darkness as if it was broad daylight I feel it down inside my soul when I hold you tight It takes much more than passion for love to prevail Gotta raise it up with hammer and nails Hammer and nail, we're gonna build this love Faith and hope, flesh and blood Lay that firm foundation down to the last detail Gonna build our love with hammer and nails You build one room for laughter, you build one room for tears This ain't no game, no house of cards, it's gonna take us years A vow that's only spoken comes to no avail Put 'em in your hands, hammer and nails Hammer and nail, we're gonna build this love Faith and hope, flesh and blood Lay it out so straight and true to the last detail Gonna build our love with hammer and nails Hammer and nail, we're gonna build this love Faith and hope, flesh and blood We've both seen it strong enough, we've both seen it fail Gonna build our love with hammer and nails Gonna build our love with hammer and nails
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Written by: CYNTHIA BULLENS, RADNEY M. FOSTER
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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9 facts about this song
Song Creation"Hammer and Nails" is a song by American country music singer-songwriter Radney Foster, released in 1992.
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Album DetailsThe song is included on Foster’s debut solo album, "Del Rio, TX 1959," which peaked at #22 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart.
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Song Style"Hammer and Nails" showcases Foster's ability to blend traditional country with contemporary style, maintaining a strong sense of storytelling in his lyrics.
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SongwritersThe song was co-written by Radney Foster and Cindy Bullens, who has worked with high-profile artists like Elton John and Rod Stewart.
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Music VideoThere is a music video for "Hammer and Nails" that was directed by John Lloyd Miller, known for his work with a number of big-country acts.
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Chart PerformanceAlthough "Hammer and Nails" didn't chart as high as some of Foster's other hits, it was well-received by critics and fans, and remains a staple in Foster's live performances.
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Social SignificanceThe song carries a message about the importance of hard work and perseverance.
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Song LegacyDespite its less-than-stellar chart performance, "Hammer and Nails" has proven to be a fan favorite and is often highlighted as a standout track from Foster’s debut.
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Other VersionsIn addition to the album version, Foster has performed "Hammer and Nails" live in concert many times, with these renditions often appearing on live albums and compilations.
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