Drivin' and Cryin'

Steve Wariner

About Drivin' and Cryin'

"Drivin' and Cryin'" is a song recorded by American country music artist Steve Wariner. It was released in November 1993 as the second single from the album Drive. The song reached #24 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart. The song was written by Spike Blake and Rick Giles.


Year:
1993
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Picked my clothes up, grabbed my suitcase
Never looked back at the look on your face
I just took off drivin'

There's gotta be someplace I could go to
Help me forget about how much I love you
Maybe Dallas, San Antone, a two lane highway all alone
Drivin' and a-cryin', drivin' and a-cryin'

Got the radio up the petal pushed down
The night wind blowin' my tears around
Gotta get back where I used to be
But I'm racin' with your memory

Drivin' and a-cryin', drivin' and a-cryin'
Sometimes in Texas ain't nothing out there
A man could get lost headed for nowhere
That's where I'm goin' without you

At least the long nights won't desert me
If I got nobody ain't nobody gonna hurt me
Hello honey it's been a long time

I'm out of her life and out of my mind
Drivin' and a-cryin', drivin' and a-cryin'
Got the radio up the petal pushed down
The night winds a-blowin' my tears around
Gotta get back where I used to be

But I'm racin' with your memory
Drivin' and a-cryin', drivin' and a-cryin'
Drivin' and a-cryin'
Oh
Cryin', 
Cryin', 
Cryin', 
Cryin'

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Steve Wariner

Steven Noel "Steve" Wariner (born December 25, 1954) is an American country music singer, songwriter and guitarist. He has released eighteen studio albums, including six on MCA Records, and three each on RCA Records, Arista Records and Capitol Records. He has also charted more than fifty singles on the Billboard country singles charts, including ten Number One hits: "All Roads Lead to You", "Some Fools Never Learn", "You Can Dream of Me", "Life's Highway", "Small Town Girl", "The Weekend", "Lynda", "Where Did I Go Wrong", and "I Got Dreams", and "What If I Said", a duet with Anita Cochran from her album Back to You. Three of his studio albums have been certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America for shipping 500,000 copies in the United St… more »

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Written by: DONALD E JR BLAKE, RICHARD C. GILES

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, MIKE CURB MUSIC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Artist Background
Americana artist Steve Wariner, the man behind "Drivin' and Cryin'," is a multi-talented musician known for his guitar work and songwriting skills as much as his vocal abilities. He has received several Grammys for his instrumental work.
Chart Performance
"Drivin' and Cryin'" peaked at number 6 on the US Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks for the week of March 11, 1995.
Album Details
The song "Drivin' and Cryin'" is from Steve Wariner's 11th studio album, "Drive." This album was released in 1993 under the label Arista Nashville.
Song Length
"Drivin' and Cryin'" runs for a total duration of 3 minutes and 54 seconds.
Songwriter
Unlike many of Wariner's other hits, he didn't write "Drivin' and Cryin'". The song was written by Annette Cotter and David Leonard.
Style and Themes
This song is characteristic of Wariner's signature style, combining elements of country, folk, and pop. The lyrics tell a story of heartbreak, regret, and longing.
Song Reception
"Drivin' and Cryin'" has been warmly received by fans and critics alike for its emotional depth, beautiful melody, and Wariner's soulful performance.
Career Impact
The success of "Drivin' and Cryin'" contributed to establishing Wariner's reputation as a profound storyteller and gifted country artist.
Cover Versions
Although no high-profile cover versions of “Drivin' and Cryin'” appear to exist, the song continues to be a favorite among country music fans, who often post their own renditions online.
Notable Performances
Steve Wariner performed "Drivin' and Cryin'" at the Grand Ole Opry, the country's most prestigious stage for country artists, solidifying the song's place in country music history.

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