Hillbilly Rock
Marty Stuart
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It comes from Mississippi, and down in Alabam' Creepin' like a fever all across the land From deep in the Delta on the Louisiana shore The people got to have it, they want to hear some more It's the hillbilly rock, beat it with a drum Playin' them guitars like shootin from a gun Keepin' up the rhythm, steady as a clock Doin' a little thing called the hillbilly rock Some say it came from Memphis down in Tennessee Or it drifted in from Georgia about 1953 Just as long as it's greasy, as long as it's fast As long as it's pumpin' honey, it's gonna last It's the hillbilly rock, beat it with a drum Playin' them guitars like shootin' from a gun Keepin' up the rhythm, steady as a clock Doin' a little thing called the hillbilly rock Way back in old Kentucky where the bluegrass grows Through the Carolinas on them dirt red roads Burnin like a fire runnin' wild in the woods From Arkansas to Texas, it sounds so good It's the hillbilly rock, beat it with a drum Playin' them guitars like shootin from a gun Keepin' up the rhythm, steady as a clock Doin' a little thing called the hillbilly rock So when the heat starts to risin' and you gotta blow some steam Take a ride down the river, you'll see just what I mean The juke joint's jumpin', when that cat goes on The whole place is shakin', there's a something goin' on It's the hillbilly rock, beat it with a drum Playin' them guitars like shootin from a gun Keepin' up the rhythm, steady as a clock Doin' a little thing called the hillbilly rock Doin' a little thing called the hillbilly rock Doin' a little thing called the hillbilly rock
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Written by: PAUL KENNERLEY
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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13 facts about this song
Production"Hillbilly Rock" was produced by notable American record producer Richard Bennett in association with Tony Brown.
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AlbumThe song serves as the title track for Marty Stuart's third studio album. The album "Hillbilly Rock" was released in 1989.
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Record LabelThe song was hosted by MCA Records, a music recording company based in Los Angeles, which has housed various other big-name artists.
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Songwriters"Hillbilly Rock" was written by Marty Stuart and Paul Kennerley, a British songwriter known for his collaboration with other country artists.
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Chart PerformanceThe song was a hit on the Billboard country music charts, making its way to the number 8 position.
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Music Style"Hillbilly Rock" is known for its blend of traditional country sound with a modern rock influence, which was a genre-altering moment for country music in the late 80s.
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VideoThe music video for "Hillbilly Rock" was often played on music TV channels and was well-known for its lively dance sequences and energetic performance by Marty Stuart and his band.
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GuitarIn the "Hillbilly Rock" song, Marty Stuart showcases his excellent guitar playing skills. He specifically plays a mandolin in the song that was once owned by the late country star, Hank Williams Sr.
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AwardsThough the song did not win any major music awards, its album was nominated for the "Best Country Vocal Performance" at the Grammy awards.
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Legacy"Hillbilly Rock" set the standard for the neo-traditionalist country music movement of the late 1980s and early 1990s. Its successful blending of country and rock influences opened doors for many future artists in these genres.
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Bonus TrackIn the 2003 re-release of the "Hillbilly Rock" album, a live version of the song was included as a bonus track, showcasing the electric energy the song brought to Stuart's concerts.
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CoverMarty Stuart's "Hillbilly Rock" has been covered by other artists like The Woolpackers, highlighting its popularity across versions and artists.
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InfluenceConsidered an emblematic tune of Stuart's career, the song continues to influence many contemporary country artists and remains a fan favorite in country music playlists.
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