Sideways

Dierks Bentley

About Sideways

"Sideways" is a song co-written and recorded by American country music artist Dierks Bentley. It was released on March 2, 2009 as the second single from his 2009 album Feel That Fire and as the twelfth single of his career. On the chart week of July 11, 2009, the song became Bentley's seventh Number One hit on the U. S. Billboard Hot Country Songs chart.


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2009
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Hey girl, what's your name?
It's so loud in here I can't hear a thing,
But I sure do like your style,
And I can see you came to rock
In your blue jeans and white tank top,
Man that look drives me wild.

And it's hey now here we go.
DJ don't you play nothing slow
Keep those girls out on the floor
Gotta make them want to come back for more.
Been here since the sun went down,
Be here when it comes back around
Worked all week it's time to play
Gonna get a little bit sideways
Sideways.

Ain't no need to fight
Y'all take that redneck stuff outside
That's what parking lots are for.
Once you're out you ain't coming back
Them velvet ropes ain't got no slack
Man they're busting down the door!

And it's hey now here we go.
DJ don't you play nothing slow
Keep those girls out on the floor
Gotta make them want to come back for more.
Been here since the sun went down,
Be here when it comes back around
Worked all week it's time to play
Gonna get a little bit sideways
Sideways.

That's right

Hey now here we go
(hey now here we go)
DJ don't you play nothing slow
Gotta make 'em wanna (what?) gotta make 'em wanna (what?)
Gotta make 'em wanna come back for more.

It's hey now here we go.
DJ don't you play nothing slow
Keep those girls out on the floor
Gotta make them want to come back for more.
Been here since the sun went down,
Be here when it comes back around
Worked all week it's time to play
Gonna get a little bit sideways
Sideways. Sideways. Sideways.

Hey girl what's your name?
It's so loud in here I can't hear a thing

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Dierks Bentley

Dierks Bentley (born November 20, 1975) is an American country music artist who has been signed to Capitol Records Nashville since 2003. That year, he released his self-titled debut album. Both it and its follow-up, 2005's Modern Day Drifter, are certified platinum in the United States. A third album, 2006's Long Trip Alone, is certified gold. It was followed in mid-2008 by a greatest hits package. His fourth album, Feel That Fire was released in February 2009. A bluegrass studio album, Up on the Ridge, was released on June 8, 2010, and then a sixth album, Home, followed in February 2012. more »

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Written by: DIERKS BENTLEY, JAMES BEAVERS

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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15 facts about this song

Album Release
Released on April 3, 2009, "Sideways" is the second single from Dierks Bentley's fifth studio album, "Feel That Fire."
Billboard Performance
The song was a commercial success, peaking at number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, marking Dierks Bentley's seventh number-one single.
Song Genre
"Sideways" is primarily a country song, but it also includes elements of rock music.
Co-writing
This song is co-written by Dierks Bentley and Jim Beavers, a frequent collaborator with Bentley.
Music Video
Bentley also released a music video for Sideways, which was directed by Michael Salomon and features Bentley performing at a lively party in a bar.
Song Duration
"Sideways" is three minutes and nine seconds long.
Awards
It was nominated for the CMT Music Award for Video of the Year and for Male Video of the Year.
Cover Versions
Other country performers have covered "Sideways," showcasing its popularity within the genre.
Certification
In 2013, "Sideways" was certified Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), meaning it has sold over one million units.
Live Performance
Bentley has often included this lively and upbeat song in his setlist during his concert tours.
Song Theme
Lyrically, "Sideways" is an upbeat song about letting loose and having fun in a bar. It captures Bentley's more playful side.
Song Structure
Unlike many other country songs, "Sideways" uses a repetition of certain phrases as a unique and memorable hook.
Music Style
The song is marked by its rock-tinged, funky guitar riff, which is quite different from Bentley's earlier work.
Track on Album
"Sideways" is the eleventh track on the album "Feel That Fire."
Song Popularity
On Spotify, "Sideways" has been streamed over 39 million times (as of 2021), illustrating its enduring popularity.

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