Why
Rascal Flatts
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You must've a been in a place so dark, couldn't feel the light Reachin' for you through that stormy cloud Now here we are gathered in our little home town This can't be the way you meant to draw a crowd Oh why, that's what I keep askin' Was there anything I could have said or done Oh I, had no clue you were masking a troubled soul, God only knows What went wrong, and why you'd leave the stage in the middle of a song Now in my mind I keep you frozen as a seventeen year old Roundin' third to score that winning run You always played with passion no matter what the game When you took the stage you shined just like the sun Oh why, that's what I keep askin' Was there anything I could have said or done Oh I, had no clue you were masking a troubled soul, God only knows What went wrong, and why you'd leave the stage in the middle of a song Yeah, yeah, yeah Now the oak trees are swayin' in the early autumn breeze The golden sun is shining on my face The tangled thoughts I hear a mockingbird sing This old world really ain't that bad a place Oh why there's no comprehending And who am I to try to judge or explain Oh, but I do have one burning question Who told you life wasn't worth the fight They were wrong They lied And now you're gone And we cried 'Cause It's not like you, to walk away in the middle of a song Your beautiful song Your absolutely beautiful song
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Written by: Robert Mathes, Allen Shamblin
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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13 facts about this song
Song Category"Why” is a song by the American country-pop group Rascal Flatts.
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Release DetailsThe song is from their studio album “Unstoppable,” which was released on April 7, 2009.
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Guest VocalistAlthough it's a Rascal Flatts song, "Why" actually was sung by the band's lead vocalist, Gary LeVox.
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Songwriter"Why" was written by Rob Mathes and Allen Shamblin, renowned songwriters responsible for various hits in the music industry.
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Chart PerformanceThe song peaked at #18 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart in 2009.
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ThemeThe song explores the theme of suicide and its impact on the people left behind, delivering a strongly emotional message.
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Video ConceptIn the music video, the story of a teenager's suicide is told backward, starting from the aftermath and ending with the moments before his decision.
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Charitable CausesA portion of the proceeds from the sale of "Why" was donated by Rascal Flatts to suicide prevention charities to raise awareness about this issue.
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Critic ReceptionCritics were largely positive about the song, with some praising its powerful and melancholic lyrics.
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Fan Response"Why" resonated deeply with the fan base of Rascal Flatts, and has been quoted extensively for its impactful lyrics.
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Unique Song"Why" is considered one of Rascal Flatts' darker and more serious songs, contrasting with the generally upbeat nature of their discography.
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Awards and AccoladesAlthough “Why” wasn’t specifically nominated for an award, the album “Unstoppable" which contains the track, received a nomination for the Country Music Association's "Album of the Year" in 2009.
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Live Performances“Why” was a popular part of Rascal Flatts’ live setlists and was often received with emotional responses from the audience.
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