Southern Voice

Tim McGraw

About Southern Voice

"Southern Voice" is a song written by Bob DiPiero and Tom Douglas and recorded by American country music artist Tim McGraw. It was released in September 2009 as the second single and title track from McGraw's 2009 album of the same name. For the week dated January 30, 2010, the song reached Number One on the U. S. Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, becoming his 23rd number one hit and his first since "Last Dollar (Fly Away)" in April 2007.


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2009
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Hank Williams sang it
Number three drove it
Chuck Berry twanged it
Will Farmer wrote it
Aretha Franklin sold it
Dolly Parton graced it
Rosa Parks rode it
Scarlett O chased it

Smooth as the hickory wind
That blows from Memphis
Down to Apalachicola
It's hi y'all did ya eat well
Come on in I'm
Sure glad to know ya
Don't let this old goat cross
In this Allman Brothers t-shirt throw ya
It's cicadas making noise
With the southern voice

Hank Aaron smacked it
Michael Jordan dunked it
Pocahontas tracked it
Jack Daniels drunk it
Tom Petty rocked it
Dr. King paved it
Bear Bryant won it
Billy Graham saved it

Smooth as the hickory wind
That blows from Memphis
Down to Apalachicola
It's hi y'all did ya eat well
Come on in I'm
Sure glad to know ya
Don't let this old goat cross
In this Crimson Tide t-shirt throw ya
It's cicadas making noise
With the southern voice

Jesus is my friend
America is my home
Sweet iced tea and Jerry Lee
Daytona Beach
That's what gets to me
I can feel it in my bones

Smooth as the hickory wind
That blows from Memphis
Down to Apalachicola
It's hi y'all did ya eat well
Come on in child
I'm sure glad to know ya
Don't let this old goat cross
In this Charlie Daniels t-shirt throw ya
We're just boys making noise
With the southern voice

Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Southern voice
I got a southern voice
A southern voice

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Tim McGraw

Samuel Timothy "Tim" McGraw (born May 1, 1967) is an American country singer and actor. Many of McGraw's albums and singles have topped the country music charts with total album sales in excess of 40 million units in the US, making him the eighth best-selling artist, and the third best-selling country singer, in the Soundscan era. He is married to country singer Faith Hill and is the son of former baseball player Tug McGraw. more »

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Written by: Bob Dipiero, Tom Douglas

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Round Hill Music Big Loud Songs, Songtrust Ave

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10 facts about this song

Release Details
"Southern Voice" is a song recorded and released by American country music artist Tim McGraw. It dropped on August 24, 2009, as the second single and title track from his tenth studio album of the same name.
Chart Performance
The song performed incredibly well. It reached number one on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Songs chart in December 2009, securing Tim McGraw's 23rd number one hit.
Songwriters
The song was penned by the talented Bob DiPiero and Tom Douglas. Both of them are Hall-of-Fame songwriters and have written many popular songs for a wide array of artists.
Lyrics
The song lyrics pay homage to southern icons and folklore, mentioning famous southern figures and references like Michael Jordan, Hank Aaron, "Dolly Parton grins," "Delta goodrem," "Tom Petty," and many others.
Album Success
The "Southern Voice" album debuted at number two on the U.S. Billboard 200 and at number one on the Top Country Albums chart in the United States, making the title track even more significant.
Music Video
The music video for "Southern Voice" was directed by Sherman Halsey. It depicts Tim McGraw singing amid various scenic outdoor locales and also includes intercut footage of iconic southern landscapes.
Vocal Execution
Fans and critics have praised Tim McGraw's vocal performance in "Southern Voice," noting his smooth and soulful delivery that perfectly complements the song's reflective and celebratory lyrics.
Concert Performances
Since the release, "Southern Voice" has been an integral part of Tim McGraw's live performances, often eliciting a strong response from audiences familiar with the song.
Critical Reception
Reviewers have applauded the song for its country-rock sound and appreciative portrayal of southern cultural heritage.
Cultural Influence
With its celebration of the south's impactful figures, "Southern Voice" has shaped its cultural identity, embracing regional pride while maintaining a universal appeal.

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