Tumbleweed

Sylvia

About Tumbleweed

"Tumbleweed" is a song written by Kye Fleming and Dennis Morgan, and recorded by American country music artist Sylvia. It was released in September 1980 as the second single from the album Drifter. The song reached #10 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.


Year:
1997
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Tumbleweed, you're living a cowboy's dream
Tumbleweed, freedom is the air you breathe
But if you don't stop long enough
To let yourself fall in love
Tumbleweed, you're gonna end up lonely

You've been riding the range all alone for so long
No one can hold you, the wind is too strong
I'd tell you I love you and ask you to stay
But you're already drifting away

Tumbleweed, you're living a cowboy's dream
Tumbleweed, freedom is the air you breathe
But if you don't stop long enough
To let yourself fall in love
Tumbleweed, you're gonna end up lonely

You won't be broken, you won't be tied down
You drift with the wind barely touching the ground
But late at night out there under the stars
There's an empty place in your arms

Tumbleweed, you're living a cowboy's dream
Tumbleweed, freedom is the air you breathe
But if you don't stop long enough
To let yourself fall in love
Tumbleweed, you're gonna end up lonely

Tumbleweed you're gonna end up lonely
Tumbleweed

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Sylvia

Sylvia Jane Kirby (born December 9, 1956, in Kokomo, Indiana), known as Sylvia, is an American country music and country pop singer and songwriter.Some original source books have her birth name as Sylvia Kirby Allen however this may simply be a stage name she was trying to use but consequently used only her first name. There was also a point in time that she used Syliva Rutledge She is currently using her married name and is promoted as Sylvia Hutton. more »

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Written by: DENNIS W. MORGAN, RHONDA KYE FLEMING

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group

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11 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Tumbleweed" is a classic country song performed by Sylvia, an American country and pop singer.
Album Appearance
The song "Tumbleweed" appears on Sylvia's eighth studio album, "It's All in the Family," released in 2016.
Song Theme
"Tumbleweed" tells the story of a strong, independent woman, evoking imagery of the American West with its title and lyrical content.
Collaborative Effort
The album "It's All in the Family," where "Tumbleweed" is featured, is a collaborative effort between Sylvia and her longtime collaborator, John Mock.
Music Reinvention
The song signifies a dynamic musical reinvention of Sylvia, who initially rose to fame in the 1980s. She entered the new century with a more mature, thoughtful musical expression, as reflected in "Tumbleweed."
Out-of-Genre Influence
While the song is essentially a country track, "Tumbleweed," like the other songs in the album, contains traces of pop, folk, and Celtic influences.
Songwriting
Sylvia co-wrote "Tumbleweed" along with John Mock, her longtime producer, and instrumentalist.
Sound Design
The song features a rich acoustic sound design, staying faithful to Sylvia's roots in traditional country music but also showcasing her growth as an artist.
Honest Storytelling
"Tumbleweed" contains elements of storytelling that resonate with many listeners. Sylvia's honest lyricism effectively paints a vivid picture of a woman's journey, capturing the trials and triumphs in her life.
Audience Reception
Despite not achieving the same level of commercial success as Sylvia's earlier work, "Tumbleweed" has been appreciated by fans for its moving storytelling and Sylvia's soulful vocals.
Sylvia's Evolution
The release of "Tumbleweed" is seen as a part of Sylvia's artistic evolution. She stepped away from country-pop stardom of the 80s and started exploring deeper, storytelling songwriting, creating music that is closer to her heart.

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