On the Verge

Collin Raye

About On the Verge

"On the Verge" is a song written by Hugh Prestwood, and recorded by American country music artist Collin Raye. It was released in February 1997 as the sixth and final single from Raye's album I Think About You. The song reached #2 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart in May 1997.


Year:
1995
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Well they shouldn't have played that good,
I got carried away and let the music,
Go to my head.
Well she shouldn't have worn that dress,
The way it curled around when she was spinnin',
Just killed me dead.
My heart began to tell my body and my soul,
That it had gotten in the mood to lose control.

Oh no!
When did neon light turn into moon glow?
When did that jukebox turn into a rainbow?
I'm about to give into this urge.
Once more slow dance,
With her arms around me,
One more long glance,
And nothing will slow down me,
I've got no chance,
If I'm not in love I'm on the verge.

All I wanted to be was cool.
It ain't my style to over heat,
Much less burn.
But as we floated across the floor,
All at once I flashed right past the point,
Of no return.
And when we said goodnight,
The sun was on the rise,
And any stars that hadn't set,
Had fallen in my eyes.

Oh no!
When did neon light turn into moon glow?
When did that jukebox turn into a rainbow?
I'm about to give into this urge.
Once more slow dance,
With her arms around me,
One more long glance,
And nothing will slow down me,
I've got no chance,
If I'm not in love I'm on the verge.

Once more slow dance,
With her arms around me,
One more long glance,
And nothing will slow down me,
I've got no chance,
If I'm not in love I'm on the verge.
Oh
If I'm not in love I'm on the verge.

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Collin Raye

Floyd Elliott Wray (born August 22, 1960 in De Queen, Arkansas) is an American country music singer, known professionally as Collin Raye. He made his debut on the American country music scene in 1991 with the release of his debut album All I Can Be, which produced his first Number One hit in "Love, Me". All I Can Be was the first of four consecutive albums released by Raye to achieve platinum certification in the United States for sales of one million copies each. more »

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Written by: HUGH PRESTWOOD

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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10 facts about this song

Label Classification
"On the Verge" is classified under the Country genre. It is a well-known hit song from the 90s Country scene.
Artist Background
The artist, Collin Raye, is renowned for his heartfelt country ballads, protein-packed compositions, often delivered with a distinctly contemporary sheen, suitable for crossover pop-crossover points.
Album Details
"On the Verge" is part of the 1995 album "I Think About You". It's the fifth studio album by the American country music artist, Collin Raye.
Chart Performance
On March 9, 1997, "On the Verge" reached number one on the US Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart, becoming Collin Raye's fourth number one hit.
Song Composition
The song is written by the talented trio of Hugh Prestwood, Tommy Rocco, and Charlie Black.
Music Video
The music video for "On the Verge" was directed by Steven Goldmann. The video features a unique storytelling approach that reflects the song's lyrics and its catchy tune.
Emotional Resonance
"On the Verge" is known for its emotional depth, resonating with audiences for its thematic connection to the feelings of being on the brink of something momentous, particularly in love.
Critical Response
The song received positive reviews from music critics for its catchy tune and heartfelt lyrics. It is often regarded as one of Collin Raye's best works.
Song Length
The track's duration is approximately 3 minutes and 45 seconds, making it a relatively standard length for a country song of its era.
Live Performances
"On the Verge" has been a staple of Raye's live performances since its release, often eliciting a strong audience response because of its nostalgic lyrics and beautiful melody.

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