The Guitar Song
Jamey Johnson
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I'm just a guitar in the pawn shop on the corner And I'm waiting for someone to play me now and then My strings are kinda rusty and I'm a little dusty Oh but you'd be to if you've been where I've been I did some shows with Haggard back in 1967 And I'm just dying for someone to play me back home I'm just a guitar in the pawn shop on the corner Hey come on by and listen to my song I've seen at least a million of those tiny smoke bar rooms And I've help to heal some heartaches And I've helped to sell some beer And the last one that held me Just couldn't wait to sell me And for twenty eight dollars and left me hanging here But I dream about the spotlight And the roaring of the people And I wonder if I'm ever gonna hear 'em sing along I'm just a guitar in the pawn shop on the corner Hey come on by and listen to my song I've got a lot of memories And a song or two left in me And some day someone'll pick me up And play me back home I'm just a guitar in the pawn shop on the corner Hey come on by and listen to my song Won't ya come back by and listen to my song
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Written by: BILL ANDERSON, JAMEY JOHNSON, VICKY MC GEHEE
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10 facts about this song
Artist BackgroundJamey Johnson is an American country singer and songwriter who rose to fame in the mid-2000s. Johnson is known for his deep, resonant voice and traditional country sound.
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Album Information"The Guitar Song" is the title track of Jamey Johnson's fourth studio album, which was released in 2010. The album is a double album, with 25 tracks divided into two parts -- "The Black Album" and "The White Album."
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Song ThemeThe song "The Guitar Song" is a conversation between a musician and his old guitar, with the instrument serving as a metaphor for life and its trials. It tells a story of hardship and redemption, tying closely into the themes of the album.
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SongwritingJohnson co-wrote "The Guitar Song" with Bill Anderson and Vicky McGehee. Anderson, a country music veteran, was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1975.
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Critical ReceptionThe album "The Guitar Song" received critical acclaim, with many praising its blend of traditional and modern country sounds. It debuted at No.1 on the Billboard Top Country Albums and was nominated for the Best Country Album at the 53rd Grammy Awards.
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Commercial Success"The Guitar Song" album achieved commercial success, certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
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Live PerformancesIn his live performances, Johnson regularly performs "The Guitar Song". The haunting and soulful tune showcases his deep, powerful voice, and its meaningful lyrics resonate with many of his fans.
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Other Noteworthy SongsBesides the title track, the album "The Guitar Song" also includes other noteworthy songs like "Playing the Part," "Heartache," and "That's How I Don't Love You."
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Album ArtworkThe cover art for "The Guitar Song" features a close-up image of Johnson's hand strumming his guitar, further highlighting the significance of the guitar both in the title track and throughout the album.
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Continuing ImpactToday, "The Guitar Song" remains a beloved track among fans of Jamey Johnson and is seen as a testament to his skill as a songwriter and arranger.
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