Anyone Else

Collin Raye

About Anyone Else

"Anyone Else" is a song written by Radney Foster, and recorded by American country music artist Collin Raye. It was released in January 1999 as the third and final single from Raye's album The Walls Came Down. The song reached #4 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart in May 1999 and #1 on the RPM Country Tracks chart in Canada.


Year:
1998
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Baby I bought wine and roses 
On my way home
Yeah, I know we can't afford it 
But life doesn't last too long
This world has gone crazy 
And knocked us both to our knees
I'm fumbling for the words to try 
And tell you I love you 
For hanging onto me
When anyone else 

Would've been long gone 
Packed it up and headed back home
And not a soul would blame you 
After what I put you through
Yeah, anyone else 
Would've gone insane 
Called the game on account of rain
Anyone else, anyone else, anyone else, 
Anyone but you

Mayday, baby, all the rivets 
Popped loose it's a total tailspin
Too much grindstone 
Too little time with you, girl 
You know it's wearing thin
Baby let's trade in these teardrops 
For warm kisses on skin
You got a drawer full of IOU's 
And it's high time 
You called those things in
When anyone else 
Would've been long gone

You've passed up so many chances 
To walk right out the door
Instead of dodging 
A champagne cork 
And watching the wet clothes 
Fall to the floor
When anyone else 
Would've been long gone 
Packed it up and headed back home

And you can hide behind 
A Cheshire cat grin 
But you know it's true
Yeah, anyone else 
Would've gone insane 
Called the game on account of rain
Anyone else, anyone else, 
Anyone but you
Anyone else, girl, anyone but you

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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: RADNEY M. FOSTER

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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15 facts about this song

Song Writer
"Anyone Else" was co-written by hit country songwriters Radney Foster and George Ducas.
Album Inclusion
The song is included in Collin Raye's fifth studio album, "The Walls Came Down".
Chart Performance
It was a big hit, reaching No. 4 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart in 1998.
Genre
"Anyone Else" falls under the genre of traditional country music.
Song Length
The length of the song is about three minutes and fifty seconds while the album version is slightly longer.
Release Date
The song was released in January 1998 as the album's third single.
Music Video
A music video was released for "Anyone Else," directed by Karen Bellone.
Label
The song was released under the Epic Records label.
Live Performances
"Anyone Else" was often included in Collin Raye's live performances and was well-received by audiences.
Song Theme
The song is about a man who is trapped in a loveless relationship but can't bring himself to leave because he doesn't want anyone else to be with his lover.
Critics' Review
Critics praised "Anyone Else" for its authentic and heartfelt lyrics and Raye's powerful vocal delivery.
Commercial Success
"Anyone Else" helped to boost the sales of "The Walls Came Down" album which achieved gold status in the US.
Collaboration
This song marked one of the notable collaborations between Collin Raye and Radney Foster, a relationship that was well appreciated in the country music industry.
Awards
Despite its success, "Anyone Else" did not secure any significant awards or nominations for Collin Raye.
Unique Achievement
"Anyone Else" succeeded in scoring Raye his twelfth Top Ten hit on the country charts, showcasing his consistency in producing hit songs.

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