Grandpa Told Me So

Kenny Chesney

About Grandpa Told Me So

"Grandpa Told Me So" is a song written by Mark Alan Springer and James Dean Hicks, and recorded by American country music artist Kenny Chesney. It was released in November 1995 as the third and final single from the album All I Need to Know. The song reached number 23 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.


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1995
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If you don't get in the water you're never gonna learn to swim
He said a snake is just as scared of you as you are of him
He could tell by the moon when the fish would bite
Seems there was nothing that he didn't know
And as a kid I believed 'cause Grandpa told me so

He talked Daddy into letting me have my first car
I thought I was really something 'til Becky Thompson broke my heart
That first taste of love really did me in
Getting over her slow
And I knew someday I would 'cause Grandpa told me so

He said life is made for you to live
The best love is the love that you give
There'll be times when you want to hold on but you gotta let go
And I live by those words 'cause Grandpa told me so

I promised him I wouldn't cry when it was his time to leave
That's the only promise I made him I couldn't keep
He smiled from his bed and said we'll meet again
Somewhere down the road
And I believe 'cause Grandpa told me so

He said life is made for you to live
The best love is the love that you give
There'll be times when you want to hold on but you gotta let go
And I live by those words 'cause Grandpa told me so

He said life is made for you to live
The best love is the love that you give
There'll be times when you want to hold on but you gotta let go
And I live by those words 'cause Grandpa told me so

Yeah and I still believe
Grandpa told me so
Grandpa told me so
I still believe
Grandpa told me so
I still believe...

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Kenny Chesney

Kenneth Arnold "Kenny" Chesney (born March 26, 1968) is an American country music singer and songwriter. Chesney has recorded 15 albums, 14 of which have been certified gold or higher by the RIAA. He has also produced more than 30 Top Ten singles on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Songs charts, 22 of which climbed to the top of the charts. more »

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Written by: HICKS, SPRINGER

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15 facts about this song

Artist
"Grandpa Told Me So" is a song by American country music singer and songwriter Kenny Chesney.
Album
The song is from Chesney's second studio album, "All I Need to Know," released in 1995.
Track Info
"Grandpa Told Me So" is the fourth track on Chesney's "All I Need To Know" album.
Peak Positions
The song achieved notable chart success. It peaked at number 23 on Billboard's Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.
Production
The song was produced by Barry Beckett and Jim Ed Norman.
Songwriters
"Grandpa Told Me So" was penned by Mark Alan Springer and Phillip Brian White.
Nostalgic Lyrics
The lyrics of the song are nostalgic, reflecting on the wisdom and advices given by a grandpa, a common theme in country music.
Storytelling
Chesney is known for his storytelling in songs and "Grandpa Told Me So" is a perfect example of this, with its compelling narrative about childhood, growth, and the timeless wisdom of elders.
Impact
This was one of the songs that helped establish Chesney's image as a down-to-earth country boy with a love for traditional values and simple pleasures, which has become iconic in his career.
Notable line
A notable line from this song is "If you don't get in the water, you're never gonna learn to swim". This metaphor signifies the importance of taking risks and learning from experiences.
Musical Style
The song features an acoustic guitar and the pedal steel guitar, producing a sound that is distinctly country in its style.
Live Performances
"Grandpa Told Me So" has been a fan favorite during Chesney's live performances, even many years after its initial release.
Music Video
The music video of the song featured Kenny Chesney telling stories to his young nephews about their grandpa and the lessons he taught him.
In Comparison
Despite not reaching the top ten on the Billboard Country chart, the song remains one of Chesney's most cherished and loved songs among fans, demonstrating his knack for connecting with his audience.
Release Date
The song was released as a single on December 2, 1995.

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