The Box
Randy Travis
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On the top shelf in the closet, In the workshop where he spent his extra time Was a dust wooden box that I had never noticed till that time And we set on the table and carefully, we opened up the top And stared into the memory Daddy kept inside the box There was a letter from mamma, when she went out to Reno To help her sister out in 62 And a flower from Hawaii, when they went on vacation It was the first time that my Daddy ever flew And the pocket knife I gave to him on Fathers day Years ago, I thought it had been lost We all thought his heart was made from solid rock But that was long before we found the box I guess we always knew it_but "I love you" was hard for him to say Some men show it easy and some just never seem to find the way But that night I began to see the softer side of some I had lost I saw the love he kept inside the first time we opened up the box There was a picture that was taken,when he and Mom were dating Standing by his 1040 Ford and the faded leather Bible, he got when he was baptized I guess no one understood him like the Lord And the poem that he had written, about his wife and children The tender words he spoke were quite a shock We all thought his heart was made of solid rock But that was long before we found the box Yes that was long before we found the box
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Written by: DAVID V. MOORE, ADAM J. RUBENSTEIN
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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11 facts about this song
Song Origin"The Box" is a song performed by American country music artist, Randy Travis. Created by him and Buck Moore, the song has been well loved by fans of country music.
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Album IdentificationIt is part of the album "This Is Me", which is the ninth studio album of Randy Travis, released on April 26, 1994.
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Song ThemeThe song reflects on the memories contained within a series of meaningful items kept in a box by the main character's father in the lyrics. It is a poignant ballad expressing nostalgia and emotional significance of family moments.
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Genre Classification"The Box" falls under the genre of country music, with heart-touching melody and enriched, storytelling lyrics, defining facets of the genre itself.
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Chart PerformanceAlthough not a chart-topper compared to some of Randy Travis' other hits, it still played a significant role in maintaining his popularity during the 1990s in the country music scene.
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Critical ReceptionThe song was praised for its insightful lyrics and Randy's emotive performance. It demonstrated Travis' ability to tell a moving story through his songs.
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Song LengthThe track "The Box" has a duration of approximately 3 minutes and 21 seconds.
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Song ImpactThe song is remembered as a compelling narrative about the importance of familial ties, personal reminiscences, and connection across generations which are commonly valued concepts within society.
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YouTube ViewsThe official music video for “The Box” on Youtube has garnered more than 1 million views since it was uploaded, reflecting its enduring popularity.
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Artist RecognitionRandy Travis is considered one of the key figures in the history of country music and his song "The Box" continues to be a testament to his legacy in the world of country music.
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Song MessageThe underlying message of the song, expressing the importance of one's roots and cherished memories, has left a lasting impact on its listeners. The song's lyrics and narrative continue to touch the hearts of many even decades after its release.
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