I Was
Neal McCoy
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Drove up from a rivertown, it was late September early October Thought maybe I could clear my mind and see the leaves turn red Tunes up and the window down On the skyline drive when she flagged me over ?Hallelujah what a beautiful morning? Were the first words that she said Her eyes were blue as the sky on a perfect blue ridge day She said, ?I could use a lift if you're going my way?, and I was, I was headed south, I was headed out Headed nowhere or anywhere we wanted to go The road stretched out in front of us And she was ready to run it just like I was Told me she was twenty-two And she'd just broken out of William and Mary Another summer under Daddy's roof that was all that she could do Her boyfriend, she cut him loose Too cold for a wedding in January She said, ?That's enough about me now tell me about you? I rambled on about broken hearts and staying too long She said, ?I'm sorry, but you were right to move on?, and I was, I was headed south, I was headed out Headed nowhere or anywhere we wanted to go The road stretched out in front of us And she was ready to run it just like I was Ain't it funny how everything hinges on a twist of fate She held my hand and said aren't you amazed and I was, I was headed south, I was headed out Headed nowhere or anywhere we wanted to go The road stretched out in front of us And she was ready to run it just like I was
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Written by: CHARLIE BLACK, PHIL VASSAR
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10 facts about this song
Song Release"I Was" was officially released by independent record label 903 Music on May 9, 2005.
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Chart Performance"I Was" was Neal McCoy's first Top 10 single on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart since 1997. It also peaked at number 5 on this chart, which was a significant achievement for the singer.
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Album DetailsThis song was featured on McCoy's album called "That's Life", which was his first studio album under the label 903 Music.
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Song Writers"I Was" was penned by notable songwriters; Tom Shapiro, Tony Martin, and Mark Nesler.
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Music VideoThe music video for "I Was" was directed by Peter Zavadil, who is a renowned country music video director.
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Critical AcclaimCritics and fans appreciated "I Was" for its heartfelt lyrics and the emotive rendition by McCoy.
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McCoy’s Personal ConnectionNeal McCoy said it was the song's message that resonated with him. He was attracted to the element of nostalgia and the celebration of life's good memories that is present in the song.
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Unique Sound"I Was" was noted for its unique combination of contemporary country and traditional style which contributed significantly to his musical trajectory.
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Record LabelThis song was a major success for the newly formed 903 Music, creating a solid start for the label, which sadly had to close in 2007 due to financial struggles.
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Live Performances"I Was" has been a mainstay in Neal McCoy's live performances and continues to be a fan favorite at his concerts.
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