Moon over Georgia

Shenandoah

About Moon over Georgia

"The Moon Over Georgia" is a song written by Mark Narmore and recorded by American country music group Shenandoah. It was released in April 1991 as the fourth single from their album Extra Mile. The song reached number 9 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart in July 1991.


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1996
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He owns a big estate just south of Savannah
And a high rise hotel in downtown Atlanta
And half the state of Georgia to his name...
She'd be set for life in his colonial manor
He'd lay the world at her feet on a silver platter
But all I had to offer her was the moon.

And she took the moon over Georgia
She'd rather have a million stars in the sky than a gold mine.
She took the moon over Georgia
When it came down to his world or mine she took
The moon over Georgia.

A little country house in need of expansion
It's a far cry from his south Georgia mansion
But we've got our own paradise
Shadow dancing till dawn with a full moon shining
And those occasional clouds all have a silver lining
There really must be something about that old yellow light

'Cause she took the moon over Georgia
She'd rather have a million stars in the sky than a gold mine
She took the moon over Georgia
When it came down to his world or mine she took
The moon over Georgia.

She took the moon over Georgia

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Shenandoah

Shenandoah is an American country music group founded in Muscle Shoals, Alabama in 1984 by Marty Raybon (lead vocals, acoustic guitar), Ralph Ezell (bass guitar, backing vocals), Stan Thorn (keyboards, backing vocals), Jim Seales (lead guitar, backing vocals), and Mike McGuire (drums, background vocals). Thorn and Ezell left the band in the mid-1990s, with Rocky Thacker taking over on bass guitar; Keyboardist Stan Munsey joined the line up in 1995. The band split up in 1997 after Raybon left. Seals, Munsey and McGuire reformed the band in 2000 with lead singer Brent Lamb, who was in turn replaced by Curtis Wright and then by Jimmy Yeary. Ezell rejoined in the early 2000s, and after his 2007 death, he was replaced by Mike Folsom. more »

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Written by: MARK NARMORE

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9 facts about this song

Release and Ranking
"Moon Over Georgia" was released in April 1991 as the fourth single from Shenandoah's album "Extra Mile". It climbed the charts and peaked at number 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.
Band Composition
"Shenandoah" is a popular American country music band that was founded in Muscle Shoals, Alabama in 1984. The band has seen changes in its lineup over the years, but has consistently produced chart-topping music, with "Moon Over Georgia" being one of their most popular songs.
Songwriters
The song was written by Mark Narmore, a songwriter known for penning the words to several other popular country songs. Narmore drew inspiration from the southern charm of Georgia to create the lyrics for "Moon Over Georgia."
Genre
Like most of Shenandoah's music, "Moon Over Georgia" falls into the country music genre. It features easily identifiable country elements such as twangy guitar sounds, a strong storytelling component in the lyrics, and a heavy emphasis on vocal harmonies.
Song Theme
The lyrics of "Moon Over Georgia" tell a story of unrequited love, where the singer confesses his feelings to a woman who prefers wealth over love. He tells her that though he can't offer material riches, he can offer the moon over Georgia, symbolizing humble but genuine love.
Performance Style
Polished vocal harmonies are a signature of Shenandoah's sound, and "Moon Over Georgia" is no exception. The song showcases lead vocalist Marty Raybon's distinctive voice, with the other band members providing rich backing vocals.
Reception
Critics praised "Moon Over Georgia" for its soulful performance and relatable lyricism. It reaffirmed Shenandoah's reputation as a top-tier country band and remains a radio staple even decades after its release.
Music Video
A music video was produced for "Moon Over Georgia" featuring the band playing in scenic outdoor locales and narrative scenes that mirror the lyrics of the song.
Accolades
"Moon Over Georgia" contributed to the success of the album "Extra Mile", which achieved gold status in the U.S. A testament to its enduring popularity is that it often features in playlists and compilations of the best country music hits from the 90s.

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