My Old Friend

Tim McGraw

About My Old Friend

"My Old Friend" is a song written by Craig Wiseman and Steve McEwan, and performed by American country music artist Tim McGraw. It was released in September 2005 as the fifth and final single from his album Live Like You Were Dying. It peaked at number 6 on the country music charts.


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Damn, I hope no one dies on this night shift tonight
Always lit up like a Roman candle
Everybody comes in like they're looking for a fight
I'll have to tell his family as he rides off to heaven
And twenty minutes later I'm drinkin' my coffee down at the 7-11
I'm workin', yeah, I'm workin'

All these truckers out here drive with one hand on the wheel and a cellphone to their ear
Apologizing for somethin' they missed or can't get too
I'm sorry, too, my dear
Yeah, but that's the way it goes, and we sure need the money
This life of ours is far from perfect, ain't it, honey?
But I'm workin'
Baby, I'm workin'

So make the kids do their homework before you put 'em to bed
And there's dinner in the fridge; make sure everybody gets fed
And I know I won't get to see you before you leave for your day
I guess it's the only time that we get to say
"I love you, baby, I love you"

So the last kid's on the school bus as I lay me down to sleep
And I keep hurryin', and worryin', and wonderin', and prayin' for all my soul can keep
And I know I couldn't do it if you weren't there
There'd be no home to come home to, no reason to care

So I just had to call you before I faded away
I guess it's the only time that we get to say
"I love you, baby, I love you."
I love you, I love you

Damn, I hope no one dies on this night shift tonight

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Tim McGraw

Samuel Timothy "Tim" McGraw (born May 1, 1967) is an American country singer and actor. Many of McGraw's albums and singles have topped the country music charts with total album sales in excess of 40 million units in the US, making him the eighth best-selling artist, and the third best-selling country singer, in the Soundscan era. He is married to country singer Faith Hill and is the son of former baseball player Tug McGraw. more »

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Written by: STEVE MC EWAN

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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10 facts about this song

Country Music Genre
"My Old Friend" is a song by Tim McGraw, an acclaimed American country singer. This genre often contains songs about love, heartbreak, and life experiences.
Release Details
The song is from the album "Live Like You Were Dying," which was released in 2004. The album is named after another popular McGraw song that won numerous awards.
Chart Performance
"My Old Friend" charted on the US Billboard Hot Country Songs, which confirms its popularity among country music lovers.
Music Video
The music video for "My Old Friend" shows a series of photographs that feature Tim McGraw in various situations with his family, friends, and during concerts, reflecting the theme of the song about nostalgia and friendship.
Song Theme
The song celebrates long-lasting friendships. It expresses the bond between two people that lasts despite separations, passing years, and changing circumstances.
Hidden Depth
"My Old Friend" may seem like a simple song about friendship, but it holds depth, with lines about how friends can support each other during the toughest moments in life.
Songwriters
The lyrics were penned by Steve McEwan and Craig Wiseman, both of whom are notable songwriters in the industry.
Live Performances
Tim McGraw has been known to play "My Old Friend" in concerts many times throughout his career, demonstrating its ongoing resonance with audiences.
Album Success
The "Live Like You Were Dying" album which features "My Old Friend," was a huge commercial success. It received multi-platinum certification in the United States.
Influence on Other Artists
"My Old Friend" and other songs by Tim McGraw have had a significant impact on up-and-coming country artists, helping to shape the contemporary country scene.

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