Goin' Down Hill
John Anderson
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It all started at a corner table Sippin' on a Jack and Coke When the sun found us the next mornin' We were actin' like married folk The weekend, it weakened me And drained me of my will, you got me Goin' down hill, you got me goin' down hill And still I can't get my fill of you I've spent all my money I've lost my respect You got me walkin' in circles, honey And I'm a nervous wreck I stay just one step Ahead of a welfare dollar bill, you got me Goin' down hill, you got me goin' down hill And still I can't get my fill of you And I was voted most likely back in '79 I was headed right to the top Honey, all I needed was time But you put some lovin' on me I swear was so unreal, you got me Goin' down hill, you got me goin' down hill And still I can't get my fill of you I can't eat, I can't sleep, I think about you From daylight to dawn I bet I won't weigh fifteen pounds When they drag my body home Just like a junkie hooked on dope I'm hooked on your thrill Goin' down hill, you got me goin' down hill And still I can't get my fill of you
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Written by: JOHN DAVID ANDERSON, BILLY LEE TUBB
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
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9 facts about this song
Release and Reception"Goin' Down Hill" was released in 1993 as part of John Anderson's album "Solid Ground". Despite not being a single, it contributed to the overall success of this album and helped it to achieve mainstream success in the country music genre.
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Album RankingThe album, "Solid Ground", which includes "Goin' Down Hill", peaked at #7 on the US Billboard Top Country Albums chart, demonstrating its significant commercial impact and Anderson's overall popularity during this period.
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Artist CollaborationThe album "Solid Ground" features collaborations with various prominent musicians. Although it is unclear if any contributed to "Goin' Down Hill" specifically, their collective influence can be heard throughout the album.
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Song Duration"Goin' Down Hill" is relatively short, running at just over 2 and a half minutes. This is fairly typical of country music songs and within Anderson's usual range.
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SongwritersThe song was co-written by Lionel Delmore and Robert Joseph Beckham. These two have worked together on several successful songs for various artists, including Anderson.
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Musical StyleThe song falls under traditional country music genre which features typical instrumentations such as acoustic guitars, steel guitars, and fiddles. Its lyrics and tone reflect the thematic elements common in this genre.
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Lyrics ThemeThe lyrics of "Goin' Down Hill" represent a common theme found in country music - coping with life's struggles. This shared experience with listeners contributed to the song's relatability and popularity.
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LegacyAlthough "Goin' Down Hill" wasn't released as a single, it finds its place on several John Anderson's greatest hits compilations, which signifies its popularity and staying power within his extensive back-catalog.
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Artist BackgroundJohn Anderson, the singer of "Goin' Down Hill", is a renowned country music singer, notable for his string of hits from the 1980s through the early 2000s. He is known for his distinctive vocal style which sets him apart from many of his contemporaries.
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