Millionaire

Chris Stapleton

About Millionaire

"Millionaire" is a song recorded by American singer-songwriter Chris Stapleton for his third studio album From A Room: Volume 2 (2018). It was written by Kevin Welch in 2002, and soul singer Solomon Burke included it on his 2006 country music tribute album Nashville. The song was released as a promotional single of Volume 2 on October 20, 2017, and was released to country radio as the album's first single on April 23, 2018. The song received a nomination for Best Country Solo Performance at the 61st Annual Grammy Awards.  


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2017
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They say "Love is more precious than gold"
Can't be bought and it can't be sold
I got love enough to spare
That makes me a millionaire

I got a woman with eyes that shine
Down deep as a diamond mine
She's my treasure so very rare
She's made me a millionaire

When we ride around, ride around this old town
In the beat-up car, with the windows down
People look at her and they look at me
And say "That boy is sure living in luxury"
Sweet luxury

'Cause love is more precious than gold
It can't be bought, no, never could be sold
I got love enough to share
That makes me a millionaire

When the kisses fall from everywhere
Life reaches on, millionaire
When the pocket's are empty and the cover is bare
I still feel like a millionaire

'Cause love is more precious than gold
It can't be bought, no,  and it can't be sold
I got love enough to spare
That makes me a millionaire

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Chris Stapleton

Christopher Alvin Stapleton (born April 15, 1978) is an American singer-songwriter, guitarist, and record producer. He was born in Lexington, Kentucky, and grew up in Staffordsville, Kentucky, until moving to Nashville, Tennessee, in 2001 to pursue a career in music writing songs. Subsequently, Stapleton signed a contract with Sea Gayle Music to write and publish his music.As of 2018 Stapleton has amassed credits writing and co-writing over 170 songs. He has co-written six number-one country songs including Kenny Chesney's five-week number-one "Never Wanted Nothing More", George Strait's "Love's Gonna Make It Alright", and Luke Bryan's "Drink a Beer". His songs have appeared on many artists albums including Adele, Brad Paisley, a… more »

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Written by: KEVIN STEPHEN WELCH

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10 facts about this song

Origin of the Song
"Millionaire" was originally written and performed by Kevin Welch. Despite being written in the early 2000s, it didn't gain significant exposure until Chris Stapleton covered it.
Chris Stapleton's Version
In 2017, country artist Chris Stapleton brought the song to mainstream attention when he included it in his album "From A Room: Volume 2." His version was a big hit, reaching number two on the Billboard US Country chart and receiving critical acclaim for Stapleton's raw vocals and soulful interpretation
The Song's Theme
The song talks about the wealth of love, indicating that a man who is rich in love, even without financial wealth, can be considered a millionaire because of his emotional riches.
Solomon Burke's Cover
Before Chris Stapleton's version, late soul singer Solomon Burke also covered "Millionaire" for his album Nashville in 2006.
Country Music Awards Recognition
Stapleton's rendition of "Millionaire" was nominated for Best Country Solo Performance at the 61st Grammy Awards.
Stapleton's Performance
Stapleton first performed "Millionaire" at a charity event in 2016, a year before it was officially released.
Songwriter Credits
While Welch wrote the song, Chris Stapleton, as the performer of the most successful version, is often associated with it. However, Stapleton always credited Welch during interviews and performances, acknowledging the original songwriter for his work.
The Song's Impact
"Millionaire" has left a considerable mark in the music industry, mainly for its heartfelt lyrics and Stapleton's outstanding performance. It has also inspired many aspiring musicians and songwriters to explore the themes of love and wealth in their musical creations.
Music Video
The music video for Chris Stapleton's "Millionaire" was released in May 2018. It features mostly live concert footage, showcasing Stapleton’s on-stage chemistry with his wife, Morgane Stapleton, who also performs in his band.
Critic Reviews
Music critics universally lauded Stapleton's cover of "Millionaire." The Rolling Stone, for instance, cited it as an instance of Stapleton showcasing his ability to transform any song into a country music masterpiece by virtue of his extraordinary voice and interpretive skills.

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