Shake the Sugar Tree
Pam Tillis
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Love you're gettin' lazy You're forgettin' to give me Sweet sugar words that I want to hear You've been neglectin' me You know jealousy, it is bitter as a green spring berry You're like fruit from a fickle vine You turn sweet in the nick of time Love, you only come alive when you're losin' me And it's a childish game I've got to shake you up just to wake you up To make you love me I'll shake the sugar tree Till I feel your love falling All around me You've got to tend to what you've planted And if you take my love for granted baby I'll shake the sugar tree Another night and you're sleepin' I'm awake and I'm dreamin' Oh honey 'bout the way you used to be A little time's gone by Now do you think that I'm content With the cookin' and the payin' of the rent No, I want to know if your love's all spent I'll shake the sugar tree Till I feel your love falling All around me You've got to tend to what you've planted And if you take my love for granted baby I'll shake the sugar tree I've got to raise some commotion Before you show me Some real emotion
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Written by: CHAPIN HARTFORD
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10 facts about this song
Artist Information"Shake the Sugar Tree" is a song by Pam Tillis, an American country music singer and actress who began performing in the late 1980s. She is known for her multitude of successful singles, as well as being the daughter of country legend Mel Tillis.
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Release DateThe song was released in June 1992.
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Album Details"Shake the Sugar Tree" is featured on Pam Tillis's studio album, "Homeward Looking Angel". This album was her second major-label album, following 1991's "Put Yourself in My Place."
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Song Writer"Shake The Sugar Tree" was written by Chapin Hartford, one of Nashville's most sought-after songwriters.
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Chart PerformanceUpon its release, "Shake the Sugar Tree" rose to become a Top 5 hit on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart, peaking at number 3 in September 1992.
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Music VideoThe music video accompanying the song was directed by Michael Salomon, a well-known director who has worked with many popular country artists. It features Pam Tillis in a country store, with scenes of her performing the song.
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AcclaimThe song is frequently cited as one of Pam Tillis' signature songs and the album itself was certified platinum in the United States.
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Live PerformancesTillis often performs "Shake the Sugar Tree" live at concerts and the song continues to be a crowd favorite.
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Lyrics InterpretationThe phrase "Shake the Sugar Tree" is an idiom referring to provoking or stirring up a situation to get a desired outcome. In the context of the song, it refers to provoking feelings or reactions in a relationship.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by various artists in different music genres over the years, highlighting its enduring popularity.
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