Who's Gonna Take the Garbage Out

Ernest Tubb

About Who's Gonna Take the Garbage Out

"Who's Gonna Take the Garbage Out" is a song written by Johnny Tillotson and Teddy Wilburn that was originally performed by American country music artists Loretta Lynn and Ernest Tubb. It was released as a single in May 1969 via Decca Records.


Year:
1969
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I take too much abuse to me that's all I ever get
Yeah callin' a man like you a husband is just like callin' old wild cat a pet
You'd better stop your runnin' around say nothin' stop movin' on
But who's gonna take your garbage out when I've packed my bags and gone
Each day you walk off over me can't you take another out
If you start actin' like married man maybe we could find the way to work things out
You'll find your key won't fit the lock if you keep on a keepin' on
But who's gonna take your garbage out when I've packed my bags and gone
I know you think I'm runnin' round and that's why you're so peaked
That's another lie of that same old stuff but I hope you don't expect me to belive
Though after night you don't come back cause you just love the home
But who's gonna take your garbage out when I've packed my bags and gone

[ steel ]

I know you think I'm runnin' round...
Honey who's gonna take your garbage out when I've packed my bags and gone
You're gonna miss me honey gal
Ah you're kiddin'

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Ernest Tubb

Ernest Dale Tubb (February 9, 1914 – September 6, 1984), nicknamed the Texas Troubadour, was an American singer and songwriter and one of the pioneers of country music. His biggest career hit song, "Walking the Floor Over You" (1941), marked the rise of the honky tonk style of music. In 1948, he was the first singer to record a hit version of "Blue Christmas", a song more commonly associated with Elvis Presley and his mid-1950s version. Another well-known Tubb hit was "Waltz Across Texas" (1965), which became one of his most requested songs and is often used in dance halls throughout Texas during waltz lessons. Tubb recorded duets with the then up-and-coming Loretta Lynn in the early 1960s, including their hit "Sweet Thang". Tubb is a member of the Country Mu… more »

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Written by: JOHNNY TILLOTSON, LUCILLE COSENZA, TEDDY WILBURN

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11 facts about this song

Song Identity
"Who's Gonna Take the Garbage Out" is a country song performed by legendary American singers Ernest Tubb and Loretta Lynn.
Release Information
The track was released in 1969 as part of the collaborative album "If We Put Our Heads Together" by Ernest Tubb and Loretta Lynn.
Chart Performance
Despite the popularity of the collaborating artists, "Who's Gonna Take the Garbage Out" did not reach the top of the Billboard country charts.
Cover Version
John Prine and Iris DeMent covered the song in Prine’s 2016 album, "For Better, or Worse". The cover was well-received and brought the song back to the public's attention.
Songwriting Credit
The song was written by Johnny Tillotson, a pop singer-songwriter who had a few crossover hits in the 1960s.
Lyrical Theme
The song's lyrics humorously address the quintessential domestic disagreements that often occur in marriages, developing its charm from its relatable content.
Iconic Collaboration
"Who's Gonna Take the Garbage Out" is one of the several duets from Ernest Tubb and Loretta Lynn, who frequently collaborated throughout their careers.
Recognition
The duets of Ernest Tubb and Loretta Lynn, including "Who's Gonna Take the Garbage Out", are recognized as an essential contribution to classic country music.
Loretta Lynn's Success
At the time of the song's release, Loretta Lynn was already reaching the height of her success, known for her hits like "Coal Miner's Daughter," which solidified her position in country music history.
Ernest Tubb's Legacy
Tubb, known as the "Texas Troubadour", had an influential career in country music, and his collaborations with Loretta Lynn, including "Who's Gonna Take the Garbage Out", are considered some of his significant works.
Unique Style
The combination of Ernest Tubb's honky tonk style and Loretta Lynn's country twang creates a unique sound and narrative in "Who's Gonna Take the Garbage Out".

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