My Old Man

Rodney Atkins

About My Old Man

"My Old Man" is a song co-written and recorded by American country music artist Rodney Atkins. It was released in October 2002 as the second single from his 2003 album Honesty. The song reached #36 on the US Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart. Atkins wrote this song with Ted Hewitt.


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2003
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Rodney Atkins

Rodney Allan Atkins (born March 28, 1969) is an American country music artist. Signed to Curb Records in 1996, he charted his first single on the Billboard country chart in 1997, but did not release an album until 2003's Honesty, which included the number 4 hit "Honesty (Write Me a List)". more »

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Genre Classification
"My Old Man" falls under the Country genre. Rodney Atkins is a well-known American country music singer and songwriter.
Album Detail
The song is featured in Atkins' fifth studio album, "Caught Up in the Country," released in 2019.
Chart Achievement
"My Old Man" did not chart on the Billboard Hot Country Songs, but the album which it’s part of, "Caught Up in the Country," reached No.18 on the Billboard Top Country Albums.
Lyrical Content
The song is a heartfelt tribute to Atkins' father, exploring themes of love, respect, and admiration.
Song Length
The runtime of "My Old Man" is approximately 3 minutes and 21 seconds, a standard length for many country songs.
Songwriters
"My Old Man" was co-written by Atkins along with Jamie Paulin and Jeremy Stover.
Production Detail
The song was produced by Atkins and veteran producer Ted Hewitt, who also worked on Atkins' other hits.
Music Video
While there isn't an official music video available for "My Old Man," Atkins frequently performs the song live during his concerts, where it is often met with positive audience reception.
Acoustic Version
An acoustic version of "My Old Man" is included on the deluxe edition of "Caught Up in the Country." It offers a stripped-down, more intimate rendition of the touching tribute.
Inspirational Theme
The song serves as an homage to father figures and the vital roles they play, making it particularly popular during occasions such as Father's Day.
Personal Connection
Atkins's admiration for his father, described in the song, is real and personal—making the lyrics even more powerful and resonating with fans who share similar experiences and sentiments about their dads.

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