Put Some Drive in Your Country

Travis Tritt, Trace Adkins

About Put Some Drive in Your Country

"Put Some Drive in Your Country" is a song written and recorded by American country music artist Travis Tritt. It was released in September 1990 as the fourth single from his debut album Country Club.


Year:
2004
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Well I was raised on country classics
Like Roy Acuff and George Jones
Lord, I loved to hear 'em
But I really got excited 'bout the time I turned 15
That's the first time I heard Waylon and old Bocephus sing
They put some drive in their country that really turned me on

Yeah, put some drive in your country
Keep country drivin' on
When the music gets you movin'
You know that can't be wrong
Every time I hear that outlaw stuff on my car radio
It makes me want to drive it just as fast as it will go
Put some drive in your country
Let's keep country drivin' on

We played some shows in Atlanta on Sunday afternoons
The gigs were packed and I was nervous
Cause I wanted folks to like my tunes
The crowds were full of younger people
They were all about my age
So I turned and told the band just before we walked on stage
Put some drive in your country fellas
We turned those people on

Yeah, put some drive in your country
Keep country drivin' on
When the music gets you dancin'
You know that can't be wrong
See, I made myself a promise when I was just a kid
I'd mix southern rock and country and that's just what I did
Put some drive in your country
Keep country drivin' on

Put some drive in your country
Hey, let's keep country drivin' on
When the music gets you movin'
You know that can't be wrong
I still love old country
I ain't tryin' to put it down
Damn, I miss Duanne Allman
I wish he was still around
Put some drive in the country
Keep country drivin' on

Put some drive in the country
Let's keep country drivin' on

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Travis Tritt

James Travis Tritt (born February 9, 1963) is an American, Grammy-winning, country music singer from Marietta, Georgia. He signed to Warner Bros. Records in 1989, releasing seven studio albums and a greatest hits package for the label between then and 1999. In the 2000s, he released two albums on Columbia Records and one for the defunct Category 5 Records. Seven of his albums (counting the Greatest Hits) are certified platinum or higher by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA); the highest-certified is 1991's It's All About to Change, which is certified triple-platinum. Tritt has also charted more than forty times on the Hot Country Songs charts, including five number ones — "Help Me Hold On," "Anymore," "Can I Trust You with My Heart," "Foolis… more »

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Written by: TRAVIS TRITT

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10 facts about this song

Genre
"Put Some Drive in Your Country" is a notable example of Southern rock-infused country music, demonstrating the artist's unique blend of these two popular genres.
Chart Performance
Despite its popularity, the song wasn't a major chart hit for Travis Tritt. It peaked at only #28 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart in the United States.
Album Debut
The song is a track from Travis Tritt's debut album, "Country Club," which was released in 1990.
Song Tribute
The song is a tribute to Tritt's musical influences. It mentions legendary artists such as Hank Williams Jr., George Jones, and Waylon Jennings.
Controversy
"Put Some Drive in Your Country" caused some controversy for its rock sound, which was deemed too progressive by some traditional country music fans. However, the song established Travis Tritt as a pioneering force in the burgeoning movement of country-rock during the early 1990s.
Songwriter
Tritt himself wrote the song. Not only demonstrating his vocal prowess but also his skills as a songwriter.
Music Video
The music video for the song features footage of Tritt performing on stage, which further emphasizes the song's energetic vibe. This gave fans a taste of Tritt's dynamic live performances.
Recognition
Tritt's performance of the song "Put Some Drive in Your Country" helped him to earn the Top New Male Artist award from the Academy of Country Music in 1990.
Live Performances
The song continues to be a desired number in Tritt's live setlist and is a fan favorite at concerts.
Signature Sound
“Put Some Drive in Your Country” helped Tritt to establish a signature sound that was a mixture of country storytelling and rock n roll energy.

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