Lot of Leavin' Left to Do

Dierks Bentley

About Lot of Leavin' Left to Do

"Lot of Leavin' Left to Do" is a song co-written and recorded by American country music artist Dierks Bentley. It was released in January 2005 as the first single from his 2005 album Modern Day Drifter. The song peaked at number 3 on the U. S. Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. Bentley wrote this song with Deric Ruttan and Brett Beavers.


Year:
2005
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These old boots still got a lot of ground
They ain't covered yet
There's at least another million miles
Under these old bus treads
So if you think I'm gonnna settle down
I've got news for you
I still got a lot of leavin' left to do

And as long as there's a song
Left in this old guitar
This life I'm bound to lead
Ain't for the faint of heart
So you won't fall for me
If you know what's good for you
'Cause I still got a lot of leavin' left to do

I guess the Lord made me hard to handle
So lovin' me might be a long shot gamble
So before you go and turn me on
Be sure that you can turn me loose
'Cause I still got a lot of leavin' left to do

Girl, you look like you might be an angel
So I won't lie
I could love you like the devil
If you wanted me to tonight
And we could talk about forever for a day or two
But I still got a lot of leavin' left to do

I guess the Lord made me hard to handle
So lovin' me might be a long shot gamble
So before you go and turn me on
Be sure that you can turn me loose
'Cause I still got a lot of leavin' left to do

Yeah, I still got a leavin' left to do

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Dierks Bentley

Dierks Bentley (born November 20, 1975) is an American country music artist who has been signed to Capitol Records Nashville since 2003. That year, he released his self-titled debut album. Both it and its follow-up, 2005's Modern Day Drifter, are certified platinum in the United States. A third album, 2006's Long Trip Alone, is certified gold. It was followed in mid-2008 by a greatest hits package. His fourth album, Feel That Fire was released in February 2009. A bluegrass studio album, Up on the Ridge, was released on June 8, 2010, and then a sixth album, Home, followed in February 2012. more »

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Written by: Deric Ruttan, Dierks Bentley, Steven Brett Beavers

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC

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11 facts about this song

Song title and Artist
"Lot of Leavin' Left to Do" is a famous country song created by the prominent singer and songwriter Dierks Bentley.
Album
The song is part of Dierks Bentley's second studio album, "Modern Day Drifter," which was released in 2005.
Chart Performance
"Lot of Leavin' Left to Do" ranked high on Billboard country charts. It rose as high as number 3 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart in the US.
Songwriters
The track "Lot of Leavin' Left to Do" was co-written by Dierks Bentley, Brett Beavers, and Deric Ruttan.
Genre
The song belongs to the country music genre. It incorporates styles of both modern and classic country.
Theme
The song talks about a man's pursuit of independence and his non-commitment to settling down, preferring the roaming and rambling life instead.
Sales
As an integral part of the "Modern Day Drifter" album, "Lot of Leavin' Left to Do" contributed to the album's platinum certification from the RIAA, signifying one million units sold.
Music Video
The music video for the song, directed by Peter Zavadil, paints a vivid picture of Dierks Bentley as a drifter traveling in his Airstream trailer and performing in dive bars.
Awards
Bentley's album "Modern Day Drifter" that includes "Lot of Leavin' Left to Do", was nominated for "Album of the Year" at the 2005 Country Music Association Awards.
Critical Reception
Critics generally favored the song, praising the traditional themes and Bentley's strong performance. Bill Friskics-Warren of The Washington Post favorably reviewed the single.
Legacy
"Lot of Leavin' Left to Do" is often touted as one of Dierks Bentley's signature songs, underscoring his reputation as a country music star.

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