Amarillo Sky

Jason Aldean

About Amarillo Sky

"Amarillo Sky" is a song written by Big Kenny and John Rich (of Big & Rich), along with Rodney Clawson and Bart Pursley. It was originally recorded by Rich for his album Rescue Me in 2001. McBride & the Ride also recorded a version and released it as a single in 2002 from their album of the same name. Country music artist Jason Aldean later covered the song for his 2005 self-titled debut album, and his version was released as its third single in June 2006. It earned Aldean two nominations at the 2006 Academy of Country Music Awards for Video of the Year and Song of the Year, as well as video with the best direction at the CMT Music Awards.  


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2005
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He gets up before the dawn
Packs a lunch and a thermos full of coffee
It's another day in the dusty haze
Those burning rays are wearing down his body
The diesel's worth the price of gold
It's the cheapest grain he's ever sold
But he's still holdin' on

He just takes the tractor another round
And pulls the plow across the ground
And sends up another prayer
He says, "Lord, I never complain, I never ask why
Please don't let my dreams run dry
Underneath, underneath this Amarillo sky."

That hail storm back in '83
Sure did take a toll on his family
He stayed strong and carried on
Just like his dad and granddad did before him
On his knees every night
He prays, "please let my crops and children grow."
'Cause that's all he's ever known

He just takes the tractor another round
And pulls the plow across the ground
And sends up another prayer
He says, "Lord, I never complain, I never ask why
Please don't let my dreams run dry
Underneath, underneath this Amarillo sky."

And he takes the tractor another round, another round, another round
And he takes the tractor another round, another round
He says, "I never complain, I never ask why
Please don't let my dreams run dry
Underneath, underneath this Amarillo sky
Underneath this Amarillo Sky."

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Jason Aldean

Jason Aldine Williams (born February 28, 1977) is an American country music singer, known professionally as Jason Aldean. Since 2005, Aldean has recorded for Broken Bow Records, an independent record label for which he has released five albums and sixteen singles. His 2010 album My Kinda Party is certified double platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), while his 2005 self-titled debut, 2007 album Relentless and 2009 album Wide Open are all certified platinum. Of his singles, eight have reached the number one position on the Hot Country Songs charts: "Why", "She's Country", "Big Green Tractor", "The Truth", "Don't You Wanna Stay" (a duet with Kelly Clarkson), "Dirt Road Anthem", "Fly Over States", and "Take a Little Ride". Seven more … more »

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Written by: John Rich, Michael Britt, Michael McDonald

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, DO WRITE MUSIC LLC

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10 facts about this song

Artist Background
"Amarillo Sky" is sung by Jason Aldean, an American country music singer. He had been a crucial part of the country music scene since the early 2000s.
Album Release
The song was released as a part of his Album ‘Relentless’, which was launched in 2007.
Songwriters
"Amarillo Sky" was written by four American songwriters, namely Big Kenny, John Rich, Rodney Clawson, and Bart Pursley.
Chart Success
The song reached the Billboard country singles charts' #4 spot, demonstrating its popularity and commercial success in the American country music genre.
Music Video
The music video for "Amarillo Sky" was directed by Wes Edwards, known for his work with a number of country artists.
Award Nomination
"Amarillo Sky" earned Jason Aldean a nomination for "Video of the Year" at the 2006 Academy of Country Music Awards.
Song Theme
The lyrics depict the life of a hard-working farmer who is deeply committed to his land and his work, despite facing difficult conditions and adversity.
Cover Song
Prior to Jason Aldean, the song was recorded by McBride & the Ride, a vocal trio in American country music.
Connection to Big Kenny and John Rich
Big Kenny and John Rich, two of the songwriters of "Amarillo Sky", are also part of the popular country music duo, Big & Rich.
Platinum Certification
Jason Aldean's "Relentless" album, which features "Amarillo Sky", received Platinum certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for reaching one million shipments.

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