Boondocks
Little Big Town
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I feel no shame I'm proud of where I came from I was born and raised in the boondocks One thing I know No matter where I go I keep my heart and soul in the boondocks And I can feel That muddy water running through my veins And I can hear that lullaby of a midnight train It sings to me and it sounds familiar I feel no shame I'm proud of where I came from I was born and raised in the boondocks One thing I know No matter where I go I keep my heart and soul in the boondocks And I can taste That honeysuckle and it's still so sweet When it grows wild On the banks down at old camp creek Yeah, and it calls to me like a warm wind blowing I feel no shame I'm proud of where I came from I was born and raised in the boondocks One thing I know No matter where I go I keep my heart and soul in the boondocks It's where I learned about living It's where I learned about love It's where I learned about working hard And having a little was just enough It's where I learned about Jesus And knowing where I stand You can take it or leave it, this is me This is who I am Give me a tin roof A front porch and a gravel road And that's home to me It feels like home to me I feel no shame I'm proud of where I came from I was born and raised in the boondocks One thing I know No matter where I go I keep my heart and soul in the boondocks I keep my heart and soul in the boondocks You get a line, I'll get a pole We'll go fishing in the craw fish hole Five-card poker on a Saturday night Church on Sunday morning You get a line, I'll get a pole We'll go fishing in the craw fish hole (Down in the boondocks) Five-card poker on a Saturday night Church on Sunday morning You get a line, I'll get a pole We'll go fishing in the craw fish hole (Down in the boondocks) Five-card poker on a Saturday night Church on Sunday morning Say a little prayer for me
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Written by: James Lee Westbrook, Karen Fairchild, Phillip Sweet, Kimberly Roads, Wayne Kirkpatrick, Kimberly Schlapman, James Westbrook
Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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12 facts about this song
Release Facts"Boondocks" was released as the lead single from Little Big Town's second studio album, "The Road to Here," in 2005.
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Charting SuccessThe song charted at no. 9 on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, making it the group's first top ten hit.
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Song's CreationThe song was co-written by the four members of Little Big Town, namely Karen Fairchild, Kimberly Schlapman, Phillip Sweet, and Jimi Westbrook, along with Wayne Kirkpatrick.
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Music VideoThe accompanying music video for "Boondocks" was directed by Roger Pistole.
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Promotional PerformanceLittle Big Town performed "Boondocks" at the Grand Ole Opry, an iconic stage that has hosted country music's biggest stars since 1925.
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Song's MessageThe song is a tribute to rural life, with lyrics celebrating the rural upbringing of the group's members and the influence these experiences had on their music.
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Certification"Boondocks" was certified Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), denoting sales of over a million units.
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Awards & NominationsWhile "Boondocks" did not win any major awards, it paved the way for Little Big Town's future success, including multiple award wins at country music awards.
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Recognition & Influence"Boondocks" is often recognized as the song that introduced Little Big Town to a broader audience and established their place in country music.
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Live PerformancesThe song continues to be a staple in Little Big Town's live performances, often used as a concert opener due to its high-energy feel and recognizable banjo intro.
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Critical ReceptionIt received generally positive reviews from music critics who praised its distinct harmony and unique country-rock fusion sound.
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Presence in Popular Culture"Boondocks" also got featured on television shows and commercials, further increasing its popularity.
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