The Dollar
Jamey Johnson
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Daddy hugs his little man, says son I've got to go He pulls out of the drive and disappears As they walk back in the house the young boy asked his mama Where does daddy go when he leaves here Well mama tells her little man your daddy's got a job And when he goes to work they pay him for his time The young boy gets to thinkin' heads up to his bedroom Comes runnin' back with a quarter and four dimes Says mama how much time will this buy me Is it enough to take me fishin' or throw a football in the street If I'm a little short then how much more does daddy need To spend some time with me Young boy tells his mama now I know daddy's busy Cause most times when he gets home it's dark outside But tell him I've got me some pennies saved up from the tooth fairy And I keep â??em in a piggy bank and I believe there's thirty-five And mama how much time will that buy me Is it enough to take me campin' in a tent down by the creek If I'm a little short then how much more does daddy need To spend some time with me Mama how much time will this buy me Is it enough for just an afternoon a day or a whole week If I'm a little short then how much more does daddy need To spend some time with me Mama takes her little man sets him on her lap Starts dialin' up some numbers on the phone Says daddy come home you don't have to chase that dollar Cause your little man has got one here at home
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Written by: JAMEY JOHNSON
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13 facts about this song
Song Structure"The Dollar" is a classic country song that tells a story, wherein each verse contributes to the narrative and the chorus underlines the main message.
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Artist's BackgroundJamey Johnson, the singer of "The Dollar", is a country artist known for storytelling through his music.
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Song's Release"The Dollar" was released on January 31, 2006, as the title track from his debut album.
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Song's InspirationJamey Johnson wrote "The Dollar" about his own experience as a child, relating how hard his dad worked and how much he valued the time spent with him.
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Country Music Charts"The Dollar" ranked 14 in the U.S. Country Songs Billboard chart, reflecting its popularity among country music fans.
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Lyrics MeaningThe lyrics of "The Dollar" reflect a child's naive understanding of adult work-life balance, and the importance of love over money.
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Critical Reception"The Dollar" established Johnson as a poignant storyteller, receiving positive feedback from country music critics.
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Live PerformancesJohnson often includes "The Dollar" in his live performances, given its popularity.
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Production Company"The Dollar" was produced under the famed country music label, BNA Records.
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Album SuccessThe release of "The Dollar" helped Johnson's debut album of the same name to reach no. 20 on the Top Country Albums chart.
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Song Length"The Dollar" spans a duration of three minutes and fifty-five seconds, fitting into the traditional length of country songs.
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Song WritingJamey Johnson co-wrote "The Dollar" with Buddy Cannon, a frequent collaborator in the country music industry.
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Music VideoThe music video for "The Dollar" complements the song's storytelling style and includes a narrative that aligns with the song's lyrics.
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