Watch the Wind Blow By

Tim McGraw, The Dancehall Doctors

About Watch the Wind Blow By

"Watch the Wind Blow By" is a song written by Anders Osborne and Dylan Altman and performed by American country music singer Tim McGraw. It was released in October 2003 as the fifth and final single from McGraw's 2002 album Tim McGraw and the Dancehall Doctors. The song reached number one on the US Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks (now Hot Country Songs) for the week of March 20, 2004. It also peaked at number 32 on the Billboard Hot 100.


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The creek goes ripplin' by
I been barefootin' all day with my baby
Brown leaves have started fallin'
Leadin' the way
I like it best just like this
Doin' nothin' all the way
So let's lay down in the tall grass
Dreamin' away

And all I want to do is let it be
And be with you and watch the wind blow by
And all I want to see is you and me
Go on forever like the clear blue sky
Slowly, there's only you and I
And all I want to do is watch the wind blow by

Girl, you know you told me not so long ago
To let it come, then let it pass
And all your troubles and your sorrows
They won't last
So let me kiss you now little darlin'
Beneath this autumn moon
Cold winds, another season
Will be here soon

And all I want to do is let it be
And be with you and watch the wind blow by
And all I want to see is you and me
Go on forever like the clear blue sky
Slowly, there's only you and I
And all I want to do is watch the wind blow by

All I want to do is watch the wind blow by
And all I want to do is watch the wind blow by

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Tim McGraw

Samuel Timothy "Tim" McGraw (born May 1, 1967) is an American country singer and actor. Many of McGraw's albums and singles have topped the country music charts with total album sales in excess of 40 million units in the US, making him the eighth best-selling artist, and the third best-selling country singer, in the Soundscan era. He is married to country singer Faith Hill and is the son of former baseball player Tug McGraw. more »

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Written by: Anders Osborne, Dylan Y. Altman

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Spirit Music Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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12 facts about this song

Song Release
"Watch the Wind Blow By" was released in 2003 as a part of Tim McGraw's studio album, "Tim McGraw and the Dancehall Doctors."
Chart Performance
The song reached the number one spot on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, becoming McGraw's nineteenth number one single.
Songwriters
"Watch the Wind Blow By" was written by Anders Osborne and Dylan Altman.
Album Success
The album "Tim McGraw and the Dancehall Doctors" was a commercial success, certified triple platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
Music Video
The music video for "Watch the Wind Blow By" was directed by Sherman Halsey, a well-known music video director.
Grammy Nominations
Though "Watch the Wind Blow By" did not receive any Grammy nominations itself, Tim McGraw and the Dancehall Doctors album was nominated for Best Country Album at the 46th Grammy Awards.
Critical Reception
The song received generally positive reviews from music critics, with many complimenting its soothing melody and heartfelt lyrics.
Live Performances
"Watch the Wind Blow By" has been a prominent feature in many of McGraw's live concert setlists since it was released.
Song Interpretation
While the song doesn't have a confirmed meaning from McGraw himself, many speculate that it's about enjoying the simple pleasures in life and taking a moment to breathe and just 'watch the wind blow by.'
Other Artist's Cover
McGraw's rendition of the song is a cover. The original version was performed by writer Anders Osborne himself.
Popular in Concert
According to website setlist.fm, "Watch the Wind Blow By" is one of the top 20 most played songs by Tim McGraw in concerts.
Tribute to his Father
Some fans have interpreted "Watch the Wind Blow By" as a tribute to McGraw's father, Tug McGraw, who passed away shortly after the song was released.

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