Nothing Left to Lose
Mat Kearney
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Song Release"Nothing Left to Lose" was released by Mat Kearney in 2006 as part of his album of the same name.
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Charts AchievementThe song peaked at number 41 on the Billboard Hot 100, showcasing its popularity among music audiences.
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Song's AwardsThe song won Kearney "Best New Artist" at the 2007 Dove Awards.
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Genre Classification"Nothing Left To Lose" falls under the genre of Pop and Rock music, with influences of folk.
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Inspirational StoryThe song is about Kearney's cross country trip to California with nothing more than his old car and a dream to make it big in music.
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Full Album DebutThe album "Nothing Left to Lose" was Kearney's first major label release, marking an important step in his music career.
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Mat Kearney's BackgroundMat Kearney is known for his melding of hip-hop beats, music with acoustic and electric guitars, which is evident in "Nothing Left to Lose".
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Commercial UseThe song had extensive radio play and was used in numerous television shows including "30 Rock", "Grey's Anatomy", and "Friday Night Lights".
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Warm ReceptionThe song received positive reviews from critics, praising its catchy tune and Kearney's heartfelt vocals.
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Song LyricsThe lyrics of "Nothing Left To Lose" specifically describe Kearney's move from Oregon to California, metaphorically presenting it as a journey towards finding oneself and achieving one's dreams.
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Successful AlbumThe album "Nothing Left to Lose," where the song is featured, was certified Gold by RIAA, indicating the sale of over 500,000 copies.
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Songwriting DetailsKearney co-wrote "Nothing Left to Lose" with Robert Marvin, making the song a combined effort.
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Chart Durability"Nothing Left to Lose" remained on the Billboard Hot 100 chart for 38 weeks, demonstrating its enduring presence.
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Mat Kearney's InspirationKearney claims his primary musical influences are the late 80's, early 90's singer-songwriters such as Paul Simon, Bruce Springsteen and Bob Dylan, and their influence can be heard in the narrative style of "Nothing Left to Lose".
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Religious UndertoneLike most of Mat Kearney's songs, "Nothing Left to Lose" carries subtle undertones of Christian faith, aligning with the singer's personal spiritual beliefs.
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