My Next Thirty Years

Phil Vassar

About My Next Thirty Years

"My Next Thirty Years" is a song written by Phil Vassar and recorded by American country music artist Tim McGraw. It was released in July 2000 as the fifth and final single from McGraw's album A Place in the Sun. The song reached number one on the US Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks (now Hot Country Songs) chart and it peaked at number 27 on the Billboard Hot 100.


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2006
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I think I'll take a moment to celebrate my age
The ending of an era and the turning of a page
Now it's time to focus in on where I go from here
Lord have mercy on my next thirty years

Hey, my next thirty years I'm gonna have some fun
Try to forget about all the crazy things I've done
Maybe now I've conquered all my adolescent fears
And I'll do it better in my next thirty years

My next thirty years I'm gonna settle all the scores
Cry a little less, laugh a little more
Find a world of happiness without the hate and fear
Figure out just what I'm doing here in my next thirty years

Oh, my next thirty years, I'm gonna watch my weight
Eat a few more salads and not stay up so late
Drink a little lemonade and not so many beers
Maybe I'll remember my next thirty years

My next thirty years will be the best years of my life
Raise a little family and hang out with my wife
Spend precious moments with the ones that I hold dear
Make up for lost time here, in my next thirty years
In my next thirty years

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Phil Vassar

Phil Vassar (born May 28, 1964 in Lynchburg, Virginia) is an American country music artist. Vassar made his debut on the country music scene in the late 1990s, co-writing singles for several country artists, including Tim McGraw ("For a Little While", "My Next Thirty Years"), Jo Dee Messina ("Bye, Bye", "I'm Alright"), Collin Raye ("Little Red Rodeo"), and Alan Jackson ("Right on the Money"). In 1999, he was named by American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) as Country Songwriter of the Year. more »

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Written by: Phil Vassar

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10 facts about this song

Songwriters
"My Next Thirty Years" was written by Phil Vassar. Vassar is not just a songwriter but also a singer known for hit songs like "Just Another Day in Paradise" and "Carlene."
Singer
Despite being written by Phil Vassar, the song was brilliantly performed by Tim McGraw. McGraw, an American singer, and actor, is one of the top-selling country artists of all time.
Album
The song was included in Tim McGraw's album "A Place in the Sun", which was his fifth studio album. The album was released on May 4, 1999.
Chart Success
"My Next Thirty Years" reached number one on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Songs chart in January 2000, marking McGraw's 13th number one hit.
Song Theme
The song explores the theme of personal development and growth over time. The lyrics reflect aspirations for the next thirty years of life, focusing on improving oneself and living a more balanced life.
Music Video
The music video for "My Next Thirty Years" was directed by Sherman Halsey. It features Tim McGraw singing the song and playing guitar in a wooded setting, along with home video-style footage of him with his family, reflecting the song's themes of personal reflection and looking forward to the future.
Song Recognition
"My Next Thirty Years" was recognized by critics and fans alike as a unique addition to McGraw's repertoire, praised for its refreshing, introspective lyrics.
Notable Performance
Tim McGraw performed "My Next Thirty Years" along with his other hits at the Nobel Peace Prize Concert in 2000, earning him international recognition.
Song Duration
The song runs for around 3 minutes and 37 seconds, typical for country genre songs of its time.
Multiple Covers
Although "My Next Thirty Years" is most famous for Tim McGraw's version, other artists such as Mitch Rossell have also covered the song.

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