The Long Way Around
Dixie Chicks
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My friends from high school Married their high school boyfriends Moved into houses in the same ZIP codes Where their parents live But I, I could never follow No, I, I could never follow I hit the highway in a pink RV with stars on the ceiling Lived like a gypsy Six strong hands on the steering wheel I've been a long time gone now Maybe someday, someday I'm gonna settle down But I've always found my way somehow By taking the long way Taking the long way around Taking the long way Taking the long way around I met the queen of whatever Drank with the Irish, and smoked with the hippies Moved with the shakers Wouldn't kiss all the asses that they told me to No, I, I could never follow No, I, I could never follow It's been two long years now Since the top of the world came crashing down And I'm getting' it back on the road now But I'm taking the long way Taking the long way around I'm taking the long way Taking the long way around The long... The long way around Well, I fought with a stranger, and I met myself I opened my mouth, and I heard myself It can get pretty lonely when you show yourself Guess I could have made it easier on myself But I, I could never follow No, I, I could never follow Well, I never seem to do it like anybody else Maybe someday, someday I'm gonna settle down If you ever want to find me, I can still be found Taking the long way Taking the long way around Taking the long way Taking the long way around
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Written by: MARTHA MAGUIRE, NATALIE MAINES, EMILY ROBISON, DAN WILSON
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10 facts about this song
Album Information"The Long Way Around" is a song from the Dixie Chicks' seventh studio album, "Taking the Long Way", which was released in 2006.
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Songwriting CreditsThe song was written by the band's three members, Martie Maguire, Emily Strayer, Natalie Maines, and American songwriter Dan Wilson.
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Musical Style"The Long Way Around" is a mix of typical Dixie Chicks' country sound with influences of rock and pop.
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Song ThemeThe song talks about the struggles and obstacles the band faced in their career, particularly in the aftermath of controversial remarks made by group’s lead singer Natalie Maines about the U.S. President at that time, George W. Bush.
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Album Success"Taking the Long Way" was well received by critics and has been certified double-platinum in the United States.
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Grammy AwardsThe album, which houses the song "The Long Way Around", won five Grammy Awards in 2007, including Album of the Year.
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PopularityThe song "The Long Way Around" has been positively received by fans. It has gained a significant number of views and streams on various music platforms such as Spotify and YouTube.
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Live Performances"The Long Way Around" was a staple on their live performances during the "Accidents & Accusations Tour".
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Media UseThe song was featured in the documentary "Dixie Chicks: Shut Up and Sing" which showcased the band's response to the backlash from their political comments.
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Lyric InterpretationThe lyrics chronicle the band's journey, refusing to take the easy path and instead, as the title suggests, 'taking the long way around'. The song has often been associated as an anthem for resilience.
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