Xxx's and Ooo's
Trisha Yearwood
The easy, fast & fun way to learn how to sing: 30DaySinger.com
Phone rings, baby cries, TV diet, guru lies Good mornin' honey Go to work, make up, try to keep the balance up Between love and money She used to tie her hair up in ribbons and bows Sign her letters with X's and O's Got a picture of her Momma in heels and pearls She's trying to make it in her Daddy's world She's an American girl An American girl Slow dance, second chance, Momma needs romance And a live in maid Fix the sink, mow the yard, really isn't all that hard If you get paid She used to tie her hair up in ribbons and bows Sign her letters with X's and O's Got a picture of her Momma in heels and pearls She's trying to make it in her Daddy's world An American girl An American girl Well she's got her God and she's got good wine Aretha Franklin and Patsy Cline She used to tie her hair up in ribbons and bows Sign her letters with X's and O's Got a picture of her Momma in heels and pearls She's gonna make it in her Daddy's world An American girl An American girl She's an American girl She used to tie her hair up in ribbons and bows Sign her letters with X's and O's Got a picture of her Momma in heels and pearls She's gonna make it in her Daddy's world She's an American girl Well she tied her hair up in ribbons and bows Signed her letters with X's and O's X's and O's X's and O's
Become A Better Singer In Only 30 Days, With Easy Video Lessons!
Written by: ALICE RANDALL, MATRACA MARIA BERG
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
11 facts about this song
Career Milestones"XXX's and OOO's (An American Girl)" is a standout song in Trisha Yearwood's career as it hit number 1 on Billboard's Hot Country Songs chart, marking her second chart-topping single.
|
Release InformationThe song was released in May 1994 as the lead single from Yearwood's third studio album, "Thinkin' About You".
|
Song CreditsIt was written by Matraca Berg and Alice Randall, some of the few prominent female songwriters in the Nashville music scene.
|
Song's NarrativeThe song's narrative addresses the complexities of being a modern independent woman, juggling various roles and expectations – an overarching theme of its time.
|
Song TitleThe song title, "XXX's and OOO's (An American Girl)" uses X's and O's to represent kisses and hugs, as commonly used in letter writing.
|
Music VideoThe music video for the song was directed by Bud Schaetzle and features various scenes symbolizing the lyrics' representation of modern American womanhood: a woman playing guitar, working on a computer, a girl practicing ballet, and a little league softball game.
|
Chart PerformanceAlong with reaching the top spot on the Hot Country Songs chart, the song also reached number 14 on Billboard's Hot Adult Contemporary Tracks chart and number 81 on the Billboard Hot 100.
|
Backing VocalsNashville singer-songwriter Kim Richey, known for her work as a solo artist and backing vocalist for artists like Shawn Colvin and Radney Foster, provided backing vocals for the song.
|
Critical AcclaimThe song is considered a classic in Yearwood's catalog due to its punchy rhythm and progressive message about the role of women in American society.
|
Live PerformancesTrisha Yearwood often includes this song on her setlist when she tours, due to its continued popularity with fans.
|
Song InfluenceDespite released years ago, the song remains relevant and influential, with its strong theme of female empowerment resonating among the evolving social narratives of the 21st century.
|
Citation
Use the citation below to add these lyrics to your bibliography:
Style:MLAChicagoAPA
"Xxx's and Ooo's Lyrics." Lyrics.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2024. Web. 19 Apr. 2024. <https://www.lyrics.com/lyric/8952128/Trisha+Yearwood/Xxx%27s+and+Ooo%27s>.
Discuss the Xxx's and Ooo's Lyrics with the community:
Report Comment
We're doing our best to make sure our content is useful, accurate and safe.
If by any chance you spot an inappropriate comment while navigating through our website please use this form to let us know, and we'll take care of it shortly.
Attachment
You need to be logged in to favorite.
Log In