Eight Second Ride
Jake Owen
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Well I said hey girl what's your name? Haven't I seen you before? I recognized them dark green eyes when you came through the door Are you alone or are you with someone? She said a matter of fact I'm not So I took her hand that's when it all began and we headed towards the parking lot And she said hey boy, do you mind takin' me home tonight? 'Cause I ain't never seen a country boy with tires on his truck this high I said climb on up but honey watch the cup That I'm spitting my dip inside and hold on tight 'Cause it's gonna be wilder than any eight second ride We went riding round rocking to the sound of "Country Boy Can Survive" And I knew then that she was my kind of girl 'cause she was singing every single line Then she slid on over put my hand on her shoulder And I asked her what she wanted to do She said it really don't matter where we go just as long as I'm riding with you She said hey boy, do you mind takin' me home tonight? 'Cause I ain't never seen a country boy with tires on his truck this high I said climb on up but honey watch the cup That I'm spitting my dip inside and hold on tight 'Cause it's gonna be wilder than any eight second ride So we headed out to Old Tobacco Road Put the tailgate down and we made love She said true country boys hard to find But I found one wilder than any eight second ride She said hey boy, do you mind taking me home tonight? 'Cause I ain't never seen a country boy with tires on his truck this high I said climb on up but honey watch the cup that I'm spitting my dip inside And hold on tight 'cause it's gonna be wilder than any eight second ride Yeah hold on tight 'cause it's gonna be wilder than any eight second ride
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Written by: ERIC DURRANCE, JOSH OWEN
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11 facts about this song
Release Info"Eight Second Ride" is a song by American country music artist Jake Owen. It was initially included as a track on his 2006 debut album "Startin' with Me," but was later released in August 2009 as the second single from his album "Easy Does It."
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SongwritersThe song was co-written by Jake Owen and Eric Durrance. Owen is known for writing many of his own songs and collaborating with other talented songwriters.
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Chart Performance"Eight Second Ride" performed well on various music charts. It peaked at number 11 on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and number 70 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Eight Second Ride" was directed by Michael Monaco and premiered in September 2009. It features Owen performing the song at a live concert.
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Song ThemeThe song is country with a Southern rock edge, known for its lyrical play on the rodeo term “eight-second ride.” It is about a woman getting into Owen's pick-up truck and agreeing to an adventurous, romantic evening which is likened to an eight-second bull ride.
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Critical ReceptionThe song received mixed reviews from music critics. Some praised its catchy rhythm and clever lyrics while others criticized its clichéd themes.
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CertificationDespite the mixed reviews, "Eight Second Ride" was certified Gold in 2015 by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). This means that the single sold over 500,000 copies.
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Live Performances"Eight Second Ride" is a fan-favorite at Jake Owen's live concerts and is often included on his setlist.
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Cover VersionsThe band Grassroots Rodeo covered "Eight Second Ride" on their 2010 album "Stand & Fight."
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The Origin of Its TitleThe title, "Eight Second Ride", is drawn from rodeo culture. In bull riding, a rider must stay on the bull for eight seconds with only one hand strapped to the bull.
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Fun FactIn an interview, Jake Owen joked that whenever he performs "Eight Second Ride" live, it tends to last a lot longer than eight seconds—usually about three minutes and 26 seconds.
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