Hummingbird
Ricky Skaggs
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Got tired of livin' in that one horse town When to that station flagged that hummingbird down I didn't even call to say goodbye I couldn't stand to see that little girl cry And now I'm off to the city gonna make my name Those lights were callin' me to fortune and fame I had to ride that hummingbird Just let me ride that hummingbird I'm gonna make it now just any day I've got my guitar and I came to play Lyin' here lonely knowin' what I lost My heart keeps asking was it worth the cost And now, ain't it funny how that always seems Once you're standing there, the grass ain't so green I had to ride that hummingbird Why did I ride that hummingbird Oh today she called me on the telephone She said, "Hey country boy, you been gone too long" And now I'm standin' at the station looking down the line Here comes that hummingbird, she's right on time I'm gonna ride that hummingbird Just let me ride that hummingbird I'm gonna ride, just let me ride that hummingbird
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Written by: GREG JENNINGS, GREG J. JENNINGS, TIM DUBOIS
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Hummingbird" by Ricky Skaggs is a song that is classified under the genre of country and bluegrass music.
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Composer InformationThe song was actually written by John Robert Williamson, an Australian country music singer-songwriter.
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Release InformationRicky Skaggs released his rendition of "Hummingbird" in 2010 as a part of his album "Mosiac."
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Album Fact"Mosaic" is a critically acclaimed album. It won the Grammy Award for Best Bluegrass Album in 2011.
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Song InterpretationThe song lyrics talk about the hummingbird symbolizing freedom and joy, aspects that are inherent in Ricky Skaggs' music.
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Skaggs' Style"Hummingbird" showcases Ricky Skaggs' classic style that effectively combines country, bluegrass, and gospel music elements.
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InstrumentationIn his rendition of "Hummingbird", Ricky Skaggs uses a variety of instruments including the mandolin, which is his signature instrument.
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InspirationRicky Skaggs often mentions his faith as a huge part of his music, and "Hummingbird" is no exception as it implies spiritual undertones.
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Ricky Skaggs' RecognitionRicky Skaggs, who covered "Hummingbird", is a recognized artist in the music industry, having been inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2018, which further amplified the popularity of all his music, including the song "Hummingbird."
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SignificanceDespite it not being one of his chart-topping hits, "Hummingbird" still holds significance to fans due to its inspirational lyrics and beautiful melody.
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