Arlene

Marty Stuart

About Arlene

"Arlene" is a debut song recorded by American country music artist Marty Stuart. It was released in December 1985 as the first single from the album Marty Stuart. The song reached #19 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart. The song was written by Curtis Allen.


Year:
1986
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Rollin' down the highway, 
Runnin' by the cotton fields
Saw a sign I know I want to see again
Pretty young woman wearing skin-tight britches
And a t-shirt wetter than a snakeskin
Somebody said her name was Arlene
And her daddy is a shotgun toting 
Kind of country man
I just said "what was that name again"
Ain't nobody gonna scare me away
Gonna hold my breath till I take her away

Arlene, hey are you comin' into town
Arlene, don't let your daddy tie you down
When you're sneaking out that window baby
Don't you make a sound
Do you want to boogie, are you into fool, 
Fool, foolin' around

Well daddy ain't a working, 
He's a sitting in lawn chair
Chewin on a mighty plug of Redman
Pretty as a picture and 
He's got her chopping cotton
Like a convict sweating on a chain gang
Somebody oughta break her out of that scene
She's enough to make you want to do the old man in
Hey, what was that name again
Ain't no use in tryin' to settle me down
I'm a fool, I'm a downright clown clown for Arlene

Arlene, hey are you comin' into town
Arlene, don't let your daddy tie you down
When you're sneaking out that window baby
Don't you make a sound
Do you want to boogie, are you into fool, 
Fool, foolin' around

Sitting in a bacco patch feeling like a weasel
I'm a waitin' on the lights to go dim
Wonderin' if my backside might be 
Full of bullet shots
Before she gets away from him
Ain't nobody gonna scare me away
Gonna hold my breath till I take her away

Arlene, hey are you comin' into town
Arlene, don't let your daddy tie you down
When you're sneaking out that window baby
Don't you make a sound
Do you want to boogie, are you into fool, 
Fool, foolin' around

When you're sneaking out that window baby
Don't you make a sound
Do you want to boogie, are you into fool, 
Fool, foolin' around
Come on Arlene
I see you got that red dress on
This is it

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Marty Stuart

John Martin "Marty" Stuart (born September 30, 1958) is an American country music singer-songwriter, known for both his traditional style, and eclectic merging of rockabilly, honky tonk, and traditional country music. In the early 1990s, he had a successful string of Country hits. more »

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Written by: CURTIS ALLEN

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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13 facts about this song

Release Year
"Arlene" by Marty Stuart was released in 1985.
Album
This melodic ballad was featured on the album "Marty Stuart" which was Marty's self-titled debut studio album.
Genre
The song Arlene is country music, which is consistent with Marty Stuart's music style.
Billboard Ranking
"Arlene" peaked at number 19 on the US Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.
Early Success
Marty Stuart's "Arlene" was one of his first breakout hits, marking his ascent to fame in the country music industry.
Singer-Songwriter
Marty Stuart penned "Arlene" himself, allowing him to showcase not only his singing talents but also his songwriting skills.
Producer
"Arlene" was produced by veteran producer Richard Bennett and ex-Byrds bassist/producer Chris Hillman.
Storytelling
Like many country songs, "Arlene" tells a compelling tale, showcasing Marty Stuart's storytelling ability in its lyrics.
Label
The song was released by the record label, Columbia Records.
Music Video
The music video for "Arlene" is a classic example of mid-80’s country, featuring Marty Stuart performing amidst various rural and farm settings.
Distinctive Style
The song is notable for its harmony, melody, and traditional country themes, all trademarks of Stuart's signature musical style.
Artistic Growth
"Arlene" marked a significant phase in Marty Stuart's life as it symbolized his progression as a solo artist after his stint with the band 'Lester Flatt's bluegrass band.'
Musician Collaborations
The album that features "Arlene" includes contributions from numerous prolific musicians in the country music industry, including Mark O'Connor, Roy Huskey Jr., and Carl Jackson.

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