Goin' Through the Big D

Mark Chesnutt

About Goin' Through the Big D

"Goin' Through the Big D" is a song written by Mark Wright, John Wright and Ronnie Rogers, and recorded by American country music artist Mark Chesnutt. It was released in October 1994 as the second single from his album What a Way to Live. It peaked at number 2 on both the U. S. Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart and the RPM country tracks charts in Canada. It was later the b-side to his 1997 single "Let It Rain".


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1996
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Six short months we went together, 
decided it should be forever.
Two paychecks were better than one.
A diamond ring, it was done.
Bought her a house like I said I would 
in a subdivided neighborhood.
The fuse got short and the nights got long.
It was over, long gone before I knew I was headed to
 
I'm goin' through the Big D and don't mean Dallas. 
I can't believe what the judge had to tell us.
I got the jeep and she got the palace.
I'm goin' through the Big D and don't mean Dallas.
 
Things like this are never final.
I'm still paying on the vinyl 
flooring in the laundry room;
it's multi-colored, water proof.
It's a little bit tough to face my friends, 
the ones that said that I jumped 
in the river of love a little too soon.
That was August, and this is June
and it's a diff'rent tune.
 
I'm goin' through the Big D and don't mean Dallas. 
I can't believe what the judge had to tell us.
I got the jeep and she got the palace.
I'm goin' through the Big D and don't mean Dallas.
 
I'm goin' through the Big D and don't mean Dallas. 
I can't believe what the judge had to tell us.
I got the jeep and she got the 
two bedroom mortgage is due, siding light blue, palace.
I'm goin' through the Big D and don't mean Dallas.
I'm goin' through the Bid D and don't mean Dallas.

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Mark Chesnutt

Mark Nelson Chesnutt (born September 6, 1963 in Beaumont, Texas) is an American country music singer. Chesnutt recorded and released his first album, Doing My Country Thing, in the late-1980s on private independent record label, Axbar Records, with the vinyl album version now a collector's item. His national debut came in 1990 with the single, "Too Cold at Home", the debut single from his second album which was also titled Too Cold at Home. more »

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Written by: RONNIE ROGERS, JON SCOTT WRIGHT, MARK WRIGHT

Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing

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8 facts about this song

Release and Reception
"Goin' Through the Big D" is a single by American country music artist Mark Chesnutt, released in 1995. - It reached #2 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and #71 on the Billboard Hot 100, making it a significant milestone in Chesnutt's career.
Song Composition
The song was written by Jon Wright, Ronnie Rogers, and Mark Wright. - It is from the album "Wings", which became Mark Chesnutt's fifth studio album.
Song Topic
"Goin' Through the Big D" revolves around the theme of a man going through the process of divorce. - The "Big D" in the song title refers to 'Divorce', indicating a clever wordplay on Dallas, Texas, a city often abbreviated as "The Big D."
Album Success
The "Wings" album, which features "Goin' Through the Big D", was also successful, reaching #23 on the Billboard country chart in 1995.
Artist Background
Mark Chesnutt is a notable figure in the '90s traditional country movement, known for his rich voice and traditionalist approach. - Chesnutt's career has spawned numerous top 10 hits on the country charts.
Music Video
The music video for "Goin' Through the Big D" was directed by Sherman Halsey. - It depicts Chesnutt performing the song in a creek bed, interspersed with scenes of couples arguing and a judge pounding a gavel in a court, a representation of divorce proceedings.
Certifications and Awards
Although "Goin' Through the Big D" didn't earn any awards or certifications directly, Mark Chesnutt has received several awards and nominations throughout his career, including the Country Music Association's Horizon Award in 1993.
Song Impact
The song is often lauded for its clever lyrics and Chesnutt's effective delivery. - It further established Mark Chesnutt as a key player in the Neo-traditionalist country movement of the '90s.

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