Consider Me Gone

Reba McEntire

About Consider Me Gone

"Consider Me Gone" is a song written by Steve Diamond and Marv Green. It was recorded by American country music artist Reba McEntire as her second release for the Valory label, a sister label of Big Machine Records. It is also the second single from her thirty-third studio album Keep On Loving You, which was released on August 18, 2009. On the Billboard country singles charts dated for the week of January 2, 2010, the song became McEntire's twenty-fourth number-one single. It is also her longest-lasting number one at four weeks.  


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2009
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Every time I turn the conversation to something deeper
Than the weather I can feel you all but shuttin' down.
And when I need an explanation for the silence you
Just tell me you don't wanna talk about it now.

What you're not saying is coming in loud
And clear we're at a crossroads here

If I'm not the one thing you can't stand to lose
If I'm not that arrow to the heart of you
If you don't get drunk on my kiss
If you think you can do better than this then I guess we're done
Let's not drag this on
Consider me gone

With you I've always been wide open like a window or an ocean.
There is nothing I've ever tried to hide.
So when you leave me not knowin' where you're goin'
I start thinkin' that we're lookin' we're lookin' at goodbye.

How about a strong shot of honesty
Don't you owe that to me

If I'm not the one thing you can't stand to lose
If I'm not that arrow to the heart of you
If you don't get drunk on my kiss
If you think you can do better than this then I guess we're done
Let's not drag this on
Consider me gone.

Consider me a memory.
Consider me the past.
Consider me a smile in an old photograph
Someone who used to make you laugh.

If I'm not the one thing you can't stand to lose
If I'm not that arrow to the heart of you
Then I guess we're done let's not drag this on.
Consider me gone.
Consider me gone.
Consider me gone.
Just consider me gone.

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Reba McEntire

Reba Nell McEntire (born March 28, 1955) is an American country music artist and actress. She began her career in the music industry as a high school student singing in the Kiowa High School band, on local radio shows with her siblings, and at rodeos. While a sophomore in college, she performed the National Anthem at the National Rodeo in Oklahoma City and caught the attention of country artist Red Steagall. He brought her to Nashville, Tennessee, where she signed a contract with Mercury Records a year later in 1975. She released her first solo album in 1977 and released five additional studio albums under the label until 1983. more »

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Written by: MARV GREEN, STEVEN ROSS DIAMOND

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10 facts about this song

Release and Popularity
"Consider Me Gone" was released on August 10, 2009, as the second single from Reba's 33rd studio album, "Keep On Loving You." - The song peaked at number one on the Billboard U.S. Country Airplay Charts, making it McEntire's 24th number-one single.
Noteworthy Achievements
"Consider Me Gone" stayed at the number one spot on the Billboard U.S. Country Airplay Charts for four weeks, marking it as the longest-running number-one single of Reba's career. - The song became McEntire's biggest hit in a decade.
Songwriters and Producers
The song was penned by country songwriters Steve Diamond and Marv Green. - Tony Brown and Reba McEntire jointly produced the track.
Song Theme
The song’s lyrics revolve around the theme of a strong, independent woman who gives her neglectful lover an ultimatum: either pay her more attention or consider her gone.
Critical Acclaim
The song received positive reviews from several critics. Billboard called it a "powerful, woman-in-control" anthem. - The single was praised for McEntire's strong and compelling vocal performance.
Music Video
The music video for the song was directed by Michael Salomon, and it debuted on Country Music Television on October 6, 2009.
Award Nominations
The song was nominated for a CMA Award in the female vocalist category in 2010.
Impact on the Album
Fueled by the success of "Consider Me Gone", the "Keep On Loving You" album became certified Platinum by the RIAA.
Chart Success
Apart from topping the U.S. country charts, "Consider Me Gone" also reached number 38 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100.
Live Performances
Reba McEntire has often included "Consider Me Gone" in her live concert setlists, and it's become a fan favorite during her live performances.

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