The South's Gonna Do It

The Charlie Daniels Band

About The South's Gonna Do It

"The South's Gonna Do It", is a song written and performed by the Charlie Daniels Band and released on their 1974 album Fire on the Mountain.


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Well the train to Grinder Switch is runnin' right on time
And the Tucker boys are cookin' down in Caroline
People down in Florida can't be still
When old Lynyrd Skynyrd's pickin' down in Jacksonville
People down in Georgia come from near and far
To hear Richard Betts pickin' on that red guitar

So gather 'round, now gather 'round, children
Get down, well just get down, children
Get loud, well, you can be loud here and be proud
And you can be proud here
Now be proud to a rebel 'cause South's gon' do it again and again

Elvin Bishop's sittin' on a bale of hay
He ain't good lookin' but he sure can play
And there's ZZ Top and you can't forget
That old brother Willie's gettin' soakin' wet
And all the good people down in Tennessee
Are diggin' barefoot Jerry and the CDB

Well, gather 'round, gather 'round, children
And get down, well you can get down, children
Get loud, well you can get loud here and be proud
Well, you can be proud here
Be proud to a rebel 'cause South's gon' do it again, yes, it is

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The Charlie Daniels Band

Charles Edward Daniels (October 28, 1936 – July 6, 2020) was an American singer, musician, and songwriter. His music fused rock, country, blues and jazz, pioneering Southern rock. He was best known for his number-one country hit "The Devil Went Down to Georgia". Much of his output, including all but one of his eight Billboard Hot 100 charting singles, was credited to the Charlie Daniels Band. Daniels was active as a singer and musician from the 1950s until his death. He was inducted into the Cheyenne Frontier Days Hall of Fame in 2002, the Grand Ole Opry in 2008, the Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum in 2009, and the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2016. more »

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Written by: Charles Edward Daniels

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12 facts about this song

Song Origin
"The South's Gonna Do It" was recorded and performed by Charlie Daniels and his band, The Charlie Daniels Band.
Album
It is a song from their album "Fire on the Mountain," which was released in 1974.
Chart Performance
The song became a major hit, peaking at number 29 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1975.
Southern Rock
The song is a celebration of Southern Rock and features references to several Southern rock bands, including Lynyrd Skynyrd, ZZ Top, and Marshall Tucker Band.
Misinterpretation
Despite its title, the song is not about the South rising again in the Civil War context, but rather, it's about Southern rock music gaining popularity in the 1970s.
Instrumental
Known for its distinctive Southern sound, the song features a mix of acoustic and electric guitars, harmonica, and fiddle.
Lyrics
The lyrics of the song pay tribute to several Southern rock bands, revealing Daniels' admiration and respect for Southern rock music.
Live Performances
The song is a regular at The Charlie Daniels Band live performances and is among the fan favorite tunes.
Daniels' Legacy
"The South's Gonna Do It" helped solidify Charlie Daniels' position as an influential figure in country and Southern rock.
Lasting Impact
The song's success and popularity continue to make it a staple in the Southern rock genre, showcasing the enduring influence of Charlie Daniels and his band.
Brook Benton Cover
R&B and soul singer Brook Benton covered "The South's Gonna Do It" for his album "Home Style," taking the song to a new audience.
Recognition
Rolling Stone magazine listed "The South's Gonna Do It" as one of the greatest Southern Rock songs ever recorded, paying tribute to its contribution in defining the genre.

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