Famous In a Small Town
Miranda Lambert
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They say life is so much sweeter Through the telephoto lens of fame Around here you get just as much attention Cheerin' at the high school football game I dreamed of going to Nashville Put my money down and placed my bet But I just got the first buck of the season I made the front page of the Turnertown Gazette Every last one, route one, rural heart's got a story to tell Every grandma, in-law, ex-girlfriend maybe knows it just a little too well Whether you're late for church or you're stuck in jail Hey, word's gonna get around Everybody dies famous in a small town Tyler and Casey broke up It ended pretty quietly We heard he was caught red-handed with her mama So, that's just what they let us all believe Every last one, route one, rural heart's got a story to tell Every grandma, in-law, ex-girlfriend maybe knows it just a little too well Whether you're late for church or you're stuck in jail Hey, word's gonna get around Everybody dies famous in a small town Well, baby, who needs their faces in a magazine? Me and you we've been stars of the town since we were seventeen Let's go on down to the quick stop Wear your yellow shades, and I'll put on my tight jeans And we'll just spend the weekend burnin' rubber And we'll let 'em point and stare in disbelief 'Cause every last one, route one, rural heart's got a story to tell Every grandma, in-law, ex-girlfriend maybe knows it just a little too well Whether you're late for church or you're stuck in jail Hey, word's gonna get around Everybody dies famous in a small town Everybody dies famous in a small town
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Written by: Miranda Lambert, Travis Howard
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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10 facts about this song
Album Release"Famous in a Small Town" is a song from Miranda Lambert's album "Crazy Ex-Girlfriend", which was released in 2007.
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Chart PerformanceUpon its release, the song reached number 14 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs in the US, showcasing a strong response from fans and listeners.
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Country SettingLyrically, the song vividly portrays the life and dynamics of living in a small country town, showcasing Lambert's roots and experiences as a country girl.
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SongwritingMiranda Lambert co-wrote "Famous in a Small Town" with Travis Howard, contributing not just her voice but also her songwriting abilities to the track.
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AwardsThe song was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Female Country Vocal Performance in 2008, which is a testament to Lambert's powerful and distinctive vocal skills.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Famous in a Small Town" creatively presents scenes of Lambert performing the song in a country community, interspersed with clips of small-town life.
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Autobiographical NatureThe song is considered to be partially autobiographical. Miranda Lambert, originating from the small town of Lindale, Texas, has mentioned that many elements of the song draw from her own life and experiences.
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PopularityDespite its release over a decade ago, "Famous in a Small Town" remains one of Miranda Lambert's most popular songs, frequently included in her concert setlists and fan-favorite lists.
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InspirationsTravis Howard, co-writer of the song, once mentioned that the song was inspired by one of their friends who was well-known in a small town. The friend was not doing anything remarkably impressive but had local recognition due to the intimate nature of small-town communities.
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LyricsThe catchy lyrics "'Cause everybody dies famous in a small town" underscores the idea that in small towns, everyone knows everyone, so even the ordinary becomes noteworthy.
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