Cowboy Man

Lyle Lovett

About Cowboy Man

"Cowboy Man" is a single by American country music artist Lyle Lovett. It was released in October 1986 as the second single from his album Lyle Lovett. The song peaked at number 10 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart.


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1986
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She wore glass slippers
She held her head up high
She had that sparkle at her feet
And that twinkle in her eye

She smiled at me
And as I wondered why
She said I'm looking for a cowboy
To take me for a ride

And he can rope me on the prairie
And he can ride me on the plain
And I will be his Cinderella
If he'll be my cowboy man

She said I've got a forty-gallon stetson hat
With a thirty eight-foot brim
We could dance around the outside baby
'Til we both fall in

And you can rope me on the prairie
And you can ride me on the plain
And I will be your Cinderella
If you'll be my cowboy man

Now I ain't never been no cowboy
But heaven knows I try
Cause I'll be riding tall in my saddle
With that Cinderella by my side

And I can rope her on the prairie
And I can ride her on the plain
And she will be me my Cinderella
If I'll be her cowboy man

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Lyle Lovett

Lyle Pearce Lovett (born November 1, 1957) is an American country singer-songwriter and actor. Active since 1980, he has recorded thirteen albums and released 21 singles to date, including his highest entry, the number 10 chart hit on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, "Cowboy Man". Lovett has won four Grammy Awards, including Best Male Country Vocal Performance and Best Country Album. It's Not Big It's Large was released in 2007, where it debuted and peaked at number 2 on the Top Country Albums chart. A new studio album, Natural Forces, was released on October 20, 2009 by Lost Highway Records. Lyle's New Album "12th of June" will be out May 13,2022 via Verve Records PreOrder: Lyle Lovett Store https://lylelovett12thofjune.com/ more »

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Written by: LYLE PEARCE LOVETT

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12 facts about this song

Release Details
"Cowboy Man" was released by Lyle Lovett in 1986 under the album "Lyle Lovett".
Chart Performance
The song was Lovett's highest-charting single to date, peaking at No. 10 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart in 1987.
Genre
"Cowboy Man" fits in with elements of both country music and American folk music, showcasing Lyle Lovett's unique mix of styles.
Writing Credits
The song was written solely by Lyle Lovett, exhibiting his songwriting prowess.
Critical Reception
"Cowboy Man" received positive reviews from critics and established Lovett as a unique, new voice in country music.
Iconic Line
The song includes the memorable line, "She says she's a cowboy man," a phrase that's known and loved among Lovett's fans.
Music Video
The music video for "Cowboy Man" was directed by Michael Merriman, a renowned music video director known for his work in country music.
Debut Single
"Cowboy Man" was the first single ever released by Lovett, starting his successful career in the music industry.
Grammy Recognition
While "Cowboy Man" didn't win a Grammy in itself, Lovett did win a Grammy for Best Male Country Vocal Performance for the entire album "Lyle Lovett," which included the song.
Career Influence
"Cowboy Man" is credited with setting the tone for the rest of Lovett's career, marking his departure from traditional country into a mixed-genre style that has defined his music ever since.
Live Performances
The song remains a staple of Lovett's live performances more than 30 years after its original release.
Cover Versions
Although many artists have covered Lovett's songs, "Cowboy Man" stands out as one of his most-covered works, illustrating its enduring popularity.

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