Upstairs Downtown

Toby Keith

About Upstairs Downtown

"Upstairs Downtown" is a song co-written and recorded by American country music artist Toby Keith. The song was released in November 1994 as the second single from his 1994 album Boomtown. The song peaked at number 10 on the Billboard charts in both the United States and Canada. Keith wrote the song with Carl Goff Jr.


Year:
1995
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Rout fourteen, box three 'o eight
She said goodbye at the cattle-guard gate
Hoping she would find her a place in the world
With her mind made up and tears in her eyes
It almost made her daddy cry
He said don't forget to call when you get there girl.

Driving on that two lane road hoping she might find
A whole lot more waiting up ahead than what she left behind

Moving upstairs, downtown
Life's too short to be hanging around
She's eighteen and it's time she got out of the wood
She's getting out while the getting's good

All bills paid and a room with a view
She's unpacked a dish or two
She just got her phone turned on today
There's a big, old world waiting just outside
As she's thumbing through the classifieds
Looking for work and any old job's okay

Driving on that cross-town freeway hoping she might find
A whole lot more waiting up ahead than what she left behind

Living upstairs, downtown
Life's too short to be hanging around
She's eighteen and it's time she got out of the wood
She's getting out while the getting's good

Then she lost her job at the grocery store
And the wolf came knocking at the door
The red notice said they turned off her telephone
There's nothing left for her to do so she's packed up a thing or two
Loaded her car down, now she's headed home

Driving on that two lane road hoping she might find
A whole lot more waiting up ahead than what she left behind

Living upstairs, downtown
Life's too short to be hanging around
She's eighteen and it's time she got back to the wood
She's getting out while the getting's good

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Toby Keith

Toby Keith Covel (born July 8, 1961), best known as Toby Keith, is an American country music singer-songwriter, record producer and actor. Keith released his first four studio albums—1993's Toby Keith, 1994's Boomtown, 1996's Blue Moon and 1997's Dream Walkin', plus a Greatest Hits package for various divisions of Mercury Records before leaving Mercury in 1998. These albums all earned gold or higher certification, and produced several chart singles, including his debut "Should've Been a Cowboy", which topped the country charts and was the most played country song of the 1990s. The song has received three million spins since its release, according to Broadcast Music Incorporated. more »

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Written by: CARL REBER JR. GOFF, TOBY KEITH

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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20 facts about this song

Song Release
"Upstairs Downtown" is a song by Toby Keith that was released in 1994.
Album Entry
This track is one of the songs included on Toby Keith's 2nd studio album, "Boomtown."
Country Charts
"Upstairs Downtown" made it to the top 10 in the Billboard country charts, peaking at the #10 position.
Theme
The song narrates the story of a young woman who leaves her small hometown to bravely move to the city, experiencing the struggles of urban life.
Lyrics Meaning
The lyrics of "Upstairs Downtown" reflect Toby Keith's storytelling style, as he addresses social issues through his songs.
Writers
The song was co-written by Toby Keith and Carl Goff Jr.
Song Duration
The running time of "Upstairs Downtown" is 4 minutes and 26 seconds.
Recognition
The song's popularity helped to solidify Toby Keith's career in the mid-1990s.
Vocal Range
Toby Keith's baritone voice is showcased in this song, highlighting his versatility as a country music singer.
Song Message
The song carries a message of resilience and determination during difficult times.
Album Inclusion
"Upstairs Downtown" is one of the songs included in Toby Keith's self-titled debut album, which was released in 1993.
Song Writers
The track was co-written by Toby Keith and Carl Goff Jr.
Musical Genre
"Upstairs Downtown" is classified as a country song. Toby Keith is known for his contributions to the genre.
Chart Ranking
Although it's not one of Keith's most popular tracks, "Upstairs Downtown" still made it to the 10th spot on Canada's RPM Country Tracks chart.
Lyric Theme
The song tells a story of a young woman who moves to the city and works as a server, reflecting the struggles of a small-town girl living in a lonely world.
Not a Single
Despite having a powerful storyline, "Upstairs Downtown" was not released as a single from the album.
Inspirational Aspects
The song is every bit a classic Toby Keith song, encapsulating the blue-collar, rural-life stories that Keith would become famous for, making a major impact on the country genre.
American Singer
Toby Keith is an American country singer, songwriter, actor, and record producer; "Upstairs Downtown" is an example of the kind of narratives found in his early work.
Unique Style
The song presents the blend of honky-tonk and mainstream country-pop that Keith is known for.
Long-lasting Impression
Even if "Upstairs Downtown" did not gain high chart rankings, its ability to tell everyday stories in an appealing and country-oriented way helped establish Keith's reputation in the world of country music.

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