How I Got To Be This Way
Justin Moore
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I rolled my daddy's truck off the Dixonville curve after drinkin' my fifth beer. And I fed hogs to pay him back for most of my senior year. I got my jaw jacked by a big ole boy for messing 'round with his girlfriend. But she was tall and tan and she kissed just right but I'll never do that again. Yeah I've done some pretty stupid things but hey I'm a little bit harder and whole lot smarter That's how I got to be this way. I've been kicked in the face by horse cause I ran up to fast behind him And I shook hands on a deal with a man just to find out that he was lying. I've broken a couple good girls hearts cause I said I loved em knowin' I couldn't An I've given my heart to a woman who said she would stay when I knew she wouldn't Yeah I've done some pretty stupid things but hey I'm a little bit harder and whole lot smarter That's how I got to be this way. I've been bit I've been burned But I've lived and I've learned from it I've made some mistakes but that's what it takes to make a man out of a kid Yeah I've done some pretty stupid things but hey I'm a little bit harder and whole lot smarter That's how I got to be this way. Yeah I've done some pretty stupid things but hey I'm a little bit harder and whole lot smarter That's how I got to be this way. That's how I got to be this That's how I got to be this That's how I got to be this way.
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Written by: MELVERN RIVERS II RUTHERFORD, JUSTIN MOORE, JEREMY STOVER
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, OLE MEDIA MANAGEMENT LP, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Artist BackgroundJustin Moore is an American country singer who debuted with his self-titled album in 2009. He is known for blending a classic country style with a modern, contemporary edge.
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Song History"How I Got To Be This Way" is the third single from Moore's debut album. The song was released in May 2010 and peaked at number 17 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart.
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Writing CreditsThe song was written by Justin Moore along with Jeremy Stover and Rivers Rutherford. All three have been lauded as accomplished and skilled songwriters within the country music scene.
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Video DetailsThe music video for "How I Got To Be This Way" was directed by Peter Zavadil and it features Moore performing the song in various rural settings, a common theme in his music videos. The video also includes snapshots from Moore's life that support the song's narrative.
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Song's ThemesThe song reflects themes of youthful recklessness, nostalgia, and learning life's lessons—often the hard way. Moore examines his past mistakes and how they have shaped his current self.
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Performance"How I Got To Be This Way" has regularly been included in Moore's live performances and is often a crowd favorite. The song's appealing mix of humor, regret, and resilience resonates with both older and younger demographics.
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Lyrical StyleThe song features Moore's characteristic down-to-earth and relatable lyrics. Moore has been overall known for his authenticity and ability to tell a story with words.
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Popular ReceptionDespite not charting very high, "How I Got To Be This Way" received positive reviews from critics who praised the catchy tune and Moore's delivery of the lyrics.
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Song InspirationsJustin Moore has stated in interviews that events from his own life inspired the lyrics of the song. Growing up in a small town in Arkansas influenced his character and thus, his songs.
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Awards and RecognitionEven though "How I Got To Be This Way" did not win any awards, Justin Moore, as an artist, has earned strong recognition over his career, including New Artist of the Year at the American Country Awards in 2014. His debut album also went gold in the US, showing that his music, including songs like "How I Got To Be This Way," has a broad appeal.
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