If You're Going Through Hell (Before the Devil Even Knows)
Rodney Atkins
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Well you know those times When you feel like there's a sign there on your back Says I don't mind if ya kick me Seems like everybody has Things go from bad to worse You'd think they can't get worse than that And then they do You step off the straight and narrow And you don't know where you are Use the needle of your compass To sew up your broken heart Ask directions from a genie In a bottle of Jim Beam And she lies to you That's when you learn the truth If you're going through Hell Keep on going, don't slow down If you're scared, don't show it You might get out Before the devil even knows you're there Well I been deep down in that darkness I been down to my last match Felt a hundred different demons Breathing fire down my back And I knew that if I stumbled I'd fall right into the trap that they were laying, yeah But the good news Is there's angels everywhere out on the street Holding out a hand to pull you back upon your feet The one's that you been dragging for so long You're on your knees You might as well be praying Guess what I'm saying If you're going through Hell Keep on going, don't slow down If you're scared, don't show it You might get out Before the devil even knows you're there Yeah, if you're going through Hell Keep on moving, face that fire Walk right through it You might get out Before the devil even knows you're there If you're going through Hell Keep on going, don't slow down If you're scared, don't show it You might get out Before the devil even knows you're there Yeah, if you're going through Hell Keep on moving, face that fire Walk right through it You might get out Before the devil even knows you're there Yeah, you might get out Before the devil even knows you're there Yeah
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Written by: Annie Tate, Dave Berg, Sam Tate
Lyrics © Spirit Music Group, Bluewater Music Corp.
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16 facts about this song
Song Release"If You're Going Through Hell (Before the Devil Even Knows)" by Rodney Atkins was released in 2006, serving as the title track to his second studio album.
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Chart PerformanceThe song reached No. 1 on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, giving Atkins his first chart-topper.
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DistinctionIt was the number one country song of the year 2006 according to Billboard.
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Long Duration at TopThe song spent 4 weeks at the number 1 spot on the Billboard Hot Country Songs.
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Song LyricsThe lyrics encourage perseverance in the face of adversity, using the metaphor of going through hell to describe struggling.
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SongwritersThe track was penned by Sam Tate, Annie Tate, and Dave Berg.
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Album SuccessThe popularity of the song greatly contributed to the success of the album, which is certified platinum by the RIAA.
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Enhanced Visibility for AtkinsThis number one hit markedly increased Atkins' visibility in the country music scene.
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Song ThemeThe song carries an inspiring theme of resilience and perseverance in the face of difficulties.
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Positive ReceptionBoth critics and audiences gave the song positive reviews, praising its relatable message and Atkins’ delivery.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song was directed by Eric Welch and released in 2006.
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Inspirational MessageThe song's lyrics, "If you're going through Hell/Keep on going, Don't slow down/If you're scared, don't show it" is often cited as an inspirational quote.
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RecognitionThe song's longevity on the country charts and its resulting popularity led to it winning the 2006 Song of the Year award from Broadcast Music Incorporated (BMI).
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Song CoverIt has been covered by artists in both country and pop genres due its universal message of resilience.
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Live PerformancesThe song has become a staple at Atkins' live performances.
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LegacyThe long-lasting popularity of "If You're Going Through Hell (Before the Devil Even Knows)" cemented Atkins' place in country music history.
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