15 Minutes

Rodney Atkins

About 15 Minutes

"15 Minutes" is a song written by Tony Mullins and Jamie Lee Thurston and recorded by American country music singer Rodney Atkins. It was released in May 2009 as the second single from Atkin's 2009 album It's America.


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2009
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I got a call from my best friend this evening
He said he wasn't going out with us guys on Friday night
Yeah, he was gonna change for his new found flame to keep her satisfied
And I just laughed and said, "Hey man, well go ahead and try"

'Cause I gave up smoking, women and drinking last night
It was the worst fifteen minutes of my life

Now I've heard it said that too much fun will kill you
And I'll be the first to tell you that I don't wanna die
Too many twelve ounce curls, pretty girls and parties ain't advised
Well, take it from me don't believe all that hype

'Cause I gave up smoking, women and drinking last night
And it was the worst fifteen minutes of my life
That's right

Well, you could get hit by a truck tomorrow
So you might as well raise a little hell tonight

'Cause I gave up smoking, women and drinking last night
And it was the worst fifteen minutes of my life
Man, it was the worst fifteen minutes of my life
That's right

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Rodney Atkins

Rodney Allan Atkins (born March 28, 1969) is an American country music artist. Signed to Curb Records in 1996, he charted his first single on the Billboard country chart in 1997, but did not release an album until 2003's Honesty, which included the number 4 hit "Honesty (Write Me a List)". more »

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Written by: JAMIE LEE THURSTON, TONY CARL MULLINS

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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14 facts about this song

Song Name
"15 Minutes" is a single released by American country singer Rodney Atkins.
Artist
Rodney Atkins is an American country music artist who signed with Curb Records in 1997.
Genre Classification
"15 Minutes" falls under the genre of country music, which is a well-known American music style that originated in the Southern United States.
Release Date
Rodney Atkins released the song "15 Minutes" as a single in 2009.
Album Inclusion
The song "15 Minutes" is included in his fourth album titled "It's America," which was released in 2009.
Songwriters
The song was written by Tony Mullins and Jamie Lee Thurston.
Chart Success
The single "15 Minutes" peaked at number 20 on the Billboard US Country Airplay chart in 2009.
Song Theme
The song is about a guy who tries to quit smoking and drinking but decides he would rather enjoy his vices for 15 more minutes.
Song Format
It was written in a standard verse-chorus format that is common in country music.
Cinematic Representation
The video of "15 Minutes" directed by Eric Welch visualizes the narrative with Atkins going through a series of resolutions, only to give up and go back to his old lifestyle.
Album Success
The album "It's America", which contains "15 Minutes", was a commercial success, reaching number 3 on the US Billboard Country Albums chart.
Critical Reception
While not the biggest hit of his career, "15 Minutes" was generally well-received by critics with praise for Atkins’ lighthearted, relatable approach to storytelling through his music.
Rodney Atkins' Style
"15 Minutes" showcases Atkins' storytelling ability and his knack for walking the line between pop and traditional country sounds. The song tends to incorporate a good, hook-like chorus and a compelling narrative, elements that are a huge part of Atkins’ appeal.
Live Performances
"15 Minutes" is a concert favorite, often performed by Atkins at his live shows, appealing to fans of both modern and classic country music.

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