Refried Dreams
Tim McGraw
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Last Monday mornin' you left with no warnin' I started goin' insane Well I headed South out of Del Rio, Texas With a hell of a load on my brain I kept on goin' without even knowin' How much your love really means Now I'm messed up in Mexico Livin' on refried dreams I'm down here in Mexico sick as a dog My head is poundin' in this border town fog Down to my last dime and comin' apart at the seams I'm messed up in Mexico Livin' on refried dreams This picture ain't pretty I'm ragged and dirty And wonderin' what I'm doin' here Shootin' tequila wantin' to kill ya And wishin' to God you were near So full of your memory but feelin' so empty I've run out of my self-esteem Now I'm messed up in Mexico Livin' on refried dreams I'm down here in Mexico sick as a dog My head is poundin' in this border town fog Down to my last dime and comin' apart at the seams I'm messed up in Mexico Livin' on refried dreams I'm down here in Mexico sick as a dog My head is poundin' in this border town fog Down to my last dime and comin' apart at the seams I'm messed up in Mexico Livin' on refried dreams Oh I'm messed up in Mexico Livin' on refried dreams
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Written by: Jim Foster, Mark Petersen
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10 facts about this song
Writer Research"Refried Dreams" is a country song written by James T. Slater and Mark Petersen, both notable songwriters in the country music genre.
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Artist AnalysisThe song was famously performed by Tim McGraw, one of America's most well-known country musicians, and a recipient of multiple Grammy awards.
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Album DetailsIt is taken from Tim McGraw's third studio album, "All I Want," which was released in 1995.
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Chart Performance"Refried Dreams" was released as the fourth single from the album in 1996 and peaked at number 5 on the US Hot Country Songs (Billboard) chart.
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Lyrical ContentThe song's lyrics tell a story about a man who leaves his girlfriend, job, and hometown to pursue his dreams in Mexico, only to regret his choices and wish to return home.
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Video ConceptIn the music video for "Refried Dreams," McGraw is shown wandering through the streets of a Mexican town, fitting the narrative of the song.
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Critical ReceptionDespite not reaching number one, the song was broadly acclaimed because of its catchy tune and relatable lyrics, becoming a fan favorite.
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Cultural InfluenceThis song further cemented Tim McGraw's status as a major country artist in the mid-'90s, and laid a strong foundation for his continuing career.
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Live Performances"Refried Dreams" has remained a frequent choice in Tim McGraw's live concerts, demonstrating the song's popularity and lasting power.
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Preliminary EffortsBefore "Refried Dreams" became a hit for Tim McGraw, it was first recorded by Nashville songwriter Mark Petersen on his album "Mission of the Heart" in 1995.
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