Just Dropped In (To See What Condition My Condition Was In)
Kenny Rogers
Become A Better Singer In Only 30 Days, With Easy Video Lessons!
I woke up this morning with the sundown shining in I found my mind in a brown paper bag within I tripped on a cloud and fell-a eight miles high I tore my mind on a jagged sky I just dropped in to see what condition my condition was in Yeah, yeah, oh-yeah, what condition my condition was in I pushed my soul in a deep dark hole and then I followed it in I watched myself crawling out as I was a-crawling in I got up so tight I couldn't unwind I saw so much I broke my mind I just dropped in to see what condition my condition was in Yeah, yeah, oh-yeah, what condition my condition was in Someone painted April Fool in big black letters on a Dead End sign I had my foot on the gas as I left the road and blew out my mind Eight miles outta Memphis and I got no spare Eight miles straight up downtown somewhere I just dropped in to see what condition my condition was in I said I just dropped in to see what condition my condition was in Yeah yeah oh-yeah
Become A Better Singer In Only 30 Days, With Easy Video Lessons!
Written by: MICKEY NEWBURY
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
13 facts about this song
Musical Composition"Just Dropped In (To See What Condition My Condition Was In)" is performed in the genre of psychedelic pop and country rock.
|
Release DateThe song was released in November 1967 as a single and later in 1968 on the album "The First Edition".
|
Song PerformanceThis song was performed by Kenny Rogers and his band The First Edition. It was one of their first major successes.
|
Song Writer"Just Dropped In" was written by Mickey Newbury. It is a great example of Newbury's early style and songwriting talent.
|
Chart SuccessIt reached number 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States.
|
Song ThemeIn line with the riveting psychedelic theme of the late '60s, the song is about the experiences of an LSD trip.
|
Sound EffectsThe song uses sound effects such as a reversed tape loop to mirror drug-induced disorientation.
|
Primary VocalistThough Kenny Rogers is primarily known for his country music career, he was the lead vocalist on this song before he achieved solo success.
|
Cover VersionsDespite being strongly associated with Kenny Rogers and The First Edition, the song has had cover versions by many artists over the years, including Ella Fitzgerald and Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings.
|
Film AppearanceThe song became popular again in the late '90s with its appearance in the cult film "The Big Lebowski," where it accompanies a dream sequence.
|
Song ReceptionAlthough it's an early psychedelic rock song, it was well received in the country genre as well, showcased by Kenny Rogers' later shift into country music.
|
Unique RankingThe song is unique as it is considered not just among the best psychedelic songs but also one of the best country rock songs.
|
Grammy NominationSongwriter Mickey Newbury was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Country Song in 1968 for "Just Dropped In".
|
Citation
Use the citation below to add these lyrics to your bibliography:
Style:MLAChicagoAPA
"Just Dropped In (To See What Condition My Condition Was In) Lyrics." Lyrics.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2024. Web. 25 May 2024. <https://www.lyrics.com/lyric/4324238/Kenny+Rogers/Just+Dropped+In+%28To+See+What+Condition+My+Condition+Was+In%29>.
Discuss the Just Dropped In (To See What Condition My Condition Was In) Lyrics with the community:
Report Comment
We're doing our best to make sure our content is useful, accurate and safe.
If by any chance you spot an inappropriate comment while navigating through our website please use this form to let us know, and we'll take care of it shortly.
Attachment
You need to be logged in to favorite.
Log In