Why Ain't I Running
Garth Brooks
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I can hear the highway calling As I watch the sunrise crawling across her shoulder This is usually good-bye And yet those words I just can't find as hold her She's like no other woman That I have ever known before And it Ain't me to see the morning sun From this side of the door Why ain't I running, why ain't I gone How does she hold me, without holding on In love or a fight, she's stronger than strong Something's not right if there ain't nothing wrong It's got me wondering, why ain't I running Why ain't I gone All those words I left behind me Praying they would never find me and my freedom But if they stood right here beside me The would never recognize me for all that she's done Once happiness was only Whenever I was on my own So now why do I feel lonely Any time that I'm alone Why ain't I running, why ain't I gone How does she hold me, without holding on In love or a fight, she's stronger than strong Something's not right if there ain't nothing wrong It's got me wondering, why ain't I running Why ain't I gone No, they've never built a wall this high Or made a chain that strong And God ain't never made a place I felt like I belong Why ain't I running, why ain't I gone How does she hold me, without holding on In love or a fight, she's stronger than strong Something's not right if there ain't nothing wrong It's got me wondering, why ain't I running Why ain't I gone
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Written by: GARTH BROOKS, KENT BLAZY, TONY ARATA
Lyrics © Bluewater Music Corp., WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC, ME GUSTA MUSIC
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10 facts about this song
Song's Identity"Why Ain't I Running" is a song by American country music artist Garth Brooks. It is part of his album "Scarecrow," which was released in 2001.
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Writer's CreditThis song was penned by Garth Brooks himself, along with two popular songwriters in the country music world, Kent Blazy and Kim Williams.
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Album SuccessThe "Scarecrow" album, which features "Why Ain't I Running," debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 chart and the Top Country Albums chart.
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Emotive LyricsThe song tells a heartfelt story of self-reflection and coming to terms with love and loss. It explores the idea of why the protagonist isn't running away from a relationship that's ended.
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Song's ReflectionFurther to the lyrics, the song reflects Garth Brook's own experiences and struggles. It reflects his knack for connecting with everyday emotions, which is a hallmark of his music style.
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PopularityAlthough "Why Ain't I Running" was not a single and didn't chart, it is a favorite among many Garth Brooks fans for its honest and emotive lyrics.
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ThemeLike many of Garth Brooks' songs, "Why Ain't I Running" touches on themes of love, regret, and the process of discovering one's own wisdom and truth.
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Studio RecordingThis song was recorded at Jack's Tracks Recording Studio in Nashville, Tennessee, a space where Brooks recorded many of his famous tracks.
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InspirationsRegarding his songwriting in general, Brooks has said that he is inspired by his family, life experiences, and other musicians. These inspirations likely played into the creation of "Why Ain't I Running."
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Influence"Why Ain't I Running," like many of Brooks' songs, helps to continue the thread of emotional country ballads examining love and personal growth that Brooks is known for.
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