Swingin'
John Anderson
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There's a little girl, in our neighborhood Her name is Charlotte Johnson and she's really lookin' good I had to go and see her, so I called her on the phone I walked over to her house, and this was goin' on Her brother was on the sofa, eatin' chocolate pie Her moma was in the kitchen cuttin' chicken up to fry Her daddy was in the back yard rollin up a garden hose I was on the porch with Charlotte feelin' love down to my toes And we were swingin' (swinging) Yes we were swingin' (swinging) Little Charlotte she's as pretty as the angels when they sing I can't believe I'm out here on the front porch swing Just a swingin' (swingin') Just a swingin' (swingin') Now Charlotte she's a darlin she's the apple of my eye When I'm on the swing with her it makes me almost high Now Charlotte is my lover and she has been since the spring I can't believe it started on her front porch in the swing And we were swingin' (swinging) Yes we were swingin' (swinging) Little Charlotte she's as pretty as the angels when they sing I can't believe I'm out here on the front porch swing Just a swingin' (swingin') Just a swingin' (swingin')
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Written by: Colt Ford, John David Anderson, Lionel A. Delmore
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Songtrust Ave
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15 facts about this song
Artist Career Legacy"Swingin'" is a song by American country artist John Anderson. He is known for his distinctive work in the Country genre with a career spanning over decades, touching the hearts of millions of people.
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Chart PerformanceThe song was released in January 1983 as the second single from his album "Wild & Blue." The song was a hit and reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles (now Hot Country Songs) chart in April 1983.
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Song Popularity"Swingin'" was the biggest chart hit of John Anderson bringing him fame and recognition in the country music industry.
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Award WinningThe song was so popular that it won the Country Music Association (CMA) award for Single of the Year in 1983.
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Song InfluenceSince its release, several other musicians have covered "Swingin'," showcasing its influence in the music industry.
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Song WritersThe track was written by John Anderson and Lionel Delmore, underwriting the talents and creativity of the two.
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Album SuccessThe song's success also led to the commercial success of its parent album "Wild & Blue," which earned a place in the Top Ten of the Billboard's Top Country Albums chart.
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LongevityEven decades after its release, the song "Swingin'" remains one of John Anderson's most notable songs and continues to be one of the most influential songs in country music.
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Signature SongWhile Anderson had other hits, "Swingin'" is often considered his signature song.
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Record SalesThe single was a commercial success, selling over a million copies, which earned it Platinum certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
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Music VideoThe song also has a creative music video that reflects the story told in the lyrics, adding to its popularity.
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Catchy ChorusOne of the reasons for the song's popularity is its catchy chorus. The lyrics "Just-a swingin'" have become iconic in country music.
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Unique SoundThe song is also celebrated for its unique sound, blending modern country feel with the traditional honky-tonk style which was rare for its time.
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Continued Popularity"Swingin'" is commonly played classic hits and country radio stations across the United States, demonstrating its continued popularity.
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Cultural SignificanceAnderson's "Swingin'" is a significant contribution to the '80s country music era, marking a golden period in this genre's evolution.
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