If the Devil Danced (In Empty Pockets)

Joe Diffie

About If the Devil Danced (In Empty Pockets)

"If the Devil Danced (In Empty Pockets)" is a song written by Ken Spooner and Kim Williams, and recorded by American country music singer Joe Diffie. The song reached the top of the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks (now Hot Country Songs) chart. It was released in April 1991 as the third single from his debut album, A Thousand Winding Roads.


Year:
1990
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Diablo motors had a hell of a sale, downtown yesterday,
Word got around, no money down, take years and years to pay.
When I got there the lot was bare, but the salesman said hold on.
For a little cash, I gotta two-tone Nash out behind the barn.

If the Devil danced in empty pockets, he'd have a ball in mine.
With a nine foot grand, a ten piece band and a twelve girl chorus line.
I'd raise some loot in a three piece suit, give 'em one dance for a dime,
If the Devil Danced in empty pockets, he'd have a ball in mine.

Well he said friend it ain't the end let's see what I can do.
If you own a home, I've got a loan, tailor made for you.
Then above the racket a voice in my jacket said, "I'll tote the note."
The devil made me do it, talked me in to it, and that was all she wrote.

If the Devil danced in empty pockets, he'd have a ball in mine.
With a nine foot grand, a ten piece band and a twelve girl chorus line.
I'd raise some loot in a three piece suit, give 'em one dance for a dime,
If the Devil Danced in empty pockets, he'd have a ball in mine.

They say debt is a bottomless pit where the devil likes to play.
I'd sell my soul to get out of this hole, but there'd be hell to pay.

If the Devil danced in empty pockets, he'd have a ball in mine.
With a nine foot grand, a ten piece band and a twelve girl chorus line.
I'd raise some loot in a three piece suit, give 'em one dance for a dime,
If the Devil Danced in empty pockets, he'd have a ball in mine

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Joe Diffie

Joe Logan Diffie (born December 28, 1958) is an American country music singer known for his ballads and novelty songs. After working as a demo singer in the 1980s, he signed with Epic Records' Nashville division in 1990. Between then and 2004, Diffie charted 35 cuts on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, including five number one singles: his debut release "Home", "If the Devil Danced (In Empty Pockets)", "Third Rock from the Sun", "Pickup Man" (his longest-lasting number one, at four weeks) and "Bigger Than the Beatles". In addition to these cuts, he has 12 other top ten singles and ten other top 40 hits on the same chart. He also co-wrote singles for Holly Dunn, Tim McGraw and Jo Dee Messina, and has recorded with Mary Chapin Carpenter, George Jones and … more »

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Written by: Kim Williams, Ken Spooner

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10 facts about this song

Song Production
"If the Devil Danced (In Empty Pockets)" is a song by American country music artist Joe Diffie. - The song was written by Ken Spooner and Kim Williams. - It was produced by Bob Montgomery and Johnny Slate.
Album & The Release Year
It was released in April 1991 as the second single from his debut album "A Thousand Winding Roads." - The song gained huge popularity and reached the number one spot on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart in June 1991.
Awards & Recognition
"If the Devil Danced (In Empty Pockets)" received a lot of critical acclaim. - This song is one of Joe Diffie's signature songs.
Song Theme
This song utilizes the metaphor of the devil dancing in empty pockets, implying that financial troubles can lead to an individual's downfall, much like the way the devil might try to exploit a person's weaknesses.
Music Video
The music video was directed by Edd Griles. - It was Diffie's second music video, following the one for his debut single "Home."
Chart Performance
"If the Devil Danced (In Empty Pockets)" was the second Number One single of Diffie's career. - It spent 20 weeks on the Hot Country Songs Chart.
Popularity
Despite it being released in the 90s, the song remains popular among Country music fans. - It continues to receive airplay on classic country stations.
Tribute To Joe Diffie
After Joe Diffie's death in 2020 due to COVID-19 complications, many country artists paid tribute to him by covering his hits, including "If the Devil Danced (In Empty Pockets)."
Influence on Country Music
As a multi-platinum-selling artist, Joe Diffie has greatly influenced the genre of country music. - "If the Devil Danced (In Empty Pockets)" is often referred to as quintessential Joe Diffie, embodying his unique mix of traditional influences and modern storytelling.
Cultural Impact
The song exemplifies Diffie's humorous songwriting style that often included unique, everyday metaphors to portray his stories. - The song remains a cultural marker of early 90s country resurgence.

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