Dust on the Bottle

David Lee Murphy

About Dust on the Bottle

"Dust on the Bottle" is a song written and recorded by American country music artist David Lee Murphy. It was released in August 1995 as the fourth single from the album Out with a Bang. The song hit number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks in late 1995, and is Murphy's first number one hit. It would remain his only number one single until almost 23 years later, when he topped the country charts again with "Everything's Gonna Be Alright" in June 2018. The song also hit number 9 on the Canadian Country charts.  


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1995
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Creole Williams lived down a dirt road
Made homemade wine like nobody I know
Dropped by one Friday night and said, "Can you help me, Creole?
Got a little girl waitin' on me and I want to treat her right"

I got what you need son, it's sittin down in the cellar
He reached through the cobwebs as he turned on the light and said

There might be a little dust on the bottle
But don't let it fool ya about what's inside
There might be a little dust on the bottle
It's one of those things that gets sweeter with time

She was sittin' in the porch swing as I pulled up the driveway
My ole heart was racing as she climbed inside
She slid over real close and drove down to the lake road
Watched the sun fade in that big red sky

I reached under the front seat and said, "Now here's something special
It's just been waiting for a night like tonight"

There might be a little dust on the bottle
But don't let it fool ya about what's inside
There might be a little dust on the bottle
It's one of those things that gets sweeter with time

You're still with me, and we've made some memories
After all these years, there's one thing I've found
Some say good love, well, it's like a fine wine
It keeps getting better as the days go by

There might be a little dust on the bottle
But don't let it fool ya about what's inside
There might be a little dust on the bottle
It's one of those things that gets sweeter with time

There might be a little dust on the bottle
But don't let it fool ya about what's inside
There might be a little dust on the bottle
It's one of those things that gets sweeter with time

Don't let it fool ya

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David Lee Murphy

David Lee Murphy (born January 7, 1959) is an American country music artist. Signed to MCA Nashville Records in 1994, Murphy made his first appearance on the Billboard country charts that year with "Just Once", a song from the soundtrack to the 1994 film 8 Seconds. A year later, Murphy's debut album Out with a Bang was released; overall, it produced four chart singles. His follow-up albums, Gettin' Out the Good Stuff (1996) and We Can't All Be Angels (1997) were less successful than their predecessors, and by 1998, Murphy was dropped from MCA's roster. A fourth album, Tryin' to Get There, was released in 2004 on Koch Entertainment (now E1 Music), with the Top 5 single "Loco" being released from that album before Koch closed its country division in 2005. more »

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Written by: DAVID LEE MURPHY

Lyrics © CAROL VINCENT & ASSOC LLC

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14 facts about this song

Genre
"Dust on the Bottle" is classified as a country song, which is associated with rousing tunes, sentimental ballads, and narrative storytelling.
Release Date
The song was released on May 22, 1995, making it an iconic piece from the '90s era of country music.
Artist's Achievement
"Dust on the Bottle" is David Lee Murphy's highest-charting single to date, reaching the number one spot on the US Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.
Song's Duration
The song has a running time of approximately 3 minutes and 43 seconds, which is common for radio singles.
Album
The song is part of the album "Out with a Bang", which was David Lee Murphy's debut studio album.
Song Writer
David Lee Murphy not only performed the song, but also wrote it himself, showing off his songwriting skills.
Chart Performance
Besides reaching number one on the US Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart, the song also peaked at number 31 on the Canadian RPM Country Tracks chart.
Song Theme
The song tells a story about the wisdom of age and the power of time, symbolized by a bottle of wine that improves as it ages.
Album Success
The album, "Out with a Bang", was certified Platinum by the RIAA, highlighting the commercial success of the project.
Cover Versions
Various country artists including Kenny Chesney have covered the song in live performances, showcasing its enduring popularity within the genre.
Music Video
The music video for "Dust on the Bottle" shows David Lee Murphy performing with his band in a cornfield, interspersed with footage of him riding a motorcycle.
Critical Reception
Although the song was released over 20 years ago, it's still revered as a '90s country classic and is regularly lauded for its lyrical narrative and memorable melody.
Song Legacy
The phrase "Dust on the Bottle" has since become a common saying in the country music world, referring to the idea that some things get better with age.
Live Performances
The song remains a staple in David Lee Murphy's live shows and is often a fan favourite.

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