What They're Talkin' About

Rhett Akins

About What They're Talkin' About

"What They're Talkin' About" is the debut song co-written and recorded by American country music artist Rhett Akins. It was released in October 1994 as the first single from the album A Thousand Memories. The song reached No. 35 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart. The song was written by Akins, Larry Boone and Paul Nelson.


Year:
1995
3:27
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Stole the keys to my daddy's ride
And I took my baby for a midnight drive
Our hearts were racing as we headed down highway 9
We didn't have no lover's lane
But that old back road worked just the same
It wasn't long 'til I knew deep inside

This must be what they're talkin' about
When you find the one you can't live without
Somewhere deep in the night, I saw the light
Oh her love got a hold of me
Left no doubt
This must be what they're talkin' about

I read about it in the magazines
I'd even seen it on the movie screen
Heard 'em sing about it in a million songs
I never really understood
'Til we lit that fire that night in the woods
Started a love that still burns just as strong

This must be what they're talkin' about
When you find the one you can't live without
Somewhere deep in the night, I saw the light
Oh her love got a hold of me
Left no doubt
This must be what they're talkin' about

Somewhere deep in the night, I saw the light
Oh her love got a hold of me
Left no doubt
This must be what they're talkin' about
This must be what they're talkin' about
This must be what they're talkin' about
(This must be what they're talkin' about)

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Rhett Akins

Thomas Rhett Akins Sr. (born October 13, 1969) is an American country singer and songwriter. Signed to Decca Records between 1994 and 1997, he released two albums for the label (1995's A Thousand Memories and 1996's Somebody New), followed by 1998's What Livin's All About on MCA Nashville. Friday Night in Dixie was released in 2002 on Audium Entertainment. Overall, Akins's albums have accounted for fourteen singles on the Billboard country singles charts, including the Number One "Don't Get Me Started" from 1996. more »

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Written by: AKINS, BOONE, NELSON

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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11 facts about this song

Release Date
"What They're Talkin' About" is a single from Rhett Akins, which was released in 1996.
Album Information
This song is included in Rhett Akin's album "Somebody New," marking his second studio album.
Chart Performance
The song peaked at the eighth spot on the US Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, proving its popularity.
Songwriters
"What They're Talkin' About" was penned by Rhett Akins himself and songwriter Chris Waters.
Musical Style
This song exemplifies Rhett Akins' early music style, mixing traditional country with contemporary country music elements.
Personal Influence
Rhett Akins has mentioned that many of his songs are influenced by his personal experiences, which may also be true for "What They're Talkin' About".
Professional Recognition
Even though it was not his highest-charting single, "What They're Talkin' About" is still considered one of Rhett Akins' signature songs.
Music Video
The music video for "What They're Talkin' About" was directed by Jon Small, a renowned music video director, and aired in 1996.
Popular Lyrics
The song's first lines--"She's got lonely written all over her and that look on her face"--are often quoted by fans and resonate with many people.
Father-Son Bond
Rhett Akins shares his love of country music and songwriting with his son, Thomas Rhett, who has also become a successful country music artist. "What They're Talkin' About" served as a great legacy and inspiration for his son.
Album Success
"Somebody New," the album which contains "What They're Talkin' About," was certified Gold by the RIAA, marking a significant achievement in Akin's career.

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