Heart That You Own

Dwight Yoakam

About Heart That You Own

"The Heart That You Own" is a song written and recorded by American country music artist Dwight Yoakam. It was released in April 1992 as the fifth single from his album If There Was a Way. This song peaked at number 18 in the United States and at number 13 in Canada.


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I pay rent on a run-down place
There ain't no view but there's lots of space
In my heart
The heart that you own
I pay the rent
Pay it right on time
Baby I pay you every single dime
For my heart
The heart that you own

Used to be I could love here for free
Way back before you bought the property
Now I pay daily on what once was mine
Lord I probably owe you 
For the tears that I cry

'Cause I pay rent on a run-down place
There ain't no view but there's lots of space
In my heart
The heart that you own

I struggle each night to find a new way
To pay what I owe
Just so I can stay
I ain't overdue
So you can't throw me out
I've loved here for years
Don't know where I'd go now

'Cause I pay rent on a run-down place
There ain't no view but there's lots of space
In my heart
The heart that you own
In my heart, the heart that you own

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Dwight Yoakam

Dwight David Yoakam (born October 23, 1956) is an American singer-songwriter, actor and film director, most famous for his pioneering country music. Popular since the early 1980s, he has recorded more than twenty-one albums and compilations, charted more than thirty singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts, and sold more than 25 million records. more »

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Written by: DWIGHT YOAKAM

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10 facts about this song

Song Information
"Heart That You Own" is a song by American country music artist Dwight Yoakam, released as a single in 1992.
Album Details
The song is from Yoakam's 1990 album "If There Was a Way," which is his fourth studio album.
Chart Performance
"Heart That You Own" reached number 18 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart in the U.S.
Song Genre
This song, like many of Yoakam's other works, is classified as a country music piece with a unique blend of rockabilly influence.
Songwriting
"Heart That You Own" was written entirely by Dwight Yoakam himself, showcasing his talent not only as a performer but also as a songwriter.
Signature Style
"Heart That You Own" reflects Yoakam's distinctive neotraditional style, which revived the honky-tonk music of the late 1950s and early 1960s.
Music Video
The music video for this song was directed by Jim Shea, a vastly experienced American music video and commercial director.
Song Theme
The song deals with themes of heartbreak and loneliness, a common theme in country music and particularly in Yoakam's discography.
Play Counts
"Heart That You Own" remains one of Dwight Yoakam's most popular songs on digital streaming platforms, boasting millions of plays.
Critical Reception
With its modern yet traditional sound, "Heart That You Own" was well-received by critics and audiences alike, further confirming Yoakam's status as a leading figure in country music.

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