If You Ain't Lovin' (You Ain't Livin')
Faron Young
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If you got a Cadillac boy and a forty room shack boy A bucket full of money and a tree full of honey But if you got no huggin' no smoochin' or muggin' Well if you ain't lovin' then you ain't livin' If you're ridin' on the gravy train instead of walkin' down lovers lane You can't make hay boy you're goin' the wrong way boy You gotta get a little honey it's better than money Well if you ain't lovin' then you ain't livin' If they call you a big man cause you got a lot of bottom land If you're kin to the president and if you help run the government But if you get no attention you better off on a pension For if you ain't lovin' then you ain't livin' If you got a string of long cars and you're smoking them fourbit cigars You ain't so well to do unless you get a little choochy coo It takes a little of smackin' or your life is a lackin' Well if you ain't lovin' well brother then you ain't livin'
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Written by: TOMMY COLLINS
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9 facts about this song
Song Release"If You Ain't Lovin' (You Ain't Livin')" was originally released by Faron Young in the year 1954.
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SongwriterThis song was written by Tommy Collins, a country artist in his own right who's known for popular numbers such as 'You Better Not Do That.'
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Chart PerformanceIn 1954, the song successfully reached number two on the Billboard country charts, cementing Faron Young's status as a leading country music artist.
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Cover VersionsLater on, the song was covered by different artists including George Strait in 1988 and Tom Jones.
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George Strait's VersionWhen George Strait covered it, "If You Ain't Lovin' (You Ain't Livin')" his version too reached number 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart.
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Faron Young's InfluenceFaron Young was a profound influence on the country genre, and this song is often considered one of his finest works.
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Song ThemeThe song is about the importance of love in life and carries a light, upbeat melody with its profound message.
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Young's CareerAt the time of the release of this song, Faron Young was on the cusp of a successful career and this song contributed significantly to his rise in popularity.
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Induction into Country Music Hall of FameFaron Young was later inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2000, securing his legacy as a beloved country music artist.
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