Highway 40 Blues
Ricky Skaggs
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Well these Highway 40 blues I've walked holes in both my shoes Counted the days since I've been gone And I'd love to see the lights of home Wasted time and money too Squandered youth in search of truth But in the end I had to lose Lord above I've paid my dues Got the Highway 40 blues The highway called when I was young Told me lies of things to come Fame and fortune lies ahead! That's what the billboard lights had said Shattered dreams my mind is numb My money's gone stick out my thumb My eyes are filled with bitter tears Lord I ain't been home in years Got the Highway 40 blues You know I've rambled all around Like a rolling stone from town to town Met pretty girls I have to say But none of them could make me stay Well I've played the music halls and bars Had fancy clothes and big fine cars Things a country boy can't use Dixieland, I sure miss you Got the Highway 40 blues
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Written by: LARRY E. CORDLE
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Song Release"Highway 40 Blues" is a song by American country music artist Ricky Skaggs. It was released in May 1983 as the third single from his album "Highways & Heartaches."
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Chart PerformanceUpon its release, "Highway 40 Blues" was a commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart in July 1983 for one week.
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Album SuccessThe parent album "Highways & Heartaches" was also a chart-topping album for Skaggs, demonstrating his popularity in the country music scene during the 1980s.
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Song's CompositionThe song was written by Larry Cordle, a fellow country artist with whom Skaggs has collaborated with on numerous occasions. "Highway 40 Blues" is a traditional, upbeat country tune with a twangy guitar hook and energetic fiddle playing, characteristic elements of Skaggs' music style.
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Recognition"Highway 40 Blues" has become one of Ricky Skaggs' signature songs, reflecting his bluegrass roots and continued influence in the country genre.
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Song MeaningThe lyrics of "Highway 40 Blues" tell a story about a struggling musician who is regretting his choice to leave home and try to make it in the music industry.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Highway 40 Blues" was filmed on location in Nashville, Tennessee. It reflects the song's lyrics, featuring Skaggs as the character who is contemplating his life choices on the road.
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AcclaimRicky Skaggs was awarded the Country Music Association Award for Male Vocalist of the Year in 1983, largely due to his success with "Highway 40 Blues."
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Cover VersionsSince its release, "Highway 40 Blues" has been covered by a number of other artists, demonstrating the song's durability and broad appeal in country music.
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MilestoneThe success of "Highway 40 Blues" established Ricky Skaggs as one of the leading figures in the 1980s neotraditional country movement, which sought to return to the roots of country music.
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