Voices

Chris Young

About Voices

"Voices" is a song co-written and recorded by American country music singer Chris Young. After charting in mid-2008 on the Hot Country Songs charts, "Voices" was re-released in July 2010 following Young's first two Number one singles, "Gettin' You Home (The Black Dress Song)" and "The Man I Want to Be." The song is included on his album The Man I Want to Be, as well as a digital extended play of the same title. "Voices" became Young's third-consecutive Number One hit for the chart week ending February 19, 2011. The song spent 20 weeks on the Hot Country Songs chart during its first run plus 31 more weeks in its second run during its rise to #1. The song was written by Young, Chris Tompkins and Craig Wiseman. 


Year:
2009
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You could say I'm a little bit crazy
You could call me insane
Walkin' 'round with all these whispers
Runnin' 'round here in my brain

I just can't help but hear 'em
Man, I can't avoid it
I hear voices
I hear voices like

My dad sayin', "Work that job
But don't work your life away"
And mama tellin' me to drop some cash
In the offerin' plate on Sunday

And granddad sayin', "You can have a few
But don't ever cross that line"
Yeah, I hear voices all the time

Turns out I'm pretty dang lucky
For all that good advice
Those hard-to-find words of wisdom
Holed up here in my mind

And just when I've lost my way
Or I've got too many choices
I hear voices
I hear voices like

My dad sayin', "Quit that team
And you'd be a quitter for the rest of your life"
And mama tellin' me to say a prayer
Every time I lay down at night

And grandma sayin', "If you find the one
You better treat her right"
Yeah, I hear voices all the time

Sometimes I try to ignore 'em
But I thank God for 'em
'Cause they made me who I am

My dad sayin', "Work that job
But don't work your life away"
And mama tellin' me to drop some cash
In the offerin' plate on Sunday

And granddad sayin', "You can have a few
But don't ever cross that line"
Yeah, I hear voices all the time
Yeah, I hear voices all the time
All the time

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Chris Young

Christopher Alan "Chris" Young (born June 12, 1985) is an American country music artist. In 2006, he was declared the winner of the television program Nashville Star, a singing competition which aired on the USA Network. After winning, he was signed to RCA Records Nashville, releasing his self-titled debut album that year. It produced two singles on Hot Country Songs: "Drinkin' Me Lonely" and "You're Gonna Love Me". A second album, The Man I Want to Be, was released September 1, 2009. It included the singles "Voices", "Gettin' You Home (The Black Dress Song)", and "The Man I Want to Be", which all went to number 1. Young's third album, Neon, produced two more number ones in "Tomorrow" and "You". more »

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Written by: Chris Tompkins, Christopher Young, Craig Wiseman

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12 facts about this song

Song Release
"Voices" by Chris Young was initially released in 2008 as the second single from his album "The Man I Want To Be."
Chart Performance
Despite initially peaking at number 37 on the Billboard Country Airplay chart in its 2008 release, the song was re-released in 2010 and reached number one in 2011.
Historical Achievement
"Voices" is one of the few songs in the history of Billboard's country charts to reach number one in its second chart run, after falling off the chart in its first run.
Song Theme
The song is about recognizing the wisdom and guidance of friends and family, especially parents and grandparents, to guide through life.
Songwriter
"Voices" was written by Chris Young together with Chris Tompkins and Craig Wiseman.
Awards
This song helped Young secure a nomination for the Top New Solo Vocalist at the 2010 Academy of Country Music Awards.
Music Video
The music video features Chris Young singing and playing the guitar, intercut with scenes of everyday people hearing the voices of their loved ones.
Reception
"Voices" received favorable reviews from critics praising Young's traditional country voice and the relatable lyrics.
Album Success
"Voices", along with other songs in the album "The Man I Want To Be", helped establish Young's successful career in country music.
Live Performances
"Voices" remains a popular song during Chris Young's live performances and has been part of his setlist on multiple tours.
Digital Sales
The song has performed well digitally, earning a Gold certification from the RIAA, indicating sales of over 500,000 units in the U.S.
Personal Significance
In interviews, Young has mentioned that "Voices" holds a special place in his heart due its heartfelt message about familial love and respect.

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