Tennessee River

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About Tennessee River

"Tennessee River" is a song written by Randy Owen, and recorded by American country music band Alabama. It was recorded in April 1980 as the third single from the album My Home's in Alabama. The song was the group's first No. 1 song on the Billboard magazine Hot Country Singles chart.


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I was born across the river
In the mountains where I call home
Lord, times were good there
Don't know why I ever roamed

Oh, Tennessee River and a mountain man,
We get together anytime we can
Oh, Tennessee River and a mountain man,
We play together in Mother Nature's band

Me and my woman's done made our plans
On the Tennessee River, walkin' hand in hand
Gonna raise a famly, Lord, settle down
Where peace and love can still be found

Oh, Tennessee River and a mountain man,
We get together anytime we can
Oh, Tennessee River and a mountain man,
We play together in Mother Nature's band

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Alabama

Alabama is a country music and southern rock band from Fort Payne, Alabama, United States. The band was founded in 1969 by Randy Owen (lead vocals, Rhythm Guitar) and his cousin Teddy Gentry (bass guitar, background vocals), soon joined by Jeff Cook (Lead Guitar, fiddle, keyboards). In 1973, after Owen's graduation from Jacksonville State University, they gave up their day jobs and weekend gigs. The group, formerly known as "Wildcountry", left Fort Payne and Lookout Mountain to explore the possibilities of the club scene in surrounding coastal South Carolina. The band is often credited with bringing country music groups (as opposed to solo vocalists) into the mainstream, paving the way for the success of today's top country groups. Since i… more »

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Written by: RANDY OWEN

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16 facts about this song

Release Date
"Tennessee River" was released on May 31, 1980.
Chart Performance
The song reached number 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, marking the band's first number 1 hit.
Album Information
"Tennessee River" is the title track and leading single of Alabama's second studio album, also named "Tennessee River."
Song Producers
The song was produced by Harold Shedd and Alabama members.
Songwriter
It was written by Randy Owen, one of Alabama's founding members.
Duration
The running length of the original track is 3:02 minutes.
Genre
"Tennessee River" is classified within the Country music genre.
Signature Song
Over time, "Tennessee River" has become one of Alabama's signature songs.
Performances
Alabama often opens their concerts with the song "Tennessee River".
Song Theme
It celebrates the beauty and tranquility of life by the Tennessee River, echoing the band's Southern roots.
Recording Label
The song was recorded under the RCA Nashville recording label.
Certification
Though the exact certifications of the single are not stated, the "Tennessee River" album was certified multi-platinum by the RIAA.
Event Commemoration
In 2010, the band, Alabama, played "Tennessee River" at the Tennessee Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park, nearly 30 years after its original release.
Cover Versions
Numerous artists, such as the country music band Old Crow Medicine Show, have covered "Tennessee River".
Band’s Intentions
The band chose this song as their first single with the intention of affirming their Southern roots.
Commercial Success
Upon release, "Tennessee River" was a commercial success, capturing the appeal of both pop and country music fans.

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