Out Goin' Cattin'

Sawyer Brown

About Out Goin' Cattin'

"Out Goin' Cattin'" is a song written by Mark Miller and Randy Scruggs, and released by American country music group Sawyer Brown. It featured guest vocals from Joe Bonsall of the Oak Ridge Boys. He was credited as Cat Joe Bonsall. It was released in September 1986 as the lead-off single and title tracks to Sawyer Brown's third album Out Goin' Cattin'. It peaked at number 11 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and number 4 the Canadian RPM country singles chart.


Year:
1991
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We still bop and our cars run hot
We're out cuttin' the fool
We're tearin' the town got the top laid down
Like we're back in school
I got a white sport coat and blue suede shoes
We're gonna find us a betty and a bobby sue

[Chorus]
Well don't go tellin' don't go rattin'
Hey baby baby we're out goin' cattin'
Juke joint jammin' tit for tat
And mama don't wait up, wait up
We're out goin' cattin'
Oh yeah, out goin' cattin'
Oh yeah, out goin' cattin'

I got a Chevy and we're in it
Gonna take it to the limit
Yeah we're lookin' fine
We'll take it to the hop
Maybe cruise the soda shop
Thinkin' back in time
Well don't say take it easy
Baby we're not through
I'm talkin oop bop a lou bop a lip bam boom

[Chorus]

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Sawyer Brown

Sawyer Brown is an American country music band founded in 1981 in Apopka, Florida, by five members of country pop singer Don King's road band: Bobby Randall (guitar) and Jim Scholten (bass guitar), both from Midland, Michigan; Joe Smyth (drums), Gregg "Hobie" Hubbard (keyboards), and Mark Miller (lead vocals). After King retired in 1981, the five members decided to form a band, first choosing the name Savanna before switching to Sawyer Brown, also the name of a road near where they practiced. more »

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Written by: RANDY SCRUGGS, MARK MILLER

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11 facts about this song

Release Information
"Out Goin' Cattin'" is a song performed by American country music band Sawyer Brown. It was released in June 1986 as the first single from their album of the same name.
Chart Performance
The song was incredibly successful in the United States, reaching the number 11 spot on the "Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart."
Guest Artist
The American country singer Joe Bonsall from the Oak Ridge Boys, provided additional vocal support on the track, which added a unique dynamic to the song.
Songwriters
The song was penned by three notable writers in the country music scene - Randy Scruggs, Mark Miller, and Fred Young. Randy Scruggs was a Grammy-winning artist, while Mark Miller was the lead vocalist for Sawyer Brown.
Sawyer Brown's Identity
"Out Goin' Cattin'" is considered one of Sawyer Brown's signature songs that helped shape their identity in the country music industry with its upbeat tempo and fusion of country-pop sound.
Music Video
The music video for "Out Goin' Cattin'" was directed by Martin Kahan, known for his work with other successful country artists. It further contributed to the band's prominence on television and wider exposure.
Influence
Sawyer Brown’s energetic performances in songs like "Out Goin' Cattin'" helped pave the way for a new crop of country music acts in the late '80s and early '90s.
Album Success
While the song itself was a major hit, the album "Out Goin' Cattin'" also fared well, peaking at number 9 on the US Billboard Top Country Albums chart.
Genre
The song is considered to be in the genre of Country Rock, a sub-genre that blends the twang and storytelling aspects of country music with the more energetic and vibrant elements of rock.
Live Performances
"Out Goin' Cattin'" is a staple fixture at Sawyer Brown's live performances, continuing to be a crowd-pleaser thanks to its lively and energizing sound.
Legacy
More than three decades after its release, "Out Goin' Cattin'" remains one of Sawyer Brown's most popular and recognizable songs, illustrating its enduring appeal and influence in the country music landscape.

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