Cadillac Ranch

Chris LeDoux

About Cadillac Ranch

"Cadillac Ranch" is a song written by Chuck Jones and Chris Waters, and recorded by American country music artist Chris LeDoux. It was released in October 1992 as the second and final single from his album Whatcha Gonna Do with a Cowboy. The song reached number 18 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart and number 16 on the Canadian RPM Country Tracks.


Year:
1994
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Well the well went dry and the cow did too
And daddy didn't know what to do
The banker came by the house one day
He said he's gonna take the farm away
Then mama came up with a plan
My brother and me started up a band
My sister put a sign on the roof
And daddy bought a case of 90 proof

There we called it the Cadillac Ranch
They're parking cars in the old bean patch
There's a bar in the barn and the place stays packed
Till the cows come home at Cadillac Ranch

Now the only thing that we raise is cane
You don't need the sun or rain
Just some neon lights saying some ice cold beer
Keeps everything green around here
Mama takes the cash at the door
My brother and me keep them out on the floor
My sister sets them up at the bar
And daddy kicks back with a big cigar

There we called it the Cadillac Ranch
They're parking cars in the old bean patch
There's a bar in the barn and the place stays packed
Till the cows come home at Cadillac Ranch

Well we gave all the cows away
Now the only horns around here today
Are the ones up on the grill
Of a genuine '59 Coupe Deville

There we called it the Cadillac Ranch
They're parking cars in the old bean patch
There's a bar in the barn and the place stays packed
Till the cows come home at Cadillac Ranch

There we called it the Cadillac Ranch
They're parking cars in the old bean patch
There's a bar in the barn and the place stays packed
Till the cows come home at Cadillac Ranch

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Chris LeDoux

Chris Ledoux (October 2, 1948 – March 9, 2005) was an American country music singer-songwriter, bronze sculptor and rodeo champion. During his career LeDoux recorded 36 albums (many self-released) which have sold more than six million units in the United States as of January 2007. He was awarded one gold album certification from the RIAA, and was nominated for a Grammy Award and the Academy of Country Music Music Pioneer Award. more »

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Written by: CHARLES HARMON JONES, CHRISTOPHER WATERS DUNN

Lyrics © MIKE CURB MUSIC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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12 facts about this song

Song Genre
"Cadillac Ranch" is a country music song.
Artist Background
The song was sung by Chris LeDoux, a rodeo champion turned country music singer.
Song Release
"Cadillac Ranch" was first released on the album "Whatcha Gonna Do With a Cowboy" in 1992.
Chart Achievement
The song reached number 96 on the US Billboard Hot 100.
Song Collaboration
This song was a duet with country music superstar Garth Brooks.
Album Success
"Whatcha Gonna Do With a Cowboy", the album that features "Cadillac Ranch", is certified Gold by RIAA.
Song Theme
The song's lyrics narrate a fun and lighthearted story of the Cadillac Ranch, an art installation and local tourist attraction in Texas.
Artist Influence
Chris LeDoux's cowboy lifestyle greatly influenced his music, including this song.
Cover Version
"Cadillac Ranch" was originally written and performed by Bruce Springsteen, LeDoux covered the song making it more popular in country music circles.
Inspirational Venue
The song is named after an actual ranch in Texas, where several Cadillacs are buried nose-down in the ground.
Song Duration
The song lasts for 2 minutes and 54 seconds, making it a concise and catchy tune.
Review and Reception
Fans and critics alike appreciated "Cadillac Ranch" for its country charm and authenticity.

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