Out of Hand
Gary Stewart
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I never intended To even know your name Except for the woman waitin' at home They've all been the same I've always been true Except for you Not even a one night stand And I never intended For it to get so Out of hand Out of hand, out of hand I'm a hard-living kind of a man I need more to keep me goin' Than this gold wedding band You're my kind of woman I'm your kind of man Maybe that's the reason It got so, out of hand I never intended For it to go this far I don't think I can get off From where we are Some time to waste So just a taste Was all, that I had planned And I never intended For it to get so Out of hand Out of hand, out of hand I'm a hard living kind of a man I need more to keep me goin' Than this gold wedding band You're my kind of woman And I'm your kind of a man Maybe that's the reason It got so, out of hand Out of hand, out of hand I'm a hard loving kind of a man I need more to keep me goin' Than this gold wedding band
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Written by: JEFF BARRY, THOMAS LOUIS JANS
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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12 facts about this song
Artist Background"Gary Stewart" was a country artist known for his honky-tonk sound and his emotional style of singing. He was active from the 1960s to the 2000s.
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Release DateThe song "Out of Hand" was released in 1975 as a part of the album by the same name.
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Chart PerformanceThe song was a hit and reached number one on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Singles chart.
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Album PerformanceThe album "Out of Hand" also did well, reaching number 6 on the U.S. Billboard Top Country Albums chart.
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Song ThemeThe lyrics of "Out of Hand" discuss a man's intense heartbreak and struggles with addiction.
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Signature Song"Out of Hand" is often considered one of Stewart's signature songs, showcasing his unique honky-tonk style.
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HonorsIn 2017, the album "Out of Hand" was selected for preservation in the National Recording Registry by the Library of Congress as being "culturally, historically, or artistically significant".
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Collateral RecognitionThe song's success also played a vital role in launching Stewart's successful career in the mid-1970s and establishing him as a significant voice in country music.
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Song Writing"Out of Hand" was written by Tom Jans and Jeff Barry, who were accomplished songwriters and producers in their own rights.
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LegacyDespite its release in the 1970s, "Out of Hand" continues to be respected and admired by country music fans, helping to solidify Gary Stewart's legacy in the industry.
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Personal TragedySadly, despite his talent and success, Stewart's personal life was marked by considerable loss and tragedy, reflected in the emotional depth of songs like "Out of Hand".
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Emotional ImpactFans of the song often note the way its melancholic lyrics combined with Stewart's raw, emotional delivery to create a powerful and lasting impact.
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