I Meant Every Word He Said

Ricky Van Shelton

About I Meant Every Word He Said

"I Meant Every Word He Said" is a song co-written by Joe Chambers, Bucky Jones and Curly Putman, and recorded by American country music artist Ricky Van Shelton. It was released in June 1990 as the third single from the album RVS III. It peaked at number 2 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and reached number 1 on the Canadian RPM country singles chart.


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1995
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I heard him say, "I love you"
I heard him say, "Forever"
And without you, he'd rather be dead
I felt my hands shaking
I felt my heart breaking
'Cause I meant every word he said

I saw him whisper something
Then I saw you look so happy
It's a look I won't ever forget
'Cause whatever he told you
Meant I'd never hold you
And I meant every word he said

His heart stole those words from my head
Now it's too late to tell you what he's already said

I heard him say, "I love you"
I heard him say, "Forever"
Then he said with this ring I thee wed
And when he said, "I do"
I choked back, I do too
And I meant every word he said

His heart stole those words from my head
Now it's too late to tell you what he's already said

I heard him say, "I love you"
I heard him say, "Forever"
Then he said with this ring I thee wed
And when he said, "I do"
I choked back, I do too
'Cause I meant every word he said

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Ricky Van Shelton

Ricky Van Shelton (born January 12, 1952) is a retired American country music artist. Active between 1986 and 2006, he has charted more than twenty singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts. This figure includes ten Number One hits: "Somebody Lied", "Life Turned Her That Way", 'Don't We All Have the Right", "I'll Leave This World Loving You", "From a Jack to a King" (a cover of the Ned Miller hit), "Living Proof", "I've Cried My Last Tear for You", "Rockin' Years" (a duet with Dolly Parton), "I Am a Simple Man", and "Keep It Between the Lines". Besides these, seven more of his singles have landed in the Top Ten on the same chart. He has also released nine studio albums, of which his first four have all been certified platinum by the Recording Industry… more »

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Written by: CURLY PUTMAN, BUCKY JONES, JOE CHAMBERS

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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10 facts about this song

Chart History
"I Meant Every Word He Said" peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart in 1990, making it one of Ricky Van Shelton's highest-charting singles.
Album Connection
The song is from Ricky Van Shelton's third studio album, "RVS III," which reached No. 1 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart.
Songwriting Team
"I Meant Every Word He Said" was written by renowned songwriters Joe Chambers, Bucky Jones, Curly Putman, making it a product of some of the best songwriting talent the country genre has to offer.
Twin Titles
Interestingly, "I Meant Every Word He Said" has a title that is a play on words. It could be interpreted as the singer making a promise he intends to keep, or revealing that he was the one speaking through someone else
Awards Season
While the song itself didn't win any awards, Ricky Van Shelton was named Male Vocalist of the Year by the Country Music Association in 1989, the year before "I Meant Every Word He Said" was released.
Unique Music Video
The music video for "I Meant Every Word He Said" features Shelton performing the song under a spotlight, interspersed with scenes of him acting out the song's story. This was typical of country music videos at the time.
Lasting Impact
Even though 'I Meant Every Word He Said' didn't step on the first step of the chart, the song has left a lasting impression on not just Shelton's fans, but on country music as a whole for its meaningful lyrics and Shelton's powerful delivery.
Signature Ballad
Over the years, "I Meant Every Word He Said" has become one of Shelton's signature ballads and a favorite among fans.
Song Cover
Ricky Van Shelton's rendition is the most highly recognized, but it's worth noting that the song has been covered by various artists, demonstrating its enduring appeal.
Subject Matter
The song's heartfelt lyrics and romantic sentiment have made it a popular choice at weddings and anniversaries, adding to its cultural impact.

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