That's My Job

Conway Twitty

About That's My Job

"That's My Job" is a song written by Gary Burr, and recorded by American country music artist Conway Twitty. It was released in November 1987 as the third single from the album Borderline. The song reached #6 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.


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I woke up crying late at night
When I was very young.
I had dreamed my father
Had passed away and gone.

My world revolved around him
I couldn't lay there anymore.
So I made my way down the mirrored hall
And tapped upon his door.

And I said "Daddy, I'm so afraid
How will I go on with you gone that way?
Don't want to cry anymore
So may I stay with you?"

And he said "That's my job,
That's what I do.
Everything I do is because of you,
To keep you safe with me.
That's my job you see."

Later we barely got along
This teenage boy and he.
Most of the fights it seems
Were over different dreams,
We each held for me.

He wanted knowledge and learning.
I wanted to fly out west.
Said, "I could make it out there
If I just had the fare.
I got half, will you loan me the rest?"

And I said "Daddy, I'm so afraid,
There's no guarantee in the plans
I've made and if I should fail,
Who will pay my way back home?"

And he said "That's my job
That's what I do.
Everything I do is because of you
To keep you safe with me.
That's my job you see."

Every person carves his spot
And fills the hole with light.
And I pray someday I might
Light as bright as he.

Woke up early one bright fall day
To spread the tragic news.
After all my travel, I settled down
Within a mile or two.

I make my living with words and rhyme
And all this tragedy
Should go into my head and out instead
As bits of poetry.

But I say "Daddy, I'm so afraid,
How will I go on with you gone this way?
How can I come up with a song to say
I love you?"

That's my job, That's what I do
Everything I do is because of you
To keep you safe with me.
That's my job you see.
Everything I do is because of you
To keep you safe with me.

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Conway Twitty

Conway Twitty (September 1, 1933 – June 5, 1993), born Harold Lloyd Jenkins, was an American country music artist. He also had success in early rock and roll, R&B and pop music. He held the record for the most number one singles of any act with 40 No. 1 Billboard country hits until George Strait broke the record in 2006. From 1971-76, Twitty received a string of Country Music Association awards for duets with Loretta Lynn. He was never a member of the Grand Ole Opry, but was inducted into both the Country Music and Rockabilly Halls of Fame. more »

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Written by: BURR

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12 facts about this song

Release Year
"That's My Job" was released in 1987, recorded by famous country music singer Conway Twitty.
Album
The song is featured on Twitty’s album “Borderline,” which was released under the label MCA Records.
Chart Performance
"That's My Job" was a hit and peaked at number 6 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart in the U.S.
Song Composition
The song was written by Gary Burr, an acclaimed American songwriter who has written songs for several popular artists.
Theme & Lyrics
The song is often considered as one of the most touching songs about the bond between a father and a son, highlighted through the lyrics emphasizing the father’s undying devotion to his son.
Legacy
"That's My Job" continues to be one of Conway Twitty’s most loved and remembered songs and is often played on Father’s Day celebrations.
Genres
The song falls under the Country and Nashville sound genres. Conway Twitty was known for his style that blended country, pop, and rock elements.
Cover Versions
Several artists, including Scotty McCreery, a winner of the American Idol, have covered "That's My Job," showing its lasting appeal and impact.
Twitty's Death
After Conway Twitty’s death in 1993, the song gained additional sentimentality as listeners reflected on the artist’s career and contributions to country music.
Live Performances
Conway Twitty's emotional and heartfelt live performances of "That's My Job" are highlighted as memorable moments in his musical career.
Music Video
The music video for "That's My Job" effectively portrays the sentimental theme and narrative of the song, further adding to its popularity.
Notable Lyrics
The repeated line "That's my job, that's what I do" has been noted as particularly touching, as it encapsulates the father's sense of duty and love for his son.

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