The Radio

Vince Gill

About The Radio

"The Radio" is a song co-written and recorded by American country music artist Vince Gill. It was released in June 1988 as the fourth single from the album The Way Back Home. The song reached #39 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart. The song was written by Gill and Reed Nielsen.


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1995
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There's a long white line stretching out on the road ahead
And there ain't one magazine that I ain't read
I haven't seen you in weeks but I hear you on the radio
Singing soft and low
 
We're so far apart
This old highway ain't home
When the heartache starts
I just turn the radio on

There never seems to be time for me and you
That's a price you pay for the life you choose
Tonight's the loneliest night I've ever known
It just goes on and on

We're so far apart
This old highway ain't home
When the heartache starts
I just turn the radio on

It does my heart good to see you shine
So I'll just keep on counting these white lines
I haven't seen you in weeks but I hear you on the radio
Calling me back home

We're so far apart
This old highway ain't home
When the heartache starts
I just turn the radio on

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Vince Gill

Vincent Grant "Vince" Gill (born April 12, 1957) is an American country singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. He has achieved commercial success and fame both as frontman to the country rock band Pure Prairie League in the 1970s, and as a solo artist beginning in 1983, where his talents as a vocalist and musician have placed him in high demand as a guest vocalist, and a duet partner. Gill has recorded more than 20 studio albums, charted over 40 singles on the U.S. Billboard charts as Hot Country Songs, and has sold more than 22 million albums. He has been honored by the Country Music Association with 18 CMA Awards, including two Entertainer of the Year awards and five Male Vocalist Awards. Gill has also earned 20 Grammy Awards, more than any other male… more »

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Written by: VINCENT GRANT GILL, REED NIELSEN

Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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10 facts about this song

Genre
"The Radio" by Vince Gill classifies under the Country genre, primarily highlighting elements of traditional Country and Western music.
Album
The song is from the album "When I Call Your Name," which was released in 1989. This album is considered one of Vince Gill's most notable works.
Song Contribution
"The Radio" is credited as one of the songs that helped Gill solidify his place in the country music scene.
Chart Performance
Although not released as a single, it shaped the overall success of the album "When I Call Your Name," which reached No. 2 on the US Billboard Top Country Albums chart.
Grammy Award
The album "When I Call Your Name," where "The Radio" is featured, won the 1991 Grammy Award for Best Male Country Vocal Performance, enhancing the song's recognition.
Collaborations
Although "The Radio" is a solo performance by Vince Gill, the album includes collaborations with other country musicians such as Emmylou Harris, Patty Loveless, and Ricky Skaggs.
Song Theme
Like many of Gill’s songs, “The Radio” weaves a story, capturing themes of love, loss, and nostalgia. It's characteristic of his distinctive storytelling approach in songwriting.
Instrumentation
"The Radio" prominently features Gill's notable guitar skills. He's been hailed as one of the most talented guitarists in country music.
Songwriting
Vince Gill is credited as a songwriter for "The Radio," showcasing his talent not just as a singer and guitarist but also a lyricist.
Critical Reception
Critics have praised "The Radio" for its combination of traditional country, folk influences, and Gill's warm, distinct vocals.

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