Busy Man

Billy Ray Cyrus

About Busy Man

"Busy Man" is a song written by Bob Regan and George Teren, and recorded by American country music artist Billy Ray Cyrus. It was released in August 1998 as the second single from his album Shot Full of Love. The song reached a peak of number 3 on the U. S. country singles charts in early 1999, becoming his first Top 10 hit since "Somebody New" in 1993 and his last until "Ready, Set, Don't Go" in 2008.


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There's a little boy out in the driveway
His basketball in hand
Saying Daddy could we play a little one on one
You pat him on the back and say not now son
I'm a busy man

His sister's out on the sidewalk
Setting up a lemonade stand
Hey Daddy don't you want to buy a glass from me
You say maybe later, can't you see I'm a busy man

[Chorus]
You got to go, got to run
Hit it hard and get it done
Everyone can see you're going far
You got responsibilities
A crazy schedule that you keep
And when you say that time's a-wasting
You don't know how right you are
Busy man

There's a woman in the bedroom crying
Saying I thought we had plans
You say honey I'm sorry I'll make it up
When the job slows down and I'm not such
A busy man

[Chorus]

Have you ever seen a headstone with these words
"If only I had spent more time at work"

There's a call one day from the office
They need you down in Birmingham
You say no way, the weekend's mine
I got plans with the kids and a date with my wife
I'm a busy man

[Chorus]

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Billy Ray Cyrus

William "Billy" Ray Cyrus (born August 25, 1961) is an American country music singer, songwriter, actor and philanthropist, who has achieved great success worldwide. Having released twelve studio albums and forty-four singles since 1992, he is best known for his Number One single "Achy Breaky Heart", which became the first single ever to achieve triple Platinum status in Australia. It was also the best-selling single in the same country in 1992 and was translated into more than 100 languages. Thanks to the video of this hit, the linedance catapulted into the mainstream, becoming a worldwide craze. Cyrus, a multi-platinum selling recording artist, has scored a total of eight top-ten singles on the Billboard Country Songs chart. His most successful album to dat… more »

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Written by: GEORGE G. III TEREN, ROBERT JOSEPH REGAN

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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15 facts about this song

Release Year
"Busy Man" by Billy Ray Cyrus was released in 1998.
Album
The song is included in Cyrus's album called "Shot Full of Love", which was his fifth studio album.
Country Music Style
"Busy Man" is a country music song showcasing Cyrus's characteristic voice and style.
Chart Ranking
In the United States, "Busy Man" reached number 3 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.
Songwriter
The song was written by Bob Regan and George Teren, well-known country songwriters.
Music Video
A music video was also released for this song. It was directed by Charley Randazzo.
Impact of Song
Despite the commercial failure of the album, "Busy Man" still managed to achieve considerable chart success and recognition.
Song Message
"Busy Man" encompasses a narrative urging individuals to take out time for their loved ones despite their busy schedules.
Performance Popularity
Billy Ray Cyrus's performance of "Busy Man" is popular at concerts and it's often included in his live sets.
Critical Reception
Despite its commercial success, the song earned a mixed critical reception. Critics noted Cyrus's emotive and relatable storytelling prowess, while others deemed the song's theme as somewhat cliched.
Reinvention of Career
Billy Ray Cyrus has stated in various interviews that "Busy Man," amongst a few other songs, has helped him reinvent himself as an artist after the initial success of "Achy Breaky Heart."
Song Duration
The track is perfect for radio play, having a duration of three minutes and 20 seconds.
Multiple Versions
An acoustic version of "Busy Man" was featured in Cyrus's 2000 album "Southern Rain," signifying the song's importance in Cyrus's catalog.
Airplay
Despite mixed reviews, "Busy Man" enjoyed heavy rotation on country radio stations at the time of its release.
Music Career
This song played a significant part in keeping Billy Ray Cyrus's career active in the late 1990s, despite the fading popularity of his earlier hits.

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