I'm Gonna Take That Mountain

Reba McEntire

About I'm Gonna Take That Mountain

"I'm Gonna Take That Mountain" is a song written by Jerry Salley and Melissa Peirce, and recorded by American country music artist Reba McEntire. It was released in August 2003 as the first single from the album Room to Breathe. The song reached number 14 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.


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I was born a stubborn soul
Ain't afraid of the great unknown
Or a winding road that's all uphill
This is just a stumbling block
Intimidating wall of rock
If you think this broken heart will break my will

I'm gonna take that mountain
Ain't nothing gonna slow me down
There ain't no way around it
Gonna leave it level with the ground
I ain't just gonna cross it, climb it, fight it
I'm gonna take that mountain

It's overwhelming looking up
Knowing it's the challenge of
Me against this heartache to survive
I may slip and I may fall
But even if I have to crawl
I'll break through to the healing side

I'm gonna take that mountain
Ain't nothing gonna slow me down
There ain't no way around it
Gonna leave it level with the ground
I ain't just gonna cross it, climb it, fight it
I'm gonna take that mountain

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Reba McEntire

Reba Nell McEntire (born March 28, 1955) is an American country music artist and actress. She began her career in the music industry as a high school student singing in the Kiowa High School band, on local radio shows with her siblings, and at rodeos. While a sophomore in college, she performed the National Anthem at the National Rodeo in Oklahoma City and caught the attention of country artist Red Steagall. He brought her to Nashville, Tennessee, where she signed a contract with Mercury Records a year later in 1975. She released her first solo album in 1977 and released five additional studio albums under the label until 1983. more »

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Written by: MELISSA ANN PEIRCE, JERRY SALLEY

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing

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10 facts about this song

Artist Information
"I'm Gonna Take That Mountain" is performed by country music artist Reba McEntire. McEntire is one of the best-selling female country artists of all time, and she has also had a successful acting career.
Song Background
The song is the first single from her album "Room to Breathe," which was released in 2003. The album marks her comeback after a 5-year hiatus from recording songs.
Chart Performance
Despite not having performed on the country music scene for several years, "I'm Gonna Take That Mountain" performed well, peaking at number 14 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs & Tracks chart.
Music Video
The song's music video, directed by Steven Goldmann, uses thematic imagery of mountains to depict the metaphorical challenges McEntire sings about overcoming in the song.
Song Theme
The song shows a message of resilience. It describes a spirited woman who, in spite of facing heartbreak and struggle, is determined to conquer her troubles, much like taking a mountain.
Songwriters
It was co-written by two established Nashville songwriters, Jerry Salley and Melissa Peirce. Jerry Salley is a successful songwriter with hundreds of songs recorded by top artists, while Melissa Peirce has written hit songs for artists like Garth Brooks, Reba McEntire, and David Nail.
Album Success
"Room to Breathe," the album on which "I'm Gonna Take That Mountain" appears, was a commercial success. It was certified Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America for shipments of a million units.
Review
The song received positive reviews from critics. Billboard called it "a spirited anthem of determination and survival that finds McEntire in fine voice. The track is a bluegrass-kissed country number with a catchy chorus and some fine instrumental work."
Live Performance
McEntire performed "I'm Gonna Take That Mountain" live at the CMA Awards in 2003 making it as one of the highlights of the award night.
Interpretation
McEntire's powerful performance of "I'm Gonna Take That Mountain" is seen by many fans as a reflection of her own determination and resilience throughout her career. She has often faced adversity and challenge, much like the song's protagonist, but has always come back stronger, making her one of country music's biggest stars.

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