The Old Side of Town
Tom T. Hall
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Ain't it strange how people change and almost overnight Who once was a country girl is now a, a socialite We're proud for you, but when you're through And seek some common ground Oh, we miss you on the old side of town We still drink cokes and tell old jokes and bowl at Splits and Strikes Country music still plays on the jukebox every night Society is not for me, but I can still be found Oh, we miss you on the old side of town RSVP is not for me and black tie's not my style I thought you'd like to know 'cause you ain't been here for awhile We read about your tour de force, we're glad you get around But we miss you on the old side of town We still drink cokes and tell old jokes and we bowl at Splits and Strikes George Jones is still a hero on the jukebox every night Society is not for me, but I can still be found Oh, we miss you on the old side of town Babe, we miss you on the old side of town
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Song Background"The Old Side of Town" is a song written and performed by American country music artist Tom T. Hall. The song was released in 1980.
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Album DetailThe song appears on Hall's album "For the People in the Last Hard Town", which was released under the label Mercury Nashville.
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Chart PerformanceThe song was one of Hall's most successful, peaking at number six on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Singles in 1980.
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Working Class Themes"The Old Side of Town" is often recognized for its themes of working-class life.
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Hall's Signature StyleLike many of Tom T. Hall’s songs, "The Old Side of Town" is known for its storytelling narrative style.
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Critical AcclaimThe song is considered one of Hall's best and is often praised for its lyrical depth and emotional resonance.
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Songwriting Skill"The Old Side of Town" showcases Hall's ability to combine melancholy and nostalgia in his songwriting.
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Connection with AudienceThe song narrates the story of a man revisiting his old neighborhood, a theme that resonated with many listeners.
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Influence on Other ArtistsHall, also known as "The Storyteller," has been cited by many country and folk artists as a key influence in their songwriting, and "The Old Side of Town" is often highlighted as an example of his lyrical prowess.
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Hall’s LegacyThough Tom T. Hall passed away in 2021, songs like "The Old Side of Town" continue to uphold his legacy in the country music scene.
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