Guitars, Cadillacs
Dwight Yoakam
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Girl you taught me how to hurt real bad and cry myself to sleep You showed me how this town can shatter dreams Another lesson about a naive fool that came to Babylon And found out that the pie don't taste so sweet Now it's guitars, Cadillacs, hillbilly music Lonely, lonely streets that I call home Yeah my guitars, Cadillacs, hillbilly music Is the only thing that keeps me hanging on There ain't no glamour in this tinseled land of lost and wasted lives And painful scars are all that's left of me Oh but thank you girl for teaching me brand new ways to be cruel If I can find my mind now, I guess I'll just leave And it's guitars, Cadillacs, hillbilly music Lonely, lonely streets that I call home Yeah my guitars, Cadillacs, hillbilly music Is the only thing that keeps me hanging on Oh it's guitars, Cadillacs, hillbilly music Lonely, lonely streets that I call home Yeah my guitars, Cadillacs, hillbilly music Is the only thing that keeps me hanging on It's the only thing that keeps me hanging on It's the only thing that keeps me hanging on
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Written by: Dwight David Yoakam
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10 facts about this song
Release Date"Guitars, Cadillacs" was released in June of 1986. It is part of Dwight Yoakam's debut album, “Guitars, Cadillacs, Etc., Etc.”
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Chart PerformanceDespite its vintage country sound at a time when pop-country was more popular, "Guitars, Cadillacs" earned tremendous success. It peaked at No. 4 on the US Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.
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Music Style"Guitars, Cadillacs" is often considered a modern country classic. The song mixes elements of Hillbilly music, honky tonk and country rock, showcasing Yoakam's reverence for traditional country music.
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Cultural ImpactThe song sent a message that traditional country music still held a place within the genre. It is credited with helping to kick off the neo-traditional movement within country music.
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Song ThemeLyrically, "Guitars, Cadillacs" centers on themes of heartbreak and loneliness, with a character who uses music and driving as a means of escape.
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Video RecognitionThe music video for "Guitars, Cadillacs" has often been praised and recognized for capturing the essence of the song. It was named Country Music Association Video of the Year in 1986.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by several artists over the years, showcasing its timeless appeal and popularity.
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SongwriterYoakam is the sole writer of "Guitars, Cadillacs". This song helped to establish him as a talented songwriter, setting the foundation for his long and successful career.
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Debut Single"Guitars, Cadillacs" was Dwight Yoakam's debut single, setting his career in motion and helping to shape his persona as a 'Bakersfield Sound' country artist.
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Critical AcclaimEven decades after its release, "Guitars, Cadillacs" continues to be showered with critical acclaim. Rolling Stone magazine listed it as one of the "100 Greatest Country Songs of All Time".
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