Nothin' But the Wheel
Patty Loveless
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Way on past the boulevards Out here underneath the stars I've been flying past the houses, farms and fields Leaving all I know back there Rushing through the cold night air And I'm holding on to nothin' but the wheel Staying clear of the interstate I'm seeking out those old two lanes Trying to explain the way I feel Till all at once it's half past three And it's down, to just the trucks and me And I'm holding on to nothin' but the wheel I've been trying to drive you off my mind Maybe that way baby I can leave it all behind And forty-one goes on and on And the lights go winding in the dawn The sky's the color now of polished steel And the only thing I know for sure Is if you don't want me anymore Then I'm holding on to nothin' but the wheel And the only thing I know for sure Is if you don't want me anymore Then I'm holding on to nothin' but the wheel I'm holding on to nothin' but the wheel
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Written by: JOHN SCOTT SHERRILL
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10 facts about this song
Release Date and Chart PerformanceThe song "Nothin' But the Wheel" was released by Patty Loveless in 1991 and it reached number 20 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.
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Album HistoryThis song is included in Loveless's album "Up Against My Heart", which was her fifth album for MCA Records.
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Song GenrePatty Loveless is well known for her country style of music, and "Nothin' But the Wheel” is no exception - it lies firmly within the realm of country and bluegrass genres.
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Songwriter and ProducerThe song was written by John Scott Sherrill, a notable Nashville songwriter who's written hits for various country artists.
- The production was handled by Tony Brown, who's well-known as one of the most successful producers in country music.
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The Music VideoThe music video for "Nothin' But the Wheel" was directed by John Lloyd Miller, who has directed many other popular country music videos.
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Song InterpretationThe song talks about a journey, both literal and figurative. It describes a woman driving down the road, leaving behind a broken relationship, with “nothin’ but the wheel” to guide her.
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Critic's ReviewsCritics praised Patty Loveless's vocal performance in the song. They noted that her emotive voice added a significant amount of depth to the already poignant lyrics.
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Covers and PerformancesThis song has been covered by various artists, and it's often seen as a classic country anthem about heartbreak and moving on.
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Awards and RecognitionThough "Nothin' But the Wheel" did not win any specific awards, Patty Loveless has received numerous awards throughout her career that appreciated the depth and grace she brings to all her songs, "Nothin' But the Wheel" included.
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Spotify StreamsAs of 2021, "Nothin' But the Wheel" has accumulated over 100,000 streams on Spotify, showing its enduring popularity.
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