Foolin' Around

Buck Owens

About Foolin' Around

"Foolin' Around" is a song co-written and recorded by American country music artist Buck Owens. The song peaked at number 2 on the U. S. Billboard Hot Country Singles chart.


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2013
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[Chorus]
I know that you've been foolin' around on me
Right from the start
So I'll take back my ring, and I'll take back my heart
And when you're tired of foolin' around with two or three
Come on home and fool around with me

I wasn't foolin' around the day I said I do
But many a night I wished that I had been a-foolin' too
I know it's foolish taking all this misery
But when it's you, a fool I'll always be

[Chorus]

So, honey, fool around
You know right where I'm at
Don't worry if I'm lonesome 'cause I'm used to that
And when you're tired of foolin' 'round with two or three
Then come on home and fool around with me 

[Chorus]

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Buck Owens

Alvis Edgar Owens, Jr. (August 12, 1929 – March 25, 2006), better known as Buck Owens, was an American singer and guitarist who had 21 No. 1 hits on the Billboard country music charts with his band, the Buckaroos. They pioneered what came to be called the Bakersfield sound—a reference to Bakersfield, California, the city Owens called home and from which he drew inspiration for what he preferred to call American music. more »

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Written by: BUCK OWENS, HARLAN HOWARD

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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12 facts about this song

Genre & Influence
"Foolin' Around" is a song that was primarily said to have helped shaped the Bakersfield sound - a genre of country music that originated in the mid- to late 1950s in Bakersfield, California.
Release Date & Album
The song was released in 1961 as part of the album "Buck Owens Sings Harlan Howard."
Songwriters
"Foolin' Around" was written by Harlan Howard and Buck Owens himself.
Chart Performance
The song was a massive success, reaching No.2 on the Billboard Country Singles chart.
Live Performances
Owens often performed "Foolin' Around" on "Hee Haw," a television variety show that he co-hosted.
Cover Versions
Many artists have covered the song, including Dwight Yoakam, who included it in his 2007 album "Dwight Sings Buck."
Legacy of Buck Owens
Buck Owens is a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame and was an influential figure in country music. His song "Foolin' Around" remains one of his most popular tracks.
Song’s Theme
The song's lyrics tell the story of a man who suspects his lover is being unfaithful, a common theme in traditional country music.
Recording Company
The song was recorded and released under the Capitol Records label.
Unique Sound
The "twangy" lead guitar sound that characterizes "Foolin' Around" is a signature element of Buck Owens and contributes to the distinctive Bakersfield sound.
Duration
The song runs for just over 2 minutes, which was common for country and pop songs of the era.
Notable Instrumentation
The hit featured Owens' guitar playing as well as Don Rich's work on the fiddle, both of which added layers to the song's sound.

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