More Than a Memory

Garth Brooks

About More Than a Memory

"More Than a Memory" is a song written by Lee Brice, Billy Montana, and Kyle Jacobs and recorded by American country music artist Garth Brooks. It was released in August 27, 2007 as his 51st single and first single from his third compilation album The Ultimate Hits. On the U. S. Billboard Hot Country Songs chart dated for September 15, 2007, it became the first song to debut at #1 in the entire history of that chart. (Seven years later, Craig Wayne Boyd's "My Baby's Got a Smile on Her Face" became the second song to debut at #1 on Hot Country Songs. ) The song was also Brooks's first #1 hit since "To Make You Feel My Love" in 1998. 


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People say she's only in my head
It's gonna take time but I'll forget
They say I need to get on with my life
But they don't realize

Is when your dialing six numbers just to hang up the phone.
Driving cross town just to see if she's home.
Waking a friend in the dead of night, just to hear 'em say it's gonna be alright.
When your finding things to do not to fall asleep
'Cause you know she'll be there in your dreams.
That's when she's
More than a memory

Took a match to everything she ever wrote
Watched her words go up in smoke
Tore all the pictures off the wall
But that ain't helping me at all.

'Cause when your talking out loud and nobody's there
You look like hell and you just don't care
Drinking more than you've ever drank
Sinking down lower than you've ever sank
When you find yourself falling down upon your knees,
Praying to God, begging him please
That's when she's
More than a memory

She's more
She's more

'Cause when your dialing her number just to hang up the phone
Driving cross town just to see if she's home
Waking a friend in the dead of night, just to hear 'em say it's gonna be alright
When our finding things to do not to fall asleep
'Cause you know she'll be waiting in your dreams
That's when she's
More than a memory

People say she's only in my head
Its gonna take time but I'll forget

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Garth Brooks

Troyal Garth Brooks (born February 7, 1962) is an American country music artist. His eponymous first album was released in 1989 and peaked at number 2 in the US country album chart while climbing to number 13 on the Billboard 200 album chart. Brooks' integration of rock elements into his recordings and live performances has earned him immense popularity. This progressive approach allowed him to dominate the country single and album charts while quickly crossing over into the mainstream pop arena, exposing country music to a larger audience. more »

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Written by: Kyle Christopher Jacobs, Billy Montana, Kenneth Mobley Jr. Brice

Lyrics © MIKE CURB MUSIC

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12 facts about this song

Album Release
"More Than a Memory" is a song from the album "The Ultimate Hits," which was released in 2007 by Garth Brooks.
Record-Breaking Achievement
The song is known for becoming the first to debut at number one on Billboard's Hot Country Songs chart on its release.
Song's Theme
The lyrics revolve around the pain and regret associated with recurrent memories of an old love.
Songwriter
"More Than a Memory" was written by Lee Brice, Billy Montana, and Kyle Jacobs.
Certified Platinum
The song helped spearhead the album's enormous success, which was certified Platinum by RIAA, shipping over 2 million units.
Brooks' Comeback
"The Ultimate Hits" album, having the song "More Than a Memory," marked Brooks' comeback after a semi-retirement in 2001.
Music Genre
"More Than a Memory" belongs to the country and pop genre, like most of Brooks' songs.
Critics' Reception
This song received positive reviews from critics. Many praised its emotive lyrics and Brooks' passionate performance.
Duration
The duration of "More Than a Memory" is 3 minutes and 53 seconds.
Chart Performance
Besides its debut on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, the song also reached number 53 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Public Recognition
"More Than a Memory" is often recognized as one of Brooks' signature songs.
Cultural Impact
The song, like many of Brooks' pieces, has become a staple in country music and has influenced many upcoming country artists.

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