Boys 'Round Here

Pistol Annies, Blake Shelton

About Boys 'Round Here

"Boys 'Round Here" is a song written by Rhett Akins, Dallas Davidson, and Craig Wiseman and recorded by American country music artist Blake Shelton. The song is credited to "Blake Shelton with Pistol Annies and Friends", as it features myriad vocal collaborators including the Pistol Annies (Miranda Lambert, Ashley Monroe, and Angaleena Presley), along with country singer RaeLynn, all three co-writers, and Scott Hendricks, who also produced the track. It was released in 2013 as the second single from his seventh studio album, Based on a True Story. .. The song uses examples of a Southern lifestyle to create its lyrical narrative. "Boys 'Round Here" received mixed reception for its production style and lyrical content. It peaked at number 1 on both the Country Airplay and Canada Country charts published by Billboard. 


Year:
2013
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Red red red red red red red red redneck

Well the boys 'round here don't listen to The Beatles
Run ole Bocephus through a jukebox needle
At a honky-tonk, where their boots stomp
All night what? (that's right)
Yeah, and what they call work, digging in the dirt
Gotta get it in the ground 'fore the rain come down
To get paid, to get the girl
In your 4 wheel drive (a country boy can survive)

Yeah the boys 'round here
Drinking that ice cold beer
Talkin' 'bout girls, talkin' 'bout trucks
Runnin' them red dirt roads out, kicking up dust
The boys 'round here
Sending up a prayer to the man upstairs
Backwoods legit, don't take no shit
Chew tobacco, chew tobacco, chew tobacco, spit

Aw heck
Red red red red red red red red red red redneck

Well the boys 'round here, they're keeping it country
Ain't a damn one know how to do the dougie
(You don't do the dougie?) no, not in Kentucky
But these girls 'round here yep, they still love me
Yeah, the girls 'round here, they all deserve a whistle
Shakin' that sugar, sweet as Dixie crystal
They like that y'all and southern drawl
And just can't help it cause they just keep fallin'

For the boys 'round here
Drinking that ice cold beer
Talkin' 'bout girls, talkin' 'bout trucks
Runnin' them red dirt roads out, kicking up dust
The boys 'round here
Sending up a prayer to the man upstairs
Backwoods legit, don't take no shit
Chew tobacco, chew tobacco, chew tobacco, spit

Let me hear you say
(Ooh let's ride)
Through the country side
(Ooh let's ride)
Down to the river side

Hey now girl, hop inside
Me and you gonna take a little ride to the river
Let's ride (that's right)
Lay a blanket on the ground
Kissing and the crickets is the only sound
We out of town
Have you ever got down with a
Red red red red red red red red red red redneck?
Do you wanna get down with a
Red red red red red red red red red red redneck?
Girl you gotta get down

With the boys 'round here
Drinking that ice cold beer
Talkin' 'bout girls, talkin' 'bout trucks
Runnin' them red dirt roads out, kicking up dust
The boys 'round here
Sending up a prayer to the man upstairs
Backwoods legit, don't take no shit
Chew tobacco, chew tobacco, chew tobacco, spit

(Ooh let's ride)
Red red red red red red red red redneck
(Ooh let's ride)
I'm one of them boys 'round here
(Ooh let's ride)
Red red red red red red red red redneck
(Ooh let's ride)

Well all I'm thinkin' 'bout is you and me, how we'll be
So come on girl, hop inside
Me and you, we're gonna take a little ride
Lay a blanket on the ground
Kissing and the crickets is the only sound
We out of town
Girl you gotta get down with a
Come on through the country side
Down to the river side

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Blake Shelton

Blake Tollison Shelton (born June 18, 1976) is an American country singer-songwriter and television personality. In 2001, he made his debut with the single "Austin". Released as the lead-off single from his self-titled debut album, "Austin" went on to spend five weeks at Number One on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts. This song was the first single from his gold-certified debut album, which also produced two more Top 20 hits. Although the album was released on Giant Records Nashville, Shelton was transferred to Warner Bros. Records Nashville after Giant closed in late 2001. more »

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Written by: CRAIG WISEMAN, DALLAS DAVIDSON, RHETT AKINS

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11 facts about this song

Song Details
"Boys 'Round Here" is a country song by American country music artist Blake Shelton. It was released in 2013 as the second single from his seventh studio album, "Based on a True Story…".
Songwriter Credits
The song was written by Rhett Akins, Dallas Davidson, and Craig Wiseman, all prominent songwriters in the country music industry.
Genre Blend
While primarily a country song, "Boys 'Round Here" incorporates elements of rap and rock music, a combination that's often dubbed as "hick-hop" or "bro-country."
Chart Performance
The song was a commercial success, peaking at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and reaching No. 19 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Multi-Platinum Certification
"Boys 'Round Here" has been certified quadruple Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for moving over 4 million units.
Collaboration
The song features backing vocals from popular country music band, "Pistol Annies", which includes Miranda Lambert, Shelton's ex-wife.
Song Theme
"Boys 'Round Here" is a party anthem that celebrates Southern rural lifestyle. The lyrics highlight country elements like trucks, unpaved roads, and hard work, in a fun, lively manner.
Music Video Success
The music video for "Boys 'Round Here" was nominated for the CMT Music Award for "Video of the Year" in 2013.
Concert Staple
The song quickly became a fan favorite and is often played during Shelton's live performances.
Celebrity Endorsement
Shortly after its release, the song was endorsed by American country singer Luke Bryan, who declared it as "the song of the summer."
Cover Versions
"Boys 'Round Here" has inspired a number of covers by various artists, reflecting its broad and enduring appeal in the country music space.

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