Whatcha Gonna Do with a Cowboy

Chris LeDoux

About Whatcha Gonna Do with a Cowboy

"Whatcha Gonna Do with a Cowboy" is a song written by Garth Brooks and Mark D. Sanders, and recorded by American country music artist Chris LeDoux with Garth Brooks. It was released in July 1992 as the first single from his album Whatcha Gonna Do with a Cowboy. The song reached number 7 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart in September 1992. Brooks is featured as a duet partner, although he only received chart credit in Canada.


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I can see you got your eye on this old cowboy
And I can tell you've never had one for your own
Or you've never been around one
Now you're thinkin' that you've found one
Well it might be kinda fun to take him home

You giggle every time that I say yes ma'am
And I get this feelin' if I held you tight
You'd be seein' his and hers
Buckles boots and spurs
But that's a feelin' you'll get over overnight

'Cause what'cha gonna do with a cowboy
When that old rooster crows at dawn
When he's lyin' there instead of getttin' out of bed
And puttin' on his boots and gettin' gone
What you gonna do when he says honey
I've got half a mind to stay
What'cha gonna do with a cowboy
When he don't saddle up and ride away

You can see it takes a special kinda woman
To put up with the life a cowboy leads
'Cause his boots are always muddy
And his beer drinkin' buddies
They'll camp out on your couch and never leave

Don't even start to think you're gonna change him
You'd be better off to try and rope the wind
What he see is what he's got
And he can't be what he's not
And honey you can't hide him from your friends

'Cause what'cha gonna do with a cowboy
When that old rooster crows at dawn
When he's lyin' there instead of getttin' out of bed
And puttin' on his boots and gettin' gone
What you gonna do when he says honey
I've got half a mind to stay
What'cha gonna do with a cowboy
When he don't saddle up and ride away

What'cha gonna do with a cowboy
When he don't saddle up and ride away

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Chris LeDoux

Chris Ledoux (October 2, 1948 – March 9, 2005) was an American country music singer-songwriter, bronze sculptor and rodeo champion. During his career LeDoux recorded 36 albums (many self-released) which have sold more than six million units in the United States as of January 2007. He was awarded one gold album certification from the RIAA, and was nominated for a Grammy Award and the Academy of Country Music Music Pioneer Award. more »

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Written by: G. BROOKS, M.D. SANDERS

Lyrics © MAJOR BOB MUSIC, INC.

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10 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Whatcha Gonna Do with a Cowboy" belongs to the Country music genre, showcasing Chris LeDoux's cowboy lifestyle and rodeo upbringing through his music.
Chart Performance
The song was a significant success in its time. It reached #7 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart in 1992.
Famous Collaboration
The song is a duet featuring Garth Brooks, another hugely popular artist in the country genre. This collaboration boosted its popularity significantly.
Album Identity
"Whatcha Gonna Do with a Cowboy" is not only a track, but it is also the title of Chris LeDoux's album that was released in 1992.
Career Impact
This song is one of Chris LeDoux's most well-known works. It played a significant role in solidifying his standing in the country music scene.
Rodeo Inspiration
As a former rodeo champion, LeDoux drew from his experiences in the rodeo circuit for his music. This song's lyrics talk about the lifestyle, character, and romance of a cowboy which reflects Chris’s personal life.
Certification
The album "Whatcha Gonna Do with a Cowboy" was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America for shipments of half a million copies.
Garth Brooks Influence
Garth Brooks acknowledged Chris LeDoux in the liner notes of his first album as a major influence on his style. Their collaboration on this song was a milestone for both artists.
Music Video
The song also has a music video where both Chris LeDoux and Garth Brooks are featured. The video adds a visual layer to the song's narrative about the cowboy life.
Posthumous Recognition
Although Chris LeDoux passed away in 2005, his music, including "Whatcha Gonna Do with a Cowboy," remains popular among fans of country music and rodeo culture.

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