When I See This Bar

Kenny Chesney

About When I See This Bar

"When I See This Bar" is a song co-written and recorded by American country music artist Kenny Chesney. It was released in June 2013 as the second single from his 2013 album Life on a Rock. Chesney wrote this song with and Keith Gattis.


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2014
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Well I see the souls of so many friends
And I see us all back here again
With sandy floors and ceiling fans
A Rastafarian one-man band with songs
That fill my memories like a tip jar
Yeah, that's what I see
When I see this bar

I see tourists at Christmas time
And I taste beers with a hint of lime
I feel lonely 'cause it's not the same
Different faces and different names
Living like pirates out among the stars
Yeah, that's what I see
When I see this bar

Pieces of our past slowly slip away
But time just stands still when I walk in this place

And I see a kid coming into his own
And a man learning to move on
Somehow trying to find his way
A dreamer betting on blind faith
Chasing that sun and following his heart
Yeah, that's what I see
When I see this bar

Pieces of our past slowly slip away
But time just stands still when I walk in this place

A few have moved on back to Maine
Jacksonville and Key Biscayne
Some are still living the dream
Stuck in still life it seems
No matter where they've been
Or where they are
Yeah, I see 'em here
When I see this bar
When I see this bar

I wonder where we go from here
(That's what I see when I see this bar)
Life ain't over but it's always near
(That's what I see when I see this bar)
I think about all the good times that we had
(That's what I see when I see this bar)
Makes me happy and it makes me sad
(That's what I see when I see this bar)
How could we be so close, now so far apart
(That's what I see when I see this bar)
That's what I feel, that's what I see
Yeah we were living like pirates and wannabe stars
That's what I see when I see this bar

That's what I see when I see this bar

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Kenny Chesney

Kenneth Arnold "Kenny" Chesney (born March 26, 1968) is an American country music singer and songwriter. Chesney has recorded 15 albums, 14 of which have been certified gold or higher by the RIAA. He has also produced more than 30 Top Ten singles on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Songs charts, 22 of which climbed to the top of the charts. more »

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Written by: KEITH GATTIS, KENNETH CHESNEY

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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10 facts about this song

Release and Album
"When I See This Bar" is a song by American country music artist Kenny Chesney, released in June 2013 as the second single from his album "Life on a Rock."
Lyrics
The lyrics for "When I See This Bar" were co-written by Chesney and Keith Gattis. The lyrics have been described as a nostalgia-laced ballad with a tropical twist that harkens back to earlier Chesney songs.
Song Inspiration
Chesney mentioned in interviews that the song was inspired by his time spent on the island of St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands. The "bar" in the title is actually a reference to Woody's Seafood Saloon, a favorite Chesney haunt.
Song Length
The song is known for being unusually long for a radio single. The album version of the song is over six minutes long, but the radio edit was shortened to four minutes and thirty-three seconds.
Critical Reception
Critics generally praised the song, with many appreciating its introspective nature.
Chart Performance
"When I See This Bar" peaked at number 25 on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and reached number 7 on the U.S. Billboard Country Airplay chart.
Music Video
A music video was released for the song in July 2013 and featured Kenny Chesney playing at Woody's Seafood Saloon, interspersed with beautiful shots of the Virgin Islands.
Live Performances
The song is a staple in Chesney's live performances and he often includes it in his setlist during tours.
Album Impact
"When I See This Bar" helped Chesney's "Life on a Rock" debut at number one on several music charts, including the Billboard 200 and the Top Country Albums, marking his seventh number one album.
Legacy
The song has been pointed out by many as an example of Chesney's ability to traverse the boundaries of country music, incorporating elements of rock, reggae, and pop. "When I See This Bar" is viewed as a quintessential Chesney song because of its themes of nostalgia, beach life, and introspection.

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