Southern Voice

Tim McGraw

About Southern Voice

"Southern Voice" is a song written by Bob DiPiero and Tom Douglas and recorded by American country music artist Tim McGraw. It was released in September 2009 as the second single and title track from McGraw's 2009 album of the same name. For the week dated January 30, 2010, the song reached Number One on the U. S. Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, becoming his 23rd number one hit and his first since "Last Dollar (Fly Away)" in April 2007.


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You got your head in your supper
And the eyes of your mother, baby
Locked on you
Everybody wants a piece of you, oh yeah
And your phone keeps ringing
Cause your cousin's singing at the local bar
Everybody wants to be a star
Just like you are

You kept your face in the gutter for years
Kept your eyes on the road
You always felt you were meant for me
Baby now you know

Everybody wants a glimpse of the one that got away
Everybody wants to see you
And everybody wants to be you too
It's funny how they put you down
But now they think you're alright
And everybody loves you now that
You're the one that got away (the one that got away)

See you were raised in the town
Where the kids hang around the pizza hut parking lot
Everybody talks a lot, no one likes to do, no
And all the cub scout leaders at the local theaters
Said you couldn't sing a song that well
You told 'em all to go to hell
And went out on your own

You got a head shot picture to
Sell yourself to the world
You tucked your scars up under your dress
Like an American girl

Everybody wants a glimpse of the one that got away
Everybody wants to see you
And everybody wants to be you too
It's funny how they put you down
But now they think you're alright
And everybody loves you tonight
You're the one that got away, yeah

Everybody wants a glimpse of the one that got away
Everybody wants to see you
And everybody wants to be you too
It's funny how they put you down
But now they think you're alright
And everybody loves you now that
You're the one that got away

Everybody wants a glimpse of the one that got away
Everybody wants to see you
And everybody wants to be you too
It's funny how they put you down
But now they think you're alright
And everybody loves you now that
You're the one that got away
(the one that got away)

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Tim McGraw

Samuel Timothy "Tim" McGraw (born May 1, 1967) is an American country singer and actor. Many of McGraw's albums and singles have topped the country music charts with total album sales in excess of 40 million units in the US, making him the eighth best-selling artist, and the third best-selling country singer, in the Soundscan era. He is married to country singer Faith Hill and is the son of former baseball player Tug McGraw. more »

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Written by: Bob Dipiero, Tom Douglas

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Round Hill Music Big Loud Songs, Songtrust Ave

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10 facts about this song

Release Details
"Southern Voice" is a song recorded and released by American country music artist Tim McGraw. It dropped on August 24, 2009, as the second single and title track from his tenth studio album of the same name.
Chart Performance
The song performed incredibly well. It reached number one on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Songs chart in December 2009, securing Tim McGraw's 23rd number one hit.
Songwriters
The song was penned by the talented Bob DiPiero and Tom Douglas. Both of them are Hall-of-Fame songwriters and have written many popular songs for a wide array of artists.
Lyrics
The song lyrics pay homage to southern icons and folklore, mentioning famous southern figures and references like Michael Jordan, Hank Aaron, "Dolly Parton grins," "Delta goodrem," "Tom Petty," and many others.
Album Success
The "Southern Voice" album debuted at number two on the U.S. Billboard 200 and at number one on the Top Country Albums chart in the United States, making the title track even more significant.
Music Video
The music video for "Southern Voice" was directed by Sherman Halsey. It depicts Tim McGraw singing amid various scenic outdoor locales and also includes intercut footage of iconic southern landscapes.
Vocal Execution
Fans and critics have praised Tim McGraw's vocal performance in "Southern Voice," noting his smooth and soulful delivery that perfectly complements the song's reflective and celebratory lyrics.
Concert Performances
Since the release, "Southern Voice" has been an integral part of Tim McGraw's live performances, often eliciting a strong response from audiences familiar with the song.
Critical Reception
Reviewers have applauded the song for its country-rock sound and appreciative portrayal of southern cultural heritage.
Cultural Influence
With its celebration of the south's impactful figures, "Southern Voice" has shaped its cultural identity, embracing regional pride while maintaining a universal appeal.

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