You Look Like I Need A Drink
Justin Moore
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I could tell by the way You sounded when you called That I wasn't gonna like what you had to say I could read between the lines There was somethin' different this time Your comin' over tonight 'cause it couldn't wait Now you're in the drive, I'm a wreck inside As you walk in through that door You look like I need a drink right now You like like you're gonna try to let me down, nice and easy Think I know why you won't sit down You're just dancin' around what you came here to do But you're scared to And all I can think, the way you're lookin at me You look like I need a drink Been a little over a year Since you were standin' right here And I was nervous for a whole 'nother reason Now it's a little bit hard Bein' this caught off guard Watchin' you tryin' to not hurt my feelings You look like I need a drink right now You like like you're gonna try to let me down, nice and easy Think I know why you won't sit down You're just dancin' around what you came here to do But you're scared to And all I can think, the way you're lookin' at me You look like I need a drink You look like I need a drink I don't know how this ends Or where this goes But the only thing I know is You look like I need a drink right now You like like you're gonna try to let me down, nice and easy Think I know why you won't sit down You're just dancin' around what you came here to do But you're scared to And all I can think, the way you're lookin' at me You look like I need a drink You look like I need a drink Yeah, you look like I need a drink right now, baby Like I need a drink, yeah A nice stiff drink
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Written by: Rodney Clawson, Matthew Peters Dragstrem, Natalie Hemby
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10 facts about this song
Release Info"You Look Like I Need a Drink" is a song by American country music artist Justin Moore. It was released in February 2016 as the lead single from his fourth studio album, "Kinda Don't Care."
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Chart PerformanceThe song was a significant hit, going on to peak at number one on the Billboard Country Airplay chart. This was Moore's fifth number one hit on that particular chart.
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Song CompositionMoore did not write "You Look Like I Need a Drink." The song was penned by Rodney Clawson, Matt Dragstrem, and Natalie Hemby.
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Song ProductionThe song was produced by Jeremy Stover, who has worked with Moore throughout his career.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song features a creative and fun twist, where Moore and his band are seen playing in a Wild West setting, and the story turns into an unexpected sci-fi adventure.
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Song InterpretationDespite its title, the song is not about someone wanting a drink because they see someone else's appearance. Instead, it's a clever way of saying that seeing an old flame might make the singer feel like he needs a drink.
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ReceptionThe song received positive reviews from music critics. It's praised for its catchy hooks, Moore’s relatable performance, and the clever writing twist in the song title's typical interpretation.
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Awards"You Look Like I Need a Drink" was nominated for the Song of the Year at the Nashville Songwriters Association International Awards in 2017.
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CertificationThe song was certified Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), marking sales of over one million units in the United States.
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Album SuccessThe success of "You Look Like I Need a Drink" contributed significantly to the overall success of the "Kinda Don't Care" album, which debuted at number one on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart.
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