Wild Man
Ricky Van Shelton
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Running down the road Same ole same ole I know it so well I think I could drive it blind Steady as a wall But underneath it all I'm gonna blow this roof off One of these nights [Chorus] But I can't deny that somewhere inside There's a wild man Mama always said son Don't you let it get outta hand If I go crazy, now and then baby You've got to understand Oh, I'm a wild man Yeah, that's-a what I am, I'm a wild man Coming through the door I know what it's all for Why I'm walking the line As far as the line will go Wound up so tight But I know tonight I don't have to hold back When I'm holding you close [Chorus] If I go crazy, now and then baby You've got to understand Oh, I'm a wild man Yeah, that's-a what I am, I'm a wild man [Chorus] If I go crazy, now and then baby You've got to understand Oh, I'm a wild man Yeah, that's-a what I am, I'm a wild man
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Written by: RICHARD C. GILES, SUSAN LONGACRE
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, MIKE CURB MUSIC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Singer and Artist Profile"Wild Man" is a song recorded by Ricky Van Shelton, an American former country music artist. He is known for his distinctive baritone vocal and traditional country sound.
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Songwriting CreditThe track was composed by Tony Haselden, who is also a renowned songwriter writing for several notable artists in the country music realm.
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Album Details"Wild Man" is off the album "Wild-Eyed Dream," which is Van Shelton’s debut studio record. This album was released in 1987 under the Columbia Records label.
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Chart PerformanceWhile the song itself did not make it to the top charts, its parent album "Wild-Eyed Dream" peaked at number one on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart.
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Music VideoA music video for "Wild Man" exists, directed by Martin Kahan. Kahan has directed more than 80 videos for a range of country singers.
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Signature SongAlthough popular among Ricky Van Shelton's fans, "Wild Man" is not considered his signature song. His most recognized songs are "Somebody Lied," "From a Jack to a King," and "Crazy Over You."
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Genre ClassificationJust like most of his repertoire, "Wild Man" falls under the Country and Neotraditional Country genres which were quite popular in the American music scene during the late 80s and early 90s.
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Performance StyleRicky Van Shelton is known for his passionate and intense style of singing, which is evident in "Wild Man." His performances are often lauded for their emotion and genuineness.
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CollaborationDespite not being a duet, Van Shelton did a lot of duets and collaborations throughout his career. However, "Wild Man" is completely his solo performance without featuring any other artist.
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Shelton's RetirementRicky Van Shelton retired from the music industry in 2006, thus "Wild Man" is a part of the legacy he left in the country music scene.
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