Wild Man

Ricky Van Shelton

About Wild Man

"Wild Man" is a song written by Susan Longacre and Rick Giles, and recorded by American country music singer Ricky Van Shelton. It was released in October 1992 as the second single from his compilation album Greatest Hits Plus. The song spent twenty weeks on the Hot Country Singles & Tracks charts, where it peaked at number 5. It was his last Top Ten hit on the country music charts.


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1992
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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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Ricky Van Shelton

Ricky Van Shelton (born January 12, 1952) is a retired American country music artist. Active between 1986 and 2006, he has charted more than twenty singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts. This figure includes ten Number One hits: "Somebody Lied", "Life Turned Her That Way", 'Don't We All Have the Right", "I'll Leave This World Loving You", "From a Jack to a King" (a cover of the Ned Miller hit), "Living Proof", "I've Cried My Last Tear for You", "Rockin' Years" (a duet with Dolly Parton), "I Am a Simple Man", and "Keep It Between the Lines". Besides these, seven more of his singles have landed in the Top Ten on the same chart. He has also released nine studio albums, of which his first four have all been certified platinum by the Recording Industry… more »

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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.
Songwriting Credit
The track was composed by Tony Haselden, who is also a renowned songwriter writing for several notable artists in the country music realm.
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.
Chart Performance
While 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.
Music Video
A music video for "Wild Man" exists, directed by Martin Kahan. Kahan has directed more than 80 videos for a range of country singers.
Signature Song
Although 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."
Genre Classification
Just 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.
Performance Style
Ricky 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.
Collaboration
Despite 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.
Shelton's Retirement
Ricky 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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