Dirty Laundry

Carrie Underwood

About Dirty Laundry

"Dirty Laundry" is a song recorded by American singer and songwriter Carrie Underwood from her fifth studio album, Storyteller (2015). The song was written by Zach Crowell, Ashley Gorley, and Hillary Lindsey, with production from Jay Joyce, and was released as the fourth single from the album in the United States and Canada. The single was shipped to country radio on August 22 and made its official impact on September 5.


Year:
2017
3:24
297 
#3

 Watch: New Singing Lesson Videos Can Make Anyone A Great Singer

That lipstick on your collar, well, it ain't my shade of pink
And I can tell by the smell of that perfume, it's like forty dollars too cheap
And there's a little wine stain on the pocket of your white cotton thread
Well, you drink beer and whiskey, boy, and you know I don't drink red

Found it over in the corner
Wadded up on the bedroom floor
You shoulda hid it in the closet
You shoulda burned it, you shoulda lost it

Now I'ma have to hang you out to dry, dry, dry
Clothespin all your secrets to the line, line, line
Leave 'em blowing in the wind, just say goodbye to you
All those midnights sneaking in
I'm late again, oh, I'm so sorry
All the Ajax in the world ain't gonna clean your dirty laundry

If the neighbors get to asking, I won't cover nothin' up
I'll tell 'em every little detail, how you drug me through the mud
I'm gonna string up your old button-down and slide it on the porch
Just in case you get the nerve to come knockin' on my door

Yeah, I'ma have to hang you out to dry, dry, dry
Clothespin all your secrets to the line, line, line
Leave 'em blowing in the wind, just say goodbye to you
All those midnights sneaking in
I'm late again, oh, I'm so sorry
All the Ajax in the world ain't gonna clean your dirty laundry

Oh oh oh oh-oh, oh, oh, oh, oh-oh
Found it over in the corner
Wadded up on the bedroom floor
You shoulda hid it in the closet
You shoulda burned it, you shoulda lost it

Now I'ma have to hang you out to dry, dry, dry
Clothespin all your secrets to the line, line, line
Leave 'em blowing in the wind, just say goodbye to you
All those midnights sneaking in
I'm late again, oh, I'm so sorry
All the Ajax in the world ain't gonna clean your dirty laundry
Out to dry
To the line

 Become A Better Singer In Only 30 Days, With Easy Video Lessons!


Carrie Underwood

Carrie Marie Underwood (born March 10, 1983) is an American country music singer, songwriter, and actress who rose to fame as the winner of the fourth season of American Idol, in 2005. Underwood has since become a multi-platinum selling recording artist, a winner of several Grammy Awards, Billboard Music Awards and American Music Awards, a Golden Globe Award nominee, a three-time Academy of Country Music and Country Music Association Female Vocalist winner, and a two-time ACM Entertainer of the Year. She is the first female artist to win back-to-back Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards for Entertainer of the Year (2009/10). Underwood was inducted into and became a member of the Grand Ole Opry in 2008. She was also inducted into the Oklahoma Music Hall of Fa… more »

31 fans

Written by: ASHLEY GORLEY, HILLARY LINDSEY, MILLER CROWELL, ZACH CROWELL

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind


15 facts about this song

Song Release
"Dirty Laundry" was released by Carrie Underwood as the fourth single from her fifth studio album, "Storyteller", in August 2016.
Chart Performance
The song reached number two on the Billboard Country Airplay charts.
Lyrics Interpretation
The lyrics depict a woman discovering her partner’s infidelity through evidence found in their laundry.
Music Video Director
The music video for "Dirty Laundry" was directed by Shane C. Drake and features varied displays of emotional reactions to betrayal.
Award Nomination
The music video was nominated for Video of the Year award at the 2017 CMT Music Awards.
Producer
The song was produced by Mark Bright and Jay Joyce, who are known for working with some of the biggest names in the country music industry.
Writers
"Dirty Laundry" was written by Zach Crowell, Ashley Gorley, and Hillary Lindsey, who are among Nashville's most prolific songwriters.
Dealing with Betrayal
The song is known for its powerful message about dealing with betrayal and remaining strong and independent.
Metaphorical Symbolism
The title "Dirty Laundry" is a metaphor for secrets that one might attempt to hide, but ultimately surface.
Musical Style
Musically, the song features elements of country, pop and rock, demonstrating Underwood’s stylistic versatility.
Reception
Many music critics praised Underwood's compelling vocal delivery and the song's empowering message.
Live Performances
Underwood has performed "Dirty Laundry" at numerous concerts and live events, often accompanied by an energetic stage setup.
Song Duration
The duration of the song is approximately 3 minutes and 25 seconds.
Underwood's Perspective
Carrie Underwood once said in an interview that "Dirty Laundry" is about anger, revenge and rage. It allowed her to explore rather different themes compared to her other songs.
Music Instruments
The song is well-recognized for its unique blend of instruments, including the banjo, guitars, percussion, and piano.

Discuss the Dirty Laundry Lyrics with the community:

0 Comments

    Citation

    Use the citation below to add these lyrics to your bibliography:

    Style:MLAChicagoAPA

    "Dirty Laundry Lyrics." Lyrics.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2024. Web. 25 Apr. 2024. <https://www.lyrics.com/lyric/33897814/Carrie+Underwood/Dirty+Laundry>.

    Missing lyrics by Carrie Underwood?

    Know any other songs by Carrie Underwood? Don't keep it to yourself!

    Watch the song video

    Dirty Laundry

    35.9M
    155.2K     10,724

    Top Hot 100 Songs 2017

    Billboard #48


    Browse Lyrics.com

    Quiz

    Are you a music master?

    »
    LP are the initials of the American signer _________?
    A Laura Pergolizzi
    B Lynn Pugliesi
    C Lara Paccioretti
    D Linda Pellegrini

    Free, no signup required:

    Add to Chrome

    Get instant explanation for any lyrics that hits you anywhere on the web!

    Free, no signup required:

    Add to Firefox

    Get instant explanation for any acronym or abbreviation that hits you anywhere on the web!

    Carrie Underwood tracks

    On Radio Right Now

    Loading...

    Powered by OnRad.io


    Think you know music? Test your MusicIQ here!

    Movies soundtrack

    Dirty Laundry

    »