Mind Your Own Business

Hank Williams

About Mind Your Own Business

"Mind Your Own Business" is a 1949 song written and originally performed by Hank Williams.


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If the wife and I are fussin`, brother that`s our right
`Cause me and that sweet woman`s got a license to fight
Why don`t you mind your own business
(Mind your own business)
`Cause if mind your business, then you won`t be mindin` mine

Oh, the woman on our party line`s the nosiest thing
She picks up her receiver when she knows it`s my ring
Why don`t you mind your own business
(Mind your own business)
Well, if mind your business, then you won`t be mindin` mine

If my woman stay out `til two or three
Now, brother that`s my headache, don`t you worry `bout me
Just mind your own business
(Mind your own business)
If mind your business, then you won`t be mindin` mine

If I get my head beat black and blue
Now that`s my wife and my stove wood too
Just mind your own business
(Mind your own business)
If mind your business, then you won`t be mindin` mine

I got a little gal that wears her hair up high, 
The boys all whistel when she walks bye
Mind your own business blah blah, you sure won`t be minding mine
Mindin` other people`s business seems to be high-toned

I got all that I can do just to mind my own
Why don`t you mind your own business
(Mind your own business)
If you mind your own business, you`ll stay busy all the time

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Hank Williams

Hank Williams (/hæŋk wɪljəmz /; September 17, 1923 – January 1, 1953), born Hiram King Williams, was an American singer-songwriter and musician regarded as one of the most important country music artists of all time. Williams recorded 35 singles (five released posthumously) that would place in the Top 10 of the Billboard Country & Western Best Sellers chart, including 11 that ranked number one. more »

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Written by: Hank Williams Sr.

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10 facts about this song

Song Genre
"Mind Your Own Business" by Hank Williams is classified under the genre of country music, particularly the honky-tonk style.
Release Year
This classic country tune was released by Hank Williams in April of 1949.
Chart Performance
The song was a commercial success and reached number 6 on the Billboard Country Singles chart.
Writer
Hank Williams himself penned the lyrics of "Mind Your Own Business". He was known for his songwriting prowess, and this song is a prime example of his wit and humor in lyricism.
Inspiration
It’s widely believed that the song was inspired by Williams's tumultuous relationship with his wife Audrey Sheppard. The lyrics are about a man telling his nagging woman to mind her own business.
Covers and Versions
"Mind Your Own Business" has been covered by a number of country music artists over the years. Among them are Jimmy Buffett, Hank Williams Junior, and Reba McEntire.
Influence and Legacy
This song is considered one of Hank Williams' signature songs and continues to be a staple in country music, thereby securing his ongoing influence in the genre even decades after his death.
Song Message
The feisty lyrics of "Mind Your Own Business" reflect Williams' attitude towards nosy people and gossips. The song is frequently interpreted as a message about the importance of personal freedom and autonomy.
Re-recorded version
In 1986, a re-recorded version of "Mind Your Own Business" by Hank Williams Jr. featuring Reba McEntire, Tom Petty, Willie Nelson, and Reverend Ike became a Number One hit on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart.
Use in Popular Culture
"Mind Your Own Business" is frequently used in American popular culture, and its lyrics are often quoted or referenced in various films and television shows.

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