Burn Out

Midland

About Burn Out

"Burn Out" is a song recorded by American country music band Midland. It is the third single from their 2017 debut album On the Rocks. The band's three members, Mark Wystrach, Cameron Duddy, and Jess Carson, co-wrote the song with Shane McAnally and Josh Osborne, the latter two of whom co-produced it with Dann Huff.


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Watchin' cigarettes burn out
'Til all the neon gets turned out
I was so on fire for you it hurts, how
Fast as a cigarette can burn out

Just watchin' rivers run
Down the side of my bottle
Almost like it's cryin' my tears
Had the world on a string
And then I lost everything
And that's how I wound up here

Watchin' cigarettes burn out
'Til all the neon gets turned out
There's nothing left but empty glasses now
It's all flashes now
The smokin' memory that ain't nothin' but ashes
In the low lights
These done me wrong songs hit me so right
I'm so on fire for you it hurts, how
Fast as one cigarette can burn out

If you put your hands on the flame
You've got no right to complain
'Cause you know it's gonna leave a mark
When the glow comes to an end
Like scattered embers in the wind
Leaves you lookin' for a brand new spark
Watchin' cigarettes burn out

Now with every hit
I'm gonna quit
But who am I kiddin'?
I just can't put you down
So I keep hangin' around

Watchin' cigarettes burn out
'Til all the neon gets turned out
There's nothing left but empty glasses now
It's all flashes now
It's a smokin' memory that ain't nothin' but ashes
In the low lights
These done me wrong songs hit me so right
I'm so on fire for you it hurts how
Fast as a a cigarette can burn out
I was so on fire for you it hurts how
Fast as a cigarette can burn out

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Midland

Midland is a country music trio formed in Dripping Springs, Texas. The group consists of Mark Wystrach, Cameron Duddy, and Jess Carson. They are known for their traditional country sound and their debut album "On the Rocks" which was released in 2017. Midland has achieved commercial success with hit singles like "Drinkin' Problem" and "Burn Out." Their music often pays homage to the classic country sound of the 1970s and 80s. more »

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Written by: Shane L McAnally, Midland Midland, Josh Osborne

Lyrics © Spirit Music Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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13 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Burn Out" is primarily classified as a country song, with notes of Americana and good old-fashioned honky-tonk.
Band Origin
Midland is a trio that hails from Dripping Springs, Texas, USA.
Released Date
The song was released in the year 2017 as part of the band’s “The On The Rocks” album.
Song Popularity
"Burn Out" reached the top 3 on the Billboard Country Airplay chart.
Songwriters
It was written by band members Mark Wystrach, Jess Carson, and Cameron Duddy, along with Shane McAnally and Josh Osborne.
Music Video
The music video for "Burn Out" was filmed in a real-life honky-tonk bar named Billy Bob’s in Fort Worth, Texas.
Inspirations
The song was inspired by traditional country music icons such as Merle Haggard and Willie Nelson.
Song Theme
The song’s theme circles around a failed relationship and the heartbreak of a lover who is stuck in the past.
Song Style
"Burn Out" features the unique three-part harmonies that Midland has become known for, combined with steel guitar and twangy melodies.
Recognition
Taste of Country named “Burn Out” one of the top 10 songs of 2018.
Track Position
It is the tenth track on their debut album, "On The Rocks."
Live Performances
The band often incorporates the song in their setlist during live performances and concerts due to its popularity among fans.
Song duration
The run-time of the song "Burn Out" is three minutes and ten seconds.

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