Many a Long and Lonesome Highway
Rodney Crowell
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Yes, I had a woman love me I gave her what there was there of me And it was good as it could be Then I heard a wild world callin' I saw a lone star fallin' I caught a song and set it free And many a long and lonesome highway Lies before us as we go And in the end, I'll do it my way Look for me where the fore winds blow I believe in love and danger I believe the truth is stranger I believe that fear is much too strong I believe the best will find me When I leave the rest behind me Out on the highway I'm my own And many a long and lonesome highway Lies before us as we go And in the end I'll do it my way Look for me where the fore winds blow And every night's a new beginning Everyday the world keeps spinning Sometimes it's hard to stand upon, I know And to the east, the moon comes showin' To the west, there's storm clouds growin' Though by myself, I'm not alone no more My father, on his death bed told me "There's really nothin' left to hold me" Though I was there, he died alone It's gonna take a fast train leavin' To shake my world of grievin' I guess, I'll go until it's gone And many a long and lonesome highway Lies before us as we go And in the end, I'll do it my way Look for me where the fore winds blow And many a long and lonesome highway Lies before us as we go And in the end, I'll do it my way Look for me where the fore winds blow And many a long and lonesome highway Lies before us as we go And in the end, I'll do it my way Look for me where the fore winds blow
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Written by: CROWELL, JENNINGS
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Song Composition"Many a Long and Lonesome Highway" is a country song written by popular artists Rodney Crowell and Will Jennings.
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Chart PerformanceThe song achieved considerable success on the charts, reaching No.1 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart on February 3, 1990, and held the position for a week.
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Album InclusionThe song features on Rodney Crowell's fifth studio album, "Keys to the Highway", which was released in 1989.
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Unique Accomplishment"Many a Long and Lonesome Highway" is one amongst five consecutive No.1 hits from Crowell's "Keys to the Highway" album on the Billboard Country chart.
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Pop VersionMichael English also recorded a pop version of the song which was included in his self-titled debut album, released in 1991.
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Extraordinary CollaborationThe song's co-writer, Will Jennings, is renowned for co-writing many famous songs including Celine Dion's "My Heart Will Go On" and Eric Clapton's "Tears in Heaven." Crowell and Jennings' collaboration in this song brought together two unique musical perspectives.
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Analog RecordingThe album "Keys to the Highway", in which the song is featured, was one of the last records to be recorded in analog format, which was popular during the time. This fact can be interesting to audiophiles who appreciate the warm, natural sound of vinyl records.
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Critical ReceptionCritics have praised "Many a Long and Lonesome Highway" for its powerful lyrics, which showcase Crowell's storytelling talent, and for its fresh, melodic sound that sets it apart from other country songs of its time.
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Notable CoverBesides Michael English, other artists like Lee Ann Womack have also performed this song, showcasing its enduring popularity among musicians.
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Song ThemeThe song deals with themes of introspection, exploration, and life on the road, making it relatable for many listeners. Its lyrics are underlined with a strong sense of longing and melancholy, lending a poignant touch to the tune.
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