Country Sunshine

Dottie West

About Country Sunshine

"Country Sunshine" is a song co-written and recorded by American country music artist Dottie West, remembered both as one of West's biggest chart hits, and also as the jingle from a classic Coca-Cola television ad: co-written by West with Billy Davis and Dianne Whiles, "Country Sunshine" was released September 1973 as the first single from West's Country Sunshine album.


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1999
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You say you love me and its inviting, to go where life is more exciting
But I was raised on country sunshine
I was raised on country sunshine, green grass beneath my feet
Running through the fields of daisies, wading through the creek
You love me and its inviting, to go where life is more exciting
But I was raised on country sunshine
I was raised on country sunshine, I'm happy with the simple things
A Saturday night dance, a picture show and the joy that a bluebird brings
I love you please believe me, I won't want you to ever leave me
But I was raised on country sunshine
There's just something bout the morning that make each day a joy to see
The nighttime brings a peaceful feeling that rests inside of me
I love you please believe me, I won't want you to ever leave me
But I was raised on country sunshine
You love me and its inviting, to go where life is more exciting
But I was raised on country sunshine
Mmm, mmm I was raised on country sunshine
Oh, oh I was raised on country sunshine
Mmm, mmm I was raised on country sunshine

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Dottie West

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Written by: BILLY DAVIS, DIANNE WHILES, DOTTIE WEST

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12 facts about this song

Artist
"Country Sunshine" is a song authored and sung by American country music artist Dottie West.
Release
The song was launched in 1973 as part of Dottie West's album "Country Sunshine".
Inspiration
It was inspired by a jingle that Dottie West wrote for a Coca-Cola advertisement.
Chart Performance
"Country Sunshine" claimed the number two spot on the Billboard’s Hot Country Singles chart. It also achieved a position on the Billboard Hot 100, making it one of the most popular songs in West's career.
Awards
Dottie West's performance of "Country Sunshine" was nominated for a Grammy Award in 1974 for the Best Female Country Vocal Performance.
Popularity
The song became one of the best-recognized hits of Dottie West, leading to her receiving the nickname ‘Country Sunshine’.
Legacy
It is considered an iconic country music song that has been covered by numerous artists over the years.
Television Success
Following the success of "Country Sunshine", Dottie West was invited to co-host the ABC television show "The Heartland Series".
Music Video
One of the initial country music songs with a music video, "Country Sunshine" had a promotional clip which was primarily made for television broadcast.
Song's Message
The song provides a comforting and heartwarming narrative and represents West’s appreciation and love for the simple life in the country.
Long-time Success
Even decades after its release, "Country Sunshine” is still a favorite and frequently played on classic country radio stations today.
Admiration
The successful country artist Taylor Swift mentioned in an interview with Rolling Stone magazine that “Country Sunshine” is one of her favorite country songs, highlighting the song's enduring appeal among younger generations.

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