You Ain't Just Whistlin' Dixie
The Bellamy Brothers
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Pine trees grow so tall in the bright sunshine A young boy steals his daddy's fishin' line The alligator lays on the banks of a riverbed And if you didn't know any better you'd swear he's dead Now these are a few things I'm in love with A small part of the reason I'd go back To Carolina, Mississippi, Florida, gorgeous Georgia Now if you think I'm happy down there you're on the right track And you ain't just whistlin' Dixie You ain't just slappin' your knee I'm a grandson of the Southland An heir to the Confederacy You ain't just whistlin' Dixie 'Cause the cattle call's callin' me home So put me down there where I wanna be Plant my feet with Robert E. Lee Bury my bones under a cypress tree And never let me roam The cotton balls gleam and the cow gives cream for the baby's sake And pa comes in full of gin and he's mean as a rattlesnake And if the well runs dry and we cry and cuss the garden hose Then mama draws a bucket full of creek water just to wash our clothes Now these are a few things I'm in love with A small part of the reason I go back To Carolina, Mississippi, Florida, gorgeous Georgia Now if you think I'm happy down there you're on the right track And you ain't just whistlin' Dixie You ain't just slappin' your knee I'm a grandson of the Southland boys An heir to the Confederacy You ain't just whistlin' Dixie 'Cause the cattle call's callin' me home So put me down there where I wanna be Plant my feet with Robert E. Lee Bury my bones under a cypress tree And never let me roam
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Written by: DAVID BELLAMY
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12 facts about this song
Release Information"You Ain't Just Whistlin' Dixie" by The Bellamy Brothers was released in 1979 as part of their album "The Two and Only".
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Chart PerformanceThe song reached No. 11 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart in the United States.
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Genre ClassificationThe song is categorized within the Country genre.
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Internal Band DynamicsThe song was written by Howard and David Bellamy, the two brothers who make up The Bellamy Brothers band.
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Cultural Impact"You Ain't Just Whistlin' Dixie" has become a standard in the country genre, often being covered by other bands and artists.
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Awards and NominationsWhile it didn't win any specific awards, the song's success helped solidify The Bellamy Brothers' position in the country music industry.
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Song MeaningThe song is a heartfelt ballad that pays tribute to the Southern United States, touching on the region's rich history, heart-wrenching pain, hopeful resilience, and enduring charm.
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Album Success"The Two and Only" album, which features "You Ain't Just Whistlin' Dixie," was one of The Bellamy Brothers' most successful albums.
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InspirationsThe song reflects the Bellamy Brothers' own upbringing in Florida and their deep southern roots.
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Concert Staple"You Ain't Just Whistlin' Dixie" is a popular live performance choice for the band and a crowd favorite at concerts.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song, like the song itself, highlights the beauty and simplicity of the American South.
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Timeless AppealDespite being over 40 years old, "You Ain't Just Whistlin' Dixie" remains a popular song due to its classic country sound, relatable lyrics, and the Bellamy Brothers' charismatic performance.
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