Nothing Short of Dying

Travis Tritt

About Nothing Short of Dying

"Nothing Short of Dying" is a song written and recorded by American country music artist Travis Tritt. It was released in February 1992 as the fourth and final single from Tritt's album It's All About to Change. It peaked at number 4 on the Billboard country music chart in the United States, and at number 7 on the country singles chart in Canada.


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2002
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I should have told her more I love her
I should've spent more time at home
But should haves really aren't important
Since the fact is, now she's gone
I wish I'd listened to my conscience
When it said, "Don't let her go"
And if she's wonderin' how I'm doing
Well, I think she ought to know
That I find myself praying
More than I've ever did before
And now I find my heart is breaking
Each time her memory slams the door
And I find myself crying
And trying to hold on
'Cause there ain't nothing short of dying
That's worse than being left alone

I thought I'd be just fine without her
I'd be happy, a free man
But the hurting side of lonesome
Is what I didn't understand
And the lessons that I'm learning
Lord, I'm learning awful well
'Cause nights I used to spend in heaven
Have been replaced by nights of hell
And I find myself praying
More than I've ever did before
And now I find my heart is breaking
Each time her memory slams the door
And I find myself crying
Oh, and trying to hold on
'Cause there ain't nothing short of dying
That's worse than being left alone

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Travis Tritt

James Travis Tritt (born February 9, 1963) is an American, Grammy-winning, country music singer from Marietta, Georgia. He signed to Warner Bros. Records in 1989, releasing seven studio albums and a greatest hits package for the label between then and 1999. In the 2000s, he released two albums on Columbia Records and one for the defunct Category 5 Records. Seven of his albums (counting the Greatest Hits) are certified platinum or higher by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA); the highest-certified is 1991's It's All About to Change, which is certified triple-platinum. Tritt has also charted more than forty times on the Hot Country Songs charts, including five number ones — "Help Me Hold On," "Anymore," "Can I Trust You with My Heart," "Foolis… more »

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Written by: TRAVIS TRITT

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10 facts about this song

Album Overview
"Nothing Short of Dying" is a song from Travis Tritt's debut album "Country Club" which was released in 1990.
Chart Performance
Upon its release, the song climbed to number 13 on the US Billboard Country Songs Chart.
Songwriter Credits
The lyrics of the song were penned by Walt Aldridge, one of the most successful country music songwriters of his time. Aldridge has also written hits for artists like Reba McEntire and Ronnie Milsap.
Storyline
This track falls into the 'heartache' category of country music, with Tritt's protagonist expressing bitterness over a lost love and saying he'll do anything for her, short of dying.
Unusual Composition
Instead of adopting a conventional verse-chorus-verse format, "Nothing Short of Dying" tells its story through progressive verses.
Music Video
The music video for "Nothing Short of Dying" carries a simple yet powerful narrative, featuring Tritt himself, a band, and a rodeo setting, which adds authenticity to the country theme.
Tritt's Vocals
Known for his rich, soulful and distinctive baritone voice, Tritt's performance in "Nothing Short of Dying" is applauded for its intense emotionality and range.
Album Success
"Country Club," the album featuring "Nothing Short of Dying," was a commercial success, with more than two million units sold. It was so successful that it was certified multi-platinum by RIAA.
Other Popular Songs
Besides "Nothing Short of Dying," the album "Country Club" contains several other hits, including "I'm Gonna Be Somebody" and "Help Me Hold On." This helped establish Tritt as a new force in country music at the time.
Influences
In interviews, Tritt has mentioned that he has been influenced by a variety of genres and artists. This particular song seems to incorporate elements of both traditional country music and Southern rock.

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