Fast as You
Dwight Yoakam
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Maybe someday I'll be strong Maybe it won't be long I'll be the one who's tough You'll be the one who's got it rough It won't be long and Maybe I'll be real strong Maybe I'll do things right Maybe I'll start tonight You'll learn to cry like me Baby let's just wait and see Maybe I'll start tonight And do things right You'll control me And oh so boldly Rule me 'til I'm free 'Til the pain that shakes me Finally makes me Get up off of my knees Maybe I'll be as fast as you Maybe I'll break hearts too But I think that you'll slow down When your turn to hurt comes around Maybe I'll break hearts And be as fast as you You'll control me Oh so boldly Rule me 'til I'm free 'Til the pain that shakes me Finally makes me Get up off of my knees Maybe I'll be as fast as you Maybe I'll break hearts too But I think that you'll slow down When your turn to hurt comes around Maybe I'll break hearts and be as fast as you Maybe I'll break hearts and be as fast as you Oh, sucker Yeah, I'll be strong, it won't be long I'll be the one who's tough You'll be the one who's got it rough You'll learn to cry like me Baby let's just wait and see Yeah, maybe I'll be fast as you Maybe I'll break hearts too
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Written by: DWIGHT YOAKAM
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11 facts about this song
Release Information"Fast As You" was released as a single by Dwight Yoakam in the year 1993. It is a part of his album "This Time".
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Chart PerformanceUpon its release, the song charted at No. 2 on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Songs and reached No. 5 on the Canadian RPM Country Tracks.
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Song's Genre"Fast As You" is a country-rock song reflecting Yoakam's typical blend of country and rock & roll music.
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SongwritingYoakam himself penned down the song, showcasing his prowess as not only a singer but also a prolific songwriter.
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Song ThemeYoakam wrote the song about the complexities of love and relationships, expressed through impressive lyrical agility.
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Music VideoThe music video features Yoakam performing with his band in a bar filled with people dancing to their tunes, epitomizing the 90s country music scene.
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Accolades"Fast As You" is considered as one of Dwight Yoakam's signature songs due to its popularity and acclaim.
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Influence and LegacyThe song has been covered by various artists in live performances and has been used in several film and television productions, signifying its cross-genre appeal and influence.
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Multi-Instrumentalist PerformerBesides providing the vocals, Yoakam also played the guitar in "Fast As You", further showcasing his versatility as a musician.
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Album SuccessApart from the song's individual achievements, the album "This Time" from which the song is taken, also fared well and is considered one of Yoakam's most successful albums. It was certified triple Platinum by the RIAA.
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Live Performances"Fast As You" continues to be a staple at Dwight Yoakam’s live performances. Over the years, he has often ended his shows with this musical number, much to the delight of his fans.
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