I Ain't Living Long Like This
Rodney Crowell
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[Chorus] Yo we be out man, fukin it up for erbody I can't lie man, they thought I was just getting started Keep the tie man, its the American dream I'm just participating, my participation is game Yo we be out man, fucking it up for erbody I can't lie man, they thought I was just getting started Keep the pie man, its the Americana dream I'm just participating, my participation is game [Nelly] I'm in this one one for the hotel, motel holidae inn Super A red and the rits call tins All my niggas who trying to ball, my niggas ballin All my sodiers and generals everybody faillin' Stop stalling, pick up the phone and call in Tell your boss you ain't gon make it to work in the mornin' And why you explainin' go ahead and throw a coffin And kindly explain that this won't happen often But I'm lost and I'm amazed I'm be willing ingaige I'll rage that niggaz think that derrty don't need a cage I should be put on display for the display i displaying Half you niggaz is dyin and all the rest are decaying I'm doin tracks in motels, steady rocking girls bells Kinda like a young Elvis, I ain't in nellyville I never squeal, not the type to kiss and tell But if I catch you in the shower I might kiss your tell [Chorus] [Ali] Now as I blast off, Kweezie writting movies rolling took that nass off Mostly leader will be a number runners, ass off I had every with dirty even, got a nascar And you know we fucked up at it boss Hey yo my radar read, maps in Japanese Clap at gs smack em back on there E's Drop on wacks, simple facts that rap needs And its always kris I miss and rap trees And I got my game, I said I got my game From the og's, smoking reefer moonshine Popping oldies, but the whole plane change Yo you know me, shipped in from cali got it home Cops and goldies, then we smash some ass Free autotericoop call nasa to do the numbers All the freshman from the vocals started firin' the booth Got more whips and chains, then I'm a start in roots [Kyjuan] Ali I'm sick of balling, unnecessary phone calling Man down pimp in distress, I think I'm falling For anything but the okie doke, I'm old school Like her and bonz and nukee ropes I can't stand them groupie folks They want me to turn around like this is hokie poke They want to break me down like erv before I choke I'm not a jack at all I'm quick draw mcgraw And number 20 on the Lakers couldn't hold me y'all I'm climbing over y'all I'm still scoring 85 percent of y'all awake but still snoring Got knowledge yourself and now my style is much older now We dirty ent we all we got we hold it down I'm feeling cooler than cool, my wrist colder wow If there's a fashion king then I deserve the crown I'm you city, you dressing up I'm dressing down And you keep messing up, me and your girl goin' be messing around Chorus Murphy Lee: Aiyo I'm fresh out the gate, from the Lou with a grammy in my rezzie Nelly bought me a prezzie with a diamond in the bezzie Chicks taugh me how to walk, so when I run I'll be ready Females fans sayin that I'm there baby daddy WHOA More attention then Justin and Janet How I Midwest swing and how St Louis ram it Deerty ent dammit, got more bread than a sandwich And my writst got more nuggets than Carmello and Camby Look, I'm from the Lou and I'm important like the arts So tours look for me like an important part Find your talent use your talent get your money Or don't find your talent and don't use it and stay bummy But that don't owe me cause I built it from scratch My next shit is a house with a house in the back Man I'm been while since middle school I was that little dude that been round more waist lines than hoola hoops Chorus
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Written by: BERNARD EDWARDS, NILE RODGERS, WINSTON RODGERS, PHALON ALEXANDER, CORNELL HAYNES, ROBERT KY JUAN CLEVELAND, ALI K JONES, MURPHY LEE
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10 facts about this song
Song Title and Writers"I Ain't Living Long Like This" is a song written by Rodney Crowell. Despite being covered by various artists, it was originally recorded by Crowell in 1978.
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Emmylou Harris VersionSinger Emmylou Harris covered the song and featured it on her 1978 album, "Quarter Moon in a Ten Cent Town". It peaked at number four on the Billboard Hot Country Singles charts in the US.
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Gary Stewart VersionNotable country singer Gary Stewart offered his rendition in 1977, but it did not chart. Nevertheless, the song was included in his album titled "Your Place or Mine."
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Rodney Crowell's Initial ReleaseRodney Crowell first released the song in 1978 on his debut album, "Ain't Living Long Like This". However, it wasn't as successful as other versions, though it showcased Crowell's songwriting ability.
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Waylon Jennings' VersionIn 1979, the legendary Waylon Jennings had a number one hit with this song on the Billboard country charts. His version is remembered as a classic example of outlaw country.
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Song ThemeThe song follows an outlaw theme, common in the country genre. The lyrics express the protagonist's struggles with the law, hinting at a life riddled with crime and poverty.
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InspirationsRodney Crowell reportedly wrote the song inspired by his own life experiences of growing up in a rough and poor environment.
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Song DurationNo matter who performs this song, its duration varies between four to five minutes.
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Live PerformancesSeveral artists, such as Justin Townes Earle and Vince Gill, have performed this song live, paying homage to the classic country tune.
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Song LegacyOver the years, "I Ain't Living Long Like This" has become a staple in the country music genre. Despite originally having a low chart presence, various artist covers and constant radio airplay have kept the song alive and popular for decades.
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