I'm a Drifter

Bobby Goldsboro

About I'm a Drifter

"I'm a Drifter" is a song written and sung by Bobby Goldsboro, which he released in 1969. The song spent 10 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, peaking at No. 46, while reaching No. 14 on Billboard's Easy Listening chart, No. 22 of Billboard's Hot Country Singles chart, No. 44 on the Cash Box Top 100, No. 36 on Canada's RPM 100, and No. 9 on RPM's Adult Contemporary chart.


Year:
2003
3:14
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You knew I could not stay for long when you asked me
To come over in the wee hours of the mornin'

I said I could not let the sunrise catch me sleepin'
And that is why I've given you fair warnin'

And though you might have loved me like I never ever have been loved before 
Your front door is open and I've got to keep on movin'

So I will stay with you a while and then I'll
Let my hitch hike thumb take me to where I wanna

Because I've got to keep on searchin' for the dream that 
I've been seekin' since I left my Oklahoma

And who's to say but that I might not be back tomorrow
If I find there's only sorrow
You may see me from your windowsill
Next mornin'

I'm a drifter and I've seen the rain
I'm a drifter and I've felt the pain, 
The pain that comes with loneliness
So I drift from town to town searchin' all around
Lookin' for the answer to my sorrow
And if the answer is you then I'll be back tomorrow

Lets make the most of time before the break of day
But don't try to make me stay if I don't want to

Because I've got to keep on searchin' for that dream
And you can't bind me with the simple words I love you

But if I realize the dream that I've been searchin' for
Is waitin' here behind your door
Then I'll come back to stay if you still want me too

I'm a drifter and I've seen the rain
I'm a drifter and I've felt the pain, 
The pain that comes with loneliness
So I drift from town to town searchin' all around
Lookin' for the answer to my sorrow
And if the answer is you then I'll be back tomorrow

I'm a drifter and I've seen the rain
I'm a drifter and I've felt the pain, 
The pain that comes with loneliness
So I drift from town to town searchin' all around
Lookin' for the answer to my sorrow
And if the answer is you then I'll be back tomorrow

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Bobby Goldsboro

Bobby Goldsboro (born January 18, 1941) is an American country and pop singer-songwriter. He had a string of pop and country hits in the 1960s and 1970s, including his signature No. 1 hit "Honey," which sold over one million copies in the United States. more »

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Written by: BOBBY GOLDSBORO

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6 facts about this song

GENERAL INFORMATION
"I'm a Drifter" is a country ballad sung by American pop and country singer-songwriter Bobby Goldsboro. - It is a song from his ninth studio album "We Gotta Start Lovin".
LYRIC CONTENT
This song is a heartfelt reflection on the life of someone who can't seem to settle in one place, always moving to new destinations. - It describes the sentiment of loneliness and longing for a sense of belonging that comes with leading a nomadic life.
MUSIC STYLE
Like many of Bobby Goldsboro's songs, "I'm a Drifter" blends pop and country styles, capturing a unique cross-genre appeal. - The song is characterized by a simple melody and deeply poignant lyrics, highlighting Goldsboro's flair for storytelling in his music.
ARTIST BACKGROUND
Before pursuing a solo career, Bobby Goldsboro was a member of Roy Orbison's backing band, The Candymen. - Bobby Goldsboro is perhaps best known for his hit single "Honey," which was a number one hit in the U.S. and the UK in the late 1960s.
RELEASE AND RECEPTION
Although not one of Goldsboro's most commercially successful releases, "I'm a Drifter" remains a notable entry in his discography, appreciated by fans for its introspective lyricism and emotive delivery. - The song did manage to pick up some airplay on country radio stations, reflecting the crossover appeal of Goldsboro's music.
ALBUM SIGNIFICANCE
The album "We Gotta Start Lovin" released in 1970 featured some of his finest work, combining his knack for pop hooks with thought-provoking themes and a distinctive country twang. - Many critics consider this album as one of Goldsboro's most mature and complete works, with "I'm a Drifter" considered one of the standout tracks.

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