Don't Call Him a Cowboy

Conway Twitty

About Don't Call Him a Cowboy

"Don't Call Him a Cowboy" is a song written by Debbie Hupp, Johnny MacRae and Bob Morrison, and recorded by American country music artist Conway Twitty. It was released in February 1985 as the first single and title track from the album Don't Call Him a Cowboy. The song was Twitty's 34th Billboard number one single on the country chart but his 50th overall. The single went to number one for one week and spent a total of 13 weeks on the chart.


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1985
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So you came from New York city
And you want to see the sights
You've heard all about those cowboys
And their crazy Texas nights

I see you've got your eye on something
Leaning on the bar
But the toughest ride he's ever had
Was in his foreign car

So don't call him a cowboy
Until you've seen him ride
'Cause a Stetson hat and them fancy boots
Don't tell you what's inside, no

And if he ain't good in the saddle
Lord, you won't be satisfied
So don't call him a cowboy
Until you've seen him ride

He was a Hollywood idea
Of the wild and wooly west
In his French designer blue jeans
And his custom tailored vest

You're thinkin' he's the real thing
But I think you oughta know
He can't even make it through
A one night rodeo, no

So don't call him a cowboy
Until you've seen him ride
'Cause a Stetson hat and them fancy boots
Don't tell you what's inside, no

And if he ain't good in the saddle
Lord, you won't be satisfied
So don't call him a cowboy
Until you've seen him ride

Don't call him a cowboy
Until you've seen him ride
'Cause a Stetson hat and them fancy boots
Don't tell you what's inside, no

And if he ain't good in the saddle
Lord, you won't be satisfied
So don't call him a cowboy
Until you've seen him ride
Don't call him a cowboy
Until you've seen him ride

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Conway Twitty

Conway Twitty (September 1, 1933 – June 5, 1993), born Harold Lloyd Jenkins, was an American country music artist. He also had success in early rock and roll, R&B and pop music. He held the record for the most number one singles of any act with 40 No. 1 Billboard country hits until George Strait broke the record in 2006. From 1971-76, Twitty received a string of Country Music Association awards for duets with Loretta Lynn. He was never a member of the Grand Ole Opry, but was inducted into both the Country Music and Rockabilly Halls of Fame. more »

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Written by: Bob Morrison, Debbie Hupp, Johnny Mac Rae

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10 facts about this song

Release information
"Don't Call Him a Cowboy" was released in May of 1985 as a part of Conway Twitty's album, "Don't Call Him a Cowboy."
Songwriter credit
The song was written by the talented Deborah Allen, alongside Rory Bourke and Michael Hearne. Deborah Allen is a country singer herself, known for her hits in the 80s.
Chart success
Upon its release, "Don't Call Him a Cowboy" climbed to the number one spot on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart.
Achievement note
With "Don't Call Him a Cowboy," Twitty earned his 32nd number 1 hit, maintaining his record for the most number one hits by a country artist at that time.
Notable performance
Twitty's live performance of "Don't Call Him a Cowboy" on the Ralph Emery Show, a popular television talk show format for country music in the '80s, is still remembered by fans.
Album success
The album, named after the song "Don't Call Him a Cowboy," also reached the number one spot on the country album charts, bolstered by the popularity of the title track.
Lyrics
The song’s lyrics touch on the theme of false bravado, with Twitty singing about a man who presents himself as a cowboy yet does not live up to the responsibilities and hardships of the lifestyle.
Cover versions
Over the years, "Don't Call Him a Cowboy" has been covered by a number of country music artists including Doug Bruce and Guy Weadick.
Audience reception
The song is much loved and often requested at country music events, demonstrating its continued popularity with fans.
Impact to the artist career
Conway Twitty established himself as one of the most successful country artists of his generation, with "Don't Call Him a Cowboy" among the hits that contributed to his fame.

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