Who's Gonna Fill Their Shoes

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About Who's Gonna Fill Their Shoes

"Who's Gonna Fill Their Shoes" is a song written by Troy Seals and Max D. Barnes and recorded by American country music singer George Jones. It was recorded for his 1985 album Who's Gonna Fill Their Shoes, from which it was released in late 1985 as the first single. The song peaked at number three on the Hot Country Singles chart in mid-1985.


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You know this old world is full of singers
But just a few are chosen
To tear your heart out when they sing
Imagine life without them
All your radio heroes
Like the outlaw that walks through Jesse's dream

No, there will never be another
Red-Headed Stranger
A Man in Black and Folsom Prison Blues
The Okie from Muskogee
Or Hello Darling
Lord, I wonder, who's gonna fill their shoes?

Who's gonna fill their shoes?
Who's gonna stand that tall?
Who's gonna play the Opry
And the Wabash Cannonball?
Who's gonna give their heart and soul
To get to me and you?
Lord I wonder, who's gonna fill their shoes?

God bless the boys from Memphis
Blue Suede Shoes and Elvis
Much too soon he left this world in tears
They tore up the Fifties
Old Jerry Lee and Charlie
And Go Cat Go still echoes through the years

You know the heart of country music
Still beats in Luke the Drifter
You can tell when he sang "I Saw the Light"
Old Marty, Hank and Lefty
Why I can feel 'em right here with me
On this Silver Eagle rolling through the night

Who's gonna fill their shoes?
Who's gonna stand that tall?
Who's gonna play the Opry
And the Wabash Cannonball?
Who's gonna give their heart and soul
To get to me and you?
Lord I wonder, who's gonna fill their shoes?

Yes I wonder, who's gonna fill their shoes?

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George Jones

George Glenn Jones (born September 12, 1931) is an American country music singer known for his long list of hit records, his distinctive voice and phrasing, and his marriage to Tammy Wynette. more »

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Written by: MAX BARNES, TROY SEALS

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11 facts about this song

Release Date
"Who's Gonna Fill Their Shoes" by George Jones was released in June 1985.
Chart Performance
The song peaked at #3 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.
Album Info
The song is the title track from his 1985 album of the same name.
Song Theme
The song is a tribute to classic country artists such as Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley, and Hank Williams, and questions who will be able to carry on their legacy.
Songwriter
The song was written by Troy Seals and Max D. Barnes.
Genre
The song is in the country music genre.
Video
The music video for the song notably featured Jones driving a semi-truck with the names of several notable country musicians emblazoned on its side.
Recognition
"Who's Gonna Fill Their Shoes" is considered one of George Jones' most iconic songs.
Legacy
Later generations of country musicians and fans often refer to the song when discussing the future of traditional country music.
Artists Mentioned in the Song
The song mentions several legendary music artists including Elvis Presley, The Carter Family, Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard, Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, Conway Twitty, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, The Bluegrass Boys, and more.
Cover Versions
Several artists since have covered the song, reinforcing its ongoing relevance in discussions about country music's future.

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