The Bridge Washed Out
Warner Mack
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The bridge washed out and I can't swim and my baby's on the other side When I awoke this a mornin' the rain was a pouring down I was gonna wed the little river girl just over the bridge across town Now I'm a runnin' up and down the river and my nerves are driving me wild Cause the bridge washed out I can't swim and my baby's on the other side Oh rain oh rain stop fallin' dark clouds hurry from the sky The preacher and my bride are waitin' and the weddin' bells are startin' to chime I can't kiss and hold her and it's drivin' me out of my mind Cause the bridge washed out and I can't swim and my baby's on the other side [ guitar ] Yeah I got one foot in the river one foot solid on the ground I try to swim that ragin' ol' river but I know if I try I'd drown There's not a boat around me they walked on out with the tide And the bridge washed out and I can't swim and my baby's on the other side Yeah rain oh rain stop fallin'... I said the bridge washed out and I can't swim and my baby's on the other side
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10 facts about this song
Song Release Date"The Bridge Washed Out" was released as a single by "Warner Mack" in 1965.
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Chart PerformanceThe track was a huge hit. "The Bridge Washed Out" reached the number one spot on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart, making it Warner Mack's most successful single.
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Record LabelThis song was released under the Decca Records label, known for having signed many successful artists across genres.
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Song Genre"The Bridge Washed Out" falls in the country music genre, reflecting Mack's musical focus and the majority of his discography.
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Song DurationThe song has a relatively short duration. Like many standard pop and country songs of the era, it clocks in at approximately 2 minutes and 20 seconds.
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SongwriterThe track was written by Warner Mack himself, showcasing his songwriting abilities in addition to his skills as a performer.
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Album InclusionDespite being a chart-topper, "The Bridge Washed Out" did not appear on a studio album at the time of its release but was later included in several compilations of Mack's greatest hits.
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Thematic ContentThe song's lyrics tell a heartbreaking story of separation due to a physical barrier – a washed-out bridge – serving as a metaphor for emotional distance or obstacles in a relationship.
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Personal Life InfluenceWhile no direct references are made, some fans and critics speculate that "The Bridge Washed Out" may have been influenced by events in Mack's personal life, specifically his struggles with heart disease, which led to his premature retirement from the music industry.
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Cover VersionsAlthough Mack's version is the most well-known, several other artists have also covered "The Bridge Washed Out," demonstrating the song's enduring popularity in the country music genre.
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