Right on the Money
Alan Jackson
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Got a little story for you (bet it's about a woman) Listen up Let's begin with the day I met her And how fast this good ol' boy's world got better The sky got bluer the grass got greener In just the first few seconds after I first seen her Like my favorite song on a new set of speakers My best old jeans and broke-in sneakers A home run pitch floatin' right down the middle The sweet music made when the bow hits the fiddle She's right on the money She goes direct to my heart When it comes to lovin' me She's everything I need, bulls eye-perfect She's right on the money She's no red lights when I've overslept She's a three point jump-shot that's nothin' but net She's a handful of aces when the dealer's done dealin' And I'm forever on a roll, that's how she's got me feelin' She's right on the money She goes direct to my heart When it comes to lovin' me She's everything I need, bulls eye-perfect She's right on the money She's the best cook that ever melted cheese I ain't much around the house but I aim to please There's absolutely no reason to doubt her When she says I wouldn't last ten minutes without her She's right on the money She goes direct to my heart When it comes to lovin' me She's everything I need, bulls eye-perfect She's right on the money
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Written by: ALAN EUGENE JACKSON
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10 facts about this song
Songwriters"Right on the Money" was written by Phil Vassar and Charlie Black. Both songwriters have had successful careers in the country music genre, with Vassar being a successful performer in his own right and Black having penned a number of hits for various artists.
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Chart PerformanceThe song became a number one hit on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart. Apart from the American market, the song also charted well in Canada, peaking at number two on the RPM Country Tracks chart.
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Release Date"Right on the Money" was released in October 1998 as the second single off Alan Jackson's album "High Mileage." Interestingly, both the song and the album came out in the same year.
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GenreThe song is a classic example of Alan Jackson's distinctive neotraditional country style. It incorporates instruments typically associated with country music, such as the guitar and fiddle, and its lyrics tell a story synonymous with the genre.
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Music VideoJeff Foxworthy, a famous American comedian and good friend of Alan Jackson's, appeared in the music video of "Right on the Money." It was directed by Steven Goldmann, a protégé of Mark Romanek who became one of the most sought-after music video directors in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
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LegacyDespite being over 20 years old, "Right on the Money" continues to receive frequent airplay on country radio stations and is often lauded as one of Alan Jackson's most enduring hits.
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Song MeaningThe song, which combines a romantic lyrical theme with a fun and upbeat tone, is about a man describing his admiration for his significant other and the delight he takes in their romantic relationship.
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Pop Culture"Right on the Money" has been covered by other artists and featured in multiple TV shows and movies, reflecting its popularity and enduring appeal.
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CertificationAs a testament to its commercial success and enduring popularity, the album "High Mileage," which includes "Right on the Money," was certified 4× Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) in 2001.
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Alan JacksonKnown for his neotraditionalist country style, Jackson has recorded 16 studio albums, three greatest hits albums, two Christmas albums, and several compilations, leading to over 75 million records sold worldwide. "Right on the Money" stands as one of his significant hits in his career.
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