If I Were You
Terri Clark
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You were standin' at my front door When I came home tonight And I could tell by the look you gave me You were needin' my advice You say you want more out of life Than he can give you As a tear rolls down your face But girl, I've seen the way he looks at you And I know someone who'd gladly take your place [Chorus] If I were you I'd run back home tonight Tell him everything's all right Yeah, I know what I'd do If I were you I'd never let him go I'd have someone to hold My whole life through If I were you You shouldn't think you're missin' out on something Because you wear a wedding band 'Cause I can't seem to find somebody Who wants more than just a one night stand You know this single life I'm livin' Ain't all it's cracked up to be So you've come to the wrong place If what you want is sympathy [Chorus] If I were you
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Written by: TERRI CLARK
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10 facts about this song
Genre Classification"If I Were You" is a song in the Country genre with a strong narrative focus, which is typical of this style of music.
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Songwriter DetailTerri Clark co-wrote "If I Were You" with Tom Shapiro and Chris Waters, showcasing their collaborative songwriting skills.
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Chart PerformancesThe song "If I Were You" from Terri Clark released in 1995 reached No.1 on both the Canadian RPM Country Tracks chart and the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks in 1996. It was the first-ever song by a Canadian Country female artist to reach No.1 on the U.S. Billboard chart.
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Album Detail"If I Were You" is included in Terri Clark's self-titled debut album which was released on August 8, 1995.
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Music VideoThe music video of "If I Were You" showcases a narrative where Clark advises a friend who is in a troubled relationship, applying the song's lyrics in a visual way.
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CertificationThe song, along with the entire album, was certified platinum by both the RIAA (Recording Industry Association of America) and CRIA (Canadian Recording Industry Association) showing its commercial success.
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RecognitionThe esteemed music magazine Billboard acknowledged "If I Were You" as the most played country song in 1996.
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Noteworthy CoversAlthough there aren't any major recorded covers of "If I Were You", the song is often performed by budding singers and musicians in live shows and auditions due to its hit status and emotional content.
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Lyrics SignificanceThe lyrics of "If I Were You" are about offering advice in a situation of infidelity, showing sympathy and reinforcing self-respect, which many listeners have found relatable.
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Other Success"If I Were You" is not a standalone success for Clark. It set a precedent for many hits to come, including "Poor, Poor Pitiful Me" and "Emotional Girl," which also topped Canadian country charts.
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