Whiskey River
Johnny Bush
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Whiskey River, take my mind Don't let her memory torture me Whiskey River, don't run dry You're all I got, take care of me Whiskey River, take my mind Don't let her memory torture me Whiskey River, don't run dry You're all I got, take care of me I'm drowning in a Whiskey River Bathin' my memory's mind in the wetness of its soul Feeling the amber current flowing from my mind To a warm and empty heart you left so cold Whiskey River, take my mind (whiskey river take my mind) Don't let her memory torture me (don't let her memory torture me) Whiskey River, don't run dry You're all I got, take care of me Oh Whiskey River, take my mind Don't let her memory torture me Whiskey River, don't run dry You're all I got, take care of me Whiskey River, take my mind Don't let her memory torture me Whiskey River, don't run dry You're all I got, take care of me Oh Whiskey River, take my mind Don't let her memory torture me Whiskey River, don't run dry You're all I got, take care of me Whiskey River, take my mind Don't let her memory torture me Whiskey River, don't run dry You're all I got, take care of me
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Written by: Johnny Bush
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12 facts about this song
Origin"Whiskey River" is a country music song written and recorded by Johnny Bush. He first released the song in 1972.
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Collaborative EffortThe song was co-written by Johnny Bush and Paul Stroud.
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Album's SuccessThe song was included in his album "Whiskey River", which was a successful release.
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Willie Nelson versionEven though Johnny Bush was first to release the song, it gained most of its popularity when Willie Nelson performed a cover of it.
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Signature Song"Whiskey River" is often considered Willie Nelson's signature song. He has performed the song in almost every one of his live performances.
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Ranking on Charts"Whiskey River" achieved high rankings on various music charts. Nelson's rendition of the song reached #12 on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Singles chart in 1978.
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Song ThemeThe song tells the story of a broken-hearted man who turns to whiskey as a means to drown his sorrows.
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Anatomy of a TrackThe music is characterized by a smooth and vibrant combination of drums, piano, electric guitar, bass, and vocals. This gives the song its signature country music sound.
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Music Instrumental InspirationThe guitar work in the song harks back to traditional country and blues-inspired guitar licks, featuring a variety of techniques such as alternating bass lines and double stops.
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Infused in Pop CultureThis classic has been heard on multiple platforms in popular culture, including film and television.
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Named Alcohol BeverageWillie Nelson has a brand of whiskey named after the popular song "Whiskey River."
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LegacyEven today, the song continues to be a symbol of classic country, ongoingly covered and referenced in contemporary music.
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