Whiskey, If You Were a Woman
Highway 101
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He's told me a million times he's sorry I always take him back though soon I know He'll spend the night with you and leave me crying You don't love him but you won't let him go Oh whiskey if you were a woman I'd fight you and I'd win lord knows I would Oh whiskey if you were a woman I'd drive you from his tangled mind for good No matter what you do I'll do it better You'll never be the woman I could be But you don't have a heart or any feelings So I can't even ask for sympathy Oh whiskey if you were a woman I'd fight you and I'd win lord knows I would Oh whiskey if you were a woman I'd drive you from his tangled mind for good Oh whiskey if you were a woman I'd drive you from his tangled mind for good
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Written by: MARY W. FRANCIS, JOHNNY MAC RAE, BOB MORRISON
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Bluewater Music Corp.
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15 facts about this song
Album Information"Whiskey, If You Were a Woman" is a song from the self-titled debut studio album of the American country music band, Highway 101.
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Release HistoryThe song was released in October 1986 as the second single from their debut album.
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Chart PerformanceIt reached number 2 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart, making it the highest-charting single from the album.
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SongwritersThe track was written by Mary W. Francis, Johnny Macrae, and Bob Morrison.
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Band Formation"Whiskey, If You Were a Woman" played a significant role in propelling Highway 101 to fame shortly after the band's formation in 1986.
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Musical GenreThe song is in the country genre, reflecting the band's Southern and Western musical roots.
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Artists InvolvedHighway 101 at the time consisted of Jack Daniels (lead guitar, background vocals), Curtis Stone (bass guitar, background vocals), Scott "Cactus" Moser (drums), and Paulette Carlson (lead vocals).
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StorylineThe song is about a woman who laments her lover's addiction to alcohol. It draws a parallel between the addictiveness of whiskey and the allure of another woman.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song features the band performing at a bar, amidst people drinking and dancing.
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Cover VersionsThe song was covered by country singer John Anderson in 2007 for his album "Easy Money."
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Classic SongDespite being released over three decades ago, "Whiskey, If You Were a Woman" remains a beloved classic in the history of country music.
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Unique TitleThe unique, somewhat quirky title of the song has often caught people's attention and set the song apart from others in the genre.
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Album SuccessThe success of the single helped Highway 101's debut album to be certified Gold by the RIAA.
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Regular Radio PlayThe song continues to receive airplay on classic country radio stations.
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Award NominationsAlthough it didn't win, the song was nominated for several awards, highlighting its impact and popularity.
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