Nothing Short of Dying
Travis Tritt
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I should have told her more I love her I should've spent more time at home But should haves really aren't important Since the fact is, now she's gone I wish I'd listened to my conscience When it said, "Don't let her go" And if she's wonderin' how I'm doing Well, I think she ought to know That I find myself praying More than I've ever did before And now I find my heart is breaking Each time her memory slams the door And I find myself crying And trying to hold on 'Cause there ain't nothing short of dying That's worse than being left alone I thought I'd be just fine without her I'd be happy, a free man But the hurting side of lonesome Is what I didn't understand And the lessons that I'm learning Lord, I'm learning awful well 'Cause nights I used to spend in heaven Have been replaced by nights of hell And I find myself praying More than I've ever did before And now I find my heart is breaking Each time her memory slams the door And I find myself crying Oh, and trying to hold on 'Cause there ain't nothing short of dying That's worse than being left alone
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Written by: TRAVIS TRITT
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10 facts about this song
Album Overview"Nothing Short of Dying" is a song from Travis Tritt's debut album "Country Club" which was released in 1990.
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Chart PerformanceUpon its release, the song climbed to number 13 on the US Billboard Country Songs Chart.
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Songwriter CreditsThe lyrics of the song were penned by Walt Aldridge, one of the most successful country music songwriters of his time. Aldridge has also written hits for artists like Reba McEntire and Ronnie Milsap.
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StorylineThis track falls into the 'heartache' category of country music, with Tritt's protagonist expressing bitterness over a lost love and saying he'll do anything for her, short of dying.
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Unusual CompositionInstead of adopting a conventional verse-chorus-verse format, "Nothing Short of Dying" tells its story through progressive verses.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Nothing Short of Dying" carries a simple yet powerful narrative, featuring Tritt himself, a band, and a rodeo setting, which adds authenticity to the country theme.
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Tritt's VocalsKnown for his rich, soulful and distinctive baritone voice, Tritt's performance in "Nothing Short of Dying" is applauded for its intense emotionality and range.
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Album Success"Country Club," the album featuring "Nothing Short of Dying," was a commercial success, with more than two million units sold. It was so successful that it was certified multi-platinum by RIAA.
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Other Popular SongsBesides "Nothing Short of Dying," the album "Country Club" contains several other hits, including "I'm Gonna Be Somebody" and "Help Me Hold On." This helped establish Tritt as a new force in country music at the time.
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InfluencesIn interviews, Tritt has mentioned that he has been influenced by a variety of genres and artists. This particular song seems to incorporate elements of both traditional country music and Southern rock.
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