Down in Tennessee

John Anderson

About Down in Tennessee

"Down in Tennessee" is a song written by Wayland Holyfield and recorded by American country music artist John Anderson. It was released in November 1985 as the second single from the album Tokyo, Oklahoma. The song reached number 12 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.


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1990
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I talked to your sister last night on the telephone
You know she always thought pretty well of me
She said that the wedding went fine 
And you were up in New York on your honeymoon
Tonight I'm down, in Tennessee

I got that letter you wrote, it tore me up
But I don't have anyone to blame but me
I had it all for a while but like everything else
I messed it up
Tonight I'm down, in Tennessee

It's blue tonight and gettin' bluer
But I'm in the state that I deserve to be
Without you I just can't see things ever looking up for me 
I'm so down, in Tennessee

I hope you're happy with him, he's a lucky man
I hope he gives you that home and family
I just want to say if by chance you are ever this way, look me up
I'll be down, in Tennessee

It's blue tonight and getting bluer
I'm in the state that I deserve to be
Without you I just can't see things ever looking up for me 
I'm so down, in Tennessee
I'm so down, in Tennessee

I'm gonna be down,
in Tennessee

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John Anderson

John David Anderson (born December 13, 1954, in Orlando, Florida) is an American country musician with a successful career that has lasted more than 30 years. Starting in 1977 with the release of his first single, "I've Got a Feelin' (Somebody's Been Stealin')", Anderson has charted more than 40 singles on the Billboard country music charts, including five Number Ones: "Wild and Blue", "Swingin'", "Black Sheep", "Straight Tequila Night", and "Money in the Bank". He has also recorded twenty-two studio albums on several labels. His newest album, Bigger Hands, was released on June 2009, on the Country Crossing label. more »

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Written by: WAYLAND HOLYFIELD

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10 facts about this song

Release Information
The song "Down in Tennessee," by John Anderson, was released as a single in 1985.
Album Integration
"Down in Tennessee" is one the tracks on Anderson's 1985 album "Tokyo, Oklahoma."
Song Creation
This song was written by Wayland Holyfield, noted for his numerous contributions to the Country music genre.
Chart Ranking
This song made it all the way to the 12th spot on the US Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.
Genre Classification
"Down in Tennessee" is widely recognized as a Country song.
Record Label
The song was produced and released under the Warner Brothers Records label.
Artist Recognition
John Anderson is one of the best-regarded practitioners of the Country genre, especially notable for his distinct voice and musical style.
Notable Performance
Anderson's performance of "Down in Tennessee" contributed to his reputation for emotional delivery and storytelling through music.
Cover Versions
"Down in Tennessee" has been covered by multiple artists, demonstrating its pervasive influence in the Country music realm.
Lyrical Theme
The song tells a story of a man longing to return home to Tennessee. It induces a feeling of homesickness and nostalgia which is often seen in country songs.

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