Born in … Read Full Bio ↴Aaron Tippin (born July 3, 1958) is a country music singer.
Born in Pensacola, Florida, but raised in upstate South Carolina, Tippin performed in local honky-tonks in the 1970s. He competed on TNN's "You Can Be A Star" talent contest in 1986, landed a song publishing contract and moved to Nashville in 1987. During this time he wrote songs for The Kingsmen, David Ball, The Midsouth Boys, Mark Collie, and Charlie Pride. He would spend his nights working at a mill in Kentucky and spend his days driving 60 miles to Nashville to write songs.
Tippin performed his first Nashville nightclub show in 1990, and it earned him a contract with RCA records. His first single, "You've Got to Stand for Something", cracked the top 10 in 1991 and allowed him to go to the Persian Gulf with Bob Hope, to entertain the troops. Then, in 1992, Aaron's single "There Ain't Nothin' Wrong With the Radio" stayed at No. 1 for three weeks.
In 1995, Tippin married Thea Corontzos, and he, Thea, and his manager, Billy Craven, created Tippin's company, Tip Top Entertainment. Tippin also opened two hunting supply stores called Aaron Tippin Firearms. One is located close to where he lives in Smithville, Tennessee, and the other run by his father in Oak City, North Carolina.
In 1998, Tippin moved to Lyric Street Records and charted a No.1 hit with "Kiss This", co-written with his wife Thea in 2000. In the wake of 9/11, his patriotic anthem, "Where the Stars and Stripes and Eagle Fly", peaked at No. 2. Both songs crossed over onto the Hot 100 charts; in fact, "Stars And Stripes" was his biggest crossover hit.
In 2006, Tippin started up his own record label, Nippit Records; the label's name is "Tippin" spelled backwards.
Other facts
* Survived lightning strikes on (at least) seven different occasions.
* Was granted pilot licence when he was 15
I Wonder How Far It Is Over You
Aaron Tippin Lyrics
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Left a note there with the keys if it cranks, well friend, she's yours
And I struck out across Texas, gonna walk it line to line
Now I'm halfway cross New Mexico, but you're still on my mind
And this road that's going nowhere just leads me on and on
As I ask myself with every step will I ever be alone
I wonder just how far it is over you
When I left Tennessee, I thought we were through
Now I wonder how far it is over you
I was deep in California when I finally made a friend
And it was me and that old hobo till you showed up again
Then he ran out of liquor and I've run out of time
I'm standing by the ocean, but you're still on my mind
And I'm staring at the water so blue and deep and wide
Bet a man could lose a memory over on the other side
I wonder just how far it is over you
Is there no place I go that you don't come too
When I left Tennessee, I thought we were through
Now I wonder how far it is over you
I parked my car beside the highway and I didn't lock the doors
Left a note there with the keys if it cranks, well friend, she's yours
In "I Wonder How Far It Is Over You," Aaron Tippin sings about a journey he's taken across various parts of the country. He starts in Texas and continues on to New Mexico before making his way to California. Despite being on the move, he can't seem to shake the memory of the person he's left behind. Every step he takes seems to bring her back to his mind. He wonders just how far he has to go before he can finally be free of her memory.
The lyrics capture the feeling of being haunted by a relationship that's ended. Despite physically leaving the situation, the emotional baggage is still there. The journey that Tippin takes on this song is symbolic of the journey that many people take after a breakup. They move from place to place, hoping that a change of scenery will help them forget about their past. However, like Tippin's character, they're often unsuccessful. The chorus of the song, where Tippin wonders how far he has to go before he's over her, is a relatable sentiment that many people have likely felt at one point or another.
Overall, "I Wonder How Far It Is Over You" is a well-written and emotional song that captures the heartache of a breakup. The lyrics are simple but effective, and Tippin's performance is powerful.
Line by Line Meaning
I parked my car beside the highway and I didn't lock the doors
I left my car unlocked and accessible to anyone passing by, because I don't care about material possessions when compared to the weight of my emotional baggage.
Left a note there with the keys if it cranks, well friend, she's yours
I left a note saying that whoever can start my car can take it, because it doesn't matter to me anymore.
And I struck out across Texas, gonna walk it line to line
I am walking across Texas because I need to physically move in order to clear my head and escape my inner turmoil.
Now I'm halfway cross New Mexico, but you're still on my mind
Despite my journey, I cannot escape the thoughts of you that constantly invade my mind.
And this road that's going nowhere just leads me on and on
I am aimlessly wandering, hoping that the constant movement will provide some sort of resolution or clarity.
As I ask myself with every step will I ever be alone
With each step, I question if I will ever truly be able to escape the hold you have on me and move on.
I wonder just how far it is over you
I still wonder how long until I completely move on from you and stop thinking about you constantly.
Is there no place I go that you don't come too
There doesn't seem to be a single place or moment where you don't intrude into my thoughts.
When I left Tennessee, I thought we were through
When I left Tennessee, I believed that our relationship was over and that I could move on.
Now I wonder how far it is over you
Yet, I am still consumed with thoughts of you and worry that I will never truly be able to move past our relationship.
I was deep in California when I finally made a friend
Even when I finally find someone to lean on or confide in, I am still weighed down by the thoughts of you.
And it was me and that old hobo till you showed up again
It was just me and this new friend of mine until the memories of you crept up again and disrupted my peace of mind.
Then he ran out of liquor and I've run out of time
The temporary distractions and crutches I had to cope with my pain have all been exhausted, and I am left alone with my thoughts once again.
I'm standing by the ocean, but you're still on my mind
Even the vastness and beauty of nature cannot quell the constant reminders of you and our time together.
And I'm staring at the water so blue and deep and wide
I am fixated on the ocean, hoping that maybe its vastness and depth will give me some perspective or solace.
Bet a man could lose a memory over on the other side
I contemplate if a change of scenery or physical distance could help me finally let go of these memories and thoughts of you.
Lyrics Š BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: AARON TIPPIN, WILLIAM BROCK
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@girlwithattitude5529
This by far is my favorite Aaron Tippin song .... I could hear it all day long and still sing along!!! LOVE LOVE LOVE IT!!!
@perryspradlin5929
People doest realize the talent back then..
@christierichardson2841
Same
@cathyradabaugh8482
I agree, one of the best songs ever I could listen all day too ! wow !!! Is there no place I don't go that you don't come too !! rips my heart out! wow!!!
@rndyblck
I love this song from Aaron. It wasn't a big hit, but I played it forever on the radio at 96.5 WDOD FM. I liked having exclusives that set my show apart. I met Aaron when this album was new at Lake Winnepesaukah near Chattanooga. Aaron had just returned from playing for the troops. It was Father's Day. Aaron is a really nice guy.
@melvinjacobson7319
Miss the good ole days when country was country plenty of emotion sends chills through my bones
@stevenbowers1451
This song was in my head constantly in 1991 while in bootcamp in San Diego. I got my mind off leaving home and got me through to graduation. Great music in those days.
@jordanturner5506
Damn good song when ur sad u understand the song when ur happy u enjoy the song I wish good country music was still played on the radio
@gabrielefusi9940
Aaron tippin is one of the greatest country singer of all time
@haweater1555
One of the best opening lines in a country song.