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
Movin' on
Aaron Tippin Lyrics
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Big wheel's rollin', gotta keep 'em goin'
Big wheel's rollin', movin' on
The white line is a lifeline to the nation
And men like Kix and Ronnie make it move
Livin' like a gypsy, always on the go
Doin' what they best know how to do
'Cause men become addicted to the grind
(The grind)
It takes a special breed to be a truck drivin' man
And a steady hand to pull that load behind
Big wheel's rollin', big wheel's rollin', movin' on
Big wheel's rollin', gotta keep 'em goin'
Big wheel's rollin', movin' on, movin' on, yeah
All night country music keeps 'em goin'
Kix and Ronnie keep on movin' on
Hey, big hot cup of coffee, is waitin' up ahead
An' the rhythm of the highway hums along
Jammin' gears has got to be a fever
'Cause men become addicted to the grind
It takes a special breed to be a truck drivin' man
And a steady hand to pull that load behind
Big wheel's rollin', big wheel's rollin', movin' on
Big wheel's rollin', gotta keep 'em goin'
Big wheel's rollin', movin' on
Yeah, oh you been drivin' all night long, movin' on
Why don't you let me take the wheel for a while
What's that?
Hey, buddy, aren't you supposed to have your eyes open?
We're gone
The song "Movin' On" by Aaron Tippin is an ode to truck drivers and their tireless work to keep the country moving. The lyrics describe the big wheels of trucks rolling down the highway, with the white line serving as a lifeline to the nation. The song pays tribute to men like Kix and Ronnie, who drive for hours on end, living like gypsies and doing what they know best - jamming gears and keeping the wheels turning. "Movin' On" highlights the addiction that truck drivers can have to the grind of the road, with the steady hand of a driver pulling a heavy load behind.
The repetition of the phrase "big wheel's rollin', movin' on" creates a sense of momentum and urgency, reflecting the continuous movement of trucks on the highways. The all-night country music and hot cup of coffee are symbolic of the little things that keep drivers going and help them to stay awake during long trips. The song ends with a playful exchange between the driver and a passenger, with the driver asking for a break and the passenger reminding him to stay alert.
Overall, "Movin' On" is a tribute to the important role that truck drivers play in keeping the country moving, and the dedication and hard work that goes into their job.
Line by Line Meaning
Big wheel's rollin', big wheel's rollin', movin' on
The large trucks are moving forward, making progress on their journeys.
Big wheel's rollin', gotta keep 'em goin'
It is crucial to keep the trucks rolling to ensure successful transportation.
Big wheel's rollin', movin' on
The trucks are continuing on their journey, traveling down the open road.
The white line is a lifeline to the nation
The painted lines on the road are essential for safe and efficient travel, allowing goods to be transported across the country.
And men like Kix and Ronnie make it move
Hauling goods across the country is made possible by the hard work and dedication of truck drivers like Kix and Ronnie.
Livin' like a gypsy, always on the go
Truck drivers are constantly on the move, living a nomadic lifestyle as they transport goods across the country.
Doin' what they best know how to do
Truck drivers are skilled at what they do, and they work hard to ensure successful deliveries.
Jammin' gears has got to be a fever
Shifting gears in a truck is a passion for some drivers.
'Cause men become addicted to the grind (The grind)
The challenging and demanding work of driving a truck can be addictive for some drivers.
It takes a special breed to be a truck drivin' man
Driving a truck requires a unique set of skills and personality traits.
And a steady hand to pull that load behind
Truck drivers must be skilled and focused to ensure they deliver their cargo safely.
All night country music keeps 'em goin'
Truck drivers often listen to country music to stay alert and entertained on long drives.
Hey, big hot cup of coffee, is waitin' up ahead
After hours of driving, a warm cup of coffee is a welcome break for many truck drivers.
An' the rhythm of the highway hums along
The sound of the truck's engine and the tires on the road create a comforting rhythm that drivers become familiar with.
Yeah, oh you been drivin' all night long, movin' on
Truck drivers work long hours and traverse many miles in a single journey.
Why don't you let me take the wheel for a while
Someone is offering to take over driving duties for a short period to help the current driver rest and recharge.
What's that?
The current driver is not fully alert and aware of their surroundings.
Hey, buddy, aren't you supposed to have your eyes open?
The current driver may be falling asleep at the wheel and needs to stay alert for their safety and the safety of others on the road.
We're gone
The journey continues, and the drivers are moving forward, further down the open road.
Lyrics © EMI Music Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: WILLIAMS, MARLON LU'REE/GOODMAN, QU'RAN/GOODMAN, TAJI
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Robert Hribnak
Absolutely love this song. Thanks for sharing.
Jimmy & Lizabeth Wolfenden
Hard to beat Merle Haggard on the original but this comes damn close!!!
Drews Garage
This song is awsome!!!
julie brtek
This song Merle Haggard from show Movin On truck show. Back 1974-1976 one greatest show. A plus song. My dad say country music not junk song don't make since. This song Classic hit song. Watch show back 1974 1975 on Tuesday 7 pm always remember greatest song A plus Keep on Rolling he Highway.