From the year 2001 to 2004, Cyrus starred in the television show Doc. The show was about a country doctor who moved from Montana to New York City. In late 2005, he also began to co-star in the Disney Channel series, Hannah Montana, with daughter Miley Cyrus. The show has been on the air for three seasons.
The I'm American Songfacts reports that Billy Ray Cyrusβ twelfth studio album, I'm American is a collection of patriotic songs. It was initially scheduled to be released in November 2010, but after being pushed back numerous times, it finally came out on June 28, 2011.
Ain't Your Dog No More
Billy Ray Cyrus Lyrics
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But now I'm breaking this chain
Too late to throw me a bone
I'm sick of fetching and sleeping in the rain
Ole Sparky's hittin' the road.
[Chorus]
I won't be howlin' 'round your house
Won't be howlin' 'round your house
Ain't your dog no more.
I graduated from obedience school
I'd roll and sit when I was told
Woke up hungry, went searchin' for some food
Some other Rover's at the dog food bowl.
[Chorus]
The pack you found me with
Was bayin' at the moon
I begged to follow you home
Tonight I heard 'em, they was playin' my tune
Don't bother callin' girl, I'm dog gone.
[Chorus]
Won't be howlin' 'round your house
Ain't your dog no more
I ain't your dog no more
In Billy Ray Cyrus's song "Ain't Your Dog No More", the singer is using the metaphor of a dog to represent his past relationship with a woman who had him under her control like a pet. He was obedient and loyal to her, but now he has finally realized his worth and is breaking free from the chains she had him on. The lyrics "I've been your hound but now I'm breaking this chain, too late to throw me a bone" indicate that while he used to accept scraps of attention and love from her, he is no longer interested in being her pet. The line "I'm sick of fetching and sleeping in the rain" suggests that he was not receiving enough love and affection from her and felt neglected.
The second verse of the song shows the singer's development as a person after being under the control of his lover. He has now graduated from obedience school and is no longer willing to do as he is told. The lyrics "Some other Rover's at the dog food bowl" hint that he has moved on and found someone else who appreciates him. The chorus repeats the message that he is no longer under her control and "ain't your dog no more". The last verse of the song reveals that the singer was part of a pack of dogs before he was taken home by the woman. The line "Tonight I heard 'em, they were playin' my tune" suggests that he has found a group of people who can relate to him and his situation. The song ends with the powerful repetition of "I ain't your dog no more".
Line by Line Meaning
I've been your hound
I've been a loyal follower of yours
But now I'm breaking this chain
I'm breaking away from your control and influence
Too late to throw me a bone
Your attempts to make me stay are futile
I'm sick of fetching and sleeping in the rain
I'm tired of doing what you want and being treated poorly
Ole Sparky's hittin' the road.
I'm leaving and never looking back
I won't be howlin' 'round your house
I won't be seeking your attention or approval
Won't be scratchin' your door
I won't be begging for your help or support
Ain't your dog no more.
I'm done being controlled and owned by you
I graduated from obedience school
I used to be well-behaved and follow orders
I'd roll and sit when I was told
I used to do everything you asked me to do
Woke up hungry, went searchin' for some food
I started thinking for myself and finding my own way
Some other Rover's at the dog food bowl.
Others are enjoying the things that used to be only for me
The pack you found me with
The people you introduced me to
Was bayin' at the moon
Were complaining or expressing dissatisfaction
I begged to follow you home
I wanted to be a part of your life
Tonight I heard 'em, they was playin' my tune
I found my own group and they accept me for who I am
Don't bother callin' girl, I'm dog gone.
Don't try to bring me back, because I'm gone and not coming back
I ain't your dog no more
I am my own person now and not under your control
Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DONALD L. VON TRESS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Rebekah Buffington
This is one of my favorite Billy Ray songs, and I can't help but smile when I'm singing along. As far as the video goes, less dogs and more Billy Ray...and I'm a dog lover! I love that growl in this voice. Oh, yes, he's the man!!
CRAIG LIMON
Battery charged twice? Your on the cell phone walking? Get started here auto zone says check alt alternator.
That lights on?
Service ring bell. Look 4 Advertised works on WARRANTY.. See no sense Billy checked the OIL think gas? His truck won't start. Carb? he says with a ? Q more or your out. What you smoked. Stabil you think I should use it? Getting it started hear?
Gloria Lee Young
This video is really cute. I like your moves too BillyRay! I don't understand why you don't come out with a new album for us to enjoy. Please!!!!!!!!!
Amy Darnell
This video is from 1993 hes released many more albums since then he just put out his latest one called the Singin Hills Sessions for 2020 his last album was called Snake Doctor Circus in 2019
dfifty2
One of my all time favorite Nashville tunes, along with Vince Gill's What the Cowgirls do
Beth Chaney
i was a huge fan of his. back in the 90's. i even had the chance to see him in concert. he threw me 1 of his guitar picks. i still have it to this day. :-)
Lil Uzi Vert
@countrygirl countrymusiclover fuck off.
Heather Harrington
@countrygirl countrymusiclover and you're a bitch
Annica Cummings Feazelle
I knew Billy Ray ....man I always knew he would be a star one day.....talented is an understatement....he was a great friend....love u Billy Ray...always
Quentin Dugger
When he lived in Thompson Station he was about half an hour from my house. I used to run into him at the old shell station right off of Thompson.