Aaron, who hails from Auburn, Indiana, was surrounded by music growing up. After a brief stint in college; his father Jeoffrey, a professional gospel singer, invited Aaron to tour with him. Together they played more than 130 concerts annually for several years and recorded three CD's. The experience sculpted Aaron to the techniques of duo singing, which may be one reason why he never quite hit the jackpot after leaving to seek his fortunes as a solo artist.
Scott, who was born in Delight, Arkansas - and raised in Los Angeles started singing at an early age with his Uncle Jack; but, his strongest musical influence came from close family friend, Glenn Campbell. After high school, Scott, who had been acting as well as playing music, picked up work in commercials and on television shows.
Aaron and Scott teamed up after meeting on a music video in Nashville five years ago. It was an instant brotherhood! The two were inseparable! After years of friendship, and a bit of gentle pressure from their wives - the guys decided to see how it felt to sing together. They discovered not only did they have a perfect friendship, but also perfect harmonies!
One fateful day, the duo made it to Curb Records. There, they sat down in front of Doug Johnson, the A&R director for the new Asylum subsidiary, and performed. When they were finished, the first words out of Doug's mouth were "Man, one of you is really gonna have to screw this up to not make it work." With that, Blue County was officially born. Scott and Aaron have finished their sophomore album and it will be released very soon. Their new single "I Get To" can be heard on a radio station near you.
Nothin' But Cowboy Boots
Blue County Lyrics
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When I was three years old
Momma said,
"Go out and play",
Well I did what I was told
She never saw it comin'
When I turned the sprinkler on
She looked up from the dishes
Nothin' but cowboy boots
Sets your spirit free
That wild wild west a birthday suit
Is the remedy for modesty
It ain't proper
And it ain't cool
But folks remember what you do
In nothin', oh nothin' but cowboy boots
Well all it takes
When you're eighteen is your buddy's double dare
It was eight-o-clock on a Friday night
In the middle of town square
Couldn't hear the sirens
'Cause so many people cheered
When the sheriff showed up
I was grinin' ear-to-ear
Nothin' but cowboy boots sets your spirit free
That wild wild west a birthday suit is the remedy for modesty
It ain't proper
And it ain't cool
But folks remember what you do
In nothin', oh nothin' but cowboy boots
I came home late tonight
you just smiled at my surprise
I see you comin' down the hall
In nothin'
Oh nothin' but cowboy boots
Sets your spirit free
That wild wild west a birthday suit
Is the remedy for modesty
It ain't proper
And it ain't cool
But folks remember what you do
In nothin', oh nothin' but cowboy boots
Nothin' but them cowboy boots
Nothin' but them cowboy boots
The song Nothin' but cowboy boots by Blue County is an upbeat, feel-good tune about the freedom and carefree attitude that comes with wearing nothing but cowboy boots. The first verse describes a childhood memory of the singer, playing in the sprinkler while his mother wasn't watching. The chorus sets the theme of the song, describing how wearing "nothin' but cowboy boots" can set your spirit free and allow you to be yourself without any inhibitions. The second verse talks about a wild and spontaneous night where the singer getting caught by the sheriff, but still manages to have fun and enjoy the moment. The final verse is a suggestive nod to the singer's partner, who greets him in the hall wearing "nothin' but cowboy boots".
The song paints a picture of a life free of constraints and expectations, where being authentic and true to oneself is valued above all else. The image of wearing nothing but cowboy boots is a metaphor for this kind of freedom, and the song celebrates this liberating feeling in a fun and lighthearted way. The lyrics are cleverly crafted to paint a vivid picture of each scenario described, making the listener feel like they are a part of the story. The catchy melody and upbeat tempo only add to the overall feel-good vibe of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
It was Indiana, a summer day,
Recalling an event from childhood on a summer day in Indiana.
When I was three years old
At the age of 3.
Momma said,
Mother instructing to go outside and play.
"Go out and play",
Told to go outside for fun.
Well I did what I was told
Following instructions.
She never saw it comin'
Mother was unaware of what was about to happen.
When I turned the sprinkler on
Switching on the water sprinkler.
She looked up from the dishes
Mother stopped washing the dishes.
And right there in the front lawn
Referring to where the sprinkler was turned on.
Nothin' but cowboy boots
Wearing only cowboy boots.
Sets your spirit free
Experiencing a feeling of liberation.
That wild wild west a birthday suit
Being naked, like in the wild west.
Is the remedy for modesty
Doing away with being modest.
It ain't proper
Not considered to be polite.
And it ain't cool
Not fashionable.
But folks remember what you do
Others remember one's actions.
In nothin', oh nothin' but cowboy boots
While wearing exclusively cowboy boots.
Well all it takes
It only requires.
When you're eighteen is your buddy's double dare
When dared by a friend at the age of 18.
It was eight-o-clock on a Friday night
Occurring at 8 PM on a Friday night.
In the middle of town square
In a public area.
Couldn't hear the sirens
Could not hear the police alerts.
'Cause so many people cheered
Due to the loudness from people cheering.
When the sheriff showed up
When law enforcement arrived on the scene.
I was grinin' ear-to-ear
Smiling broadly.
I came home late tonight
Returning home late that night.
you just smiled at my surprise
Partner reacting positively to the surprise of the arrival.
I see you comin' down the hall
Spotting the partner moving down the hallway.
Nothin'
Being naked.
Oh nothin' but cowboy boots
While donning cowboy boots only.
Nothin' but them cowboy boots
Again emphasizing the use of cowboy boots and nothing else.
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