An anchored mindset that has led this Texas country music rising star from a drifter’s adolescence to the jeopardous game of the rodeo circuit to the punishing toil of the Texas oil fields, and on into the fickle arms of the music business. Some might argue whether it is having nine consecutive #1 hit singles in Texas under his belt that has garnered him staying power, or that he is killing it in the social media world with over 2 million views on YouTube and over 3 million streams globally on Spotify. Maybe it’s his 3 venerated album releases, or maybe because he can not only bat a full house on a 200 plus dates a year touring average, but also rope in crowds on a first time performance in an unfamiliar town. While impressive, all those distinctions can come and go in the world of music. The reason for his staying power turns out to be quite a simple one. And that is because Josh Ward is country music blood to bone, and both Josh Ward and country music are simply not going to go away.
Josh spent 2017 heavily touring off the strength of his previous album “Holding Me Together.” All six radio singles hit the #1 spot on the Texas Regional Radio Chart and Ward quickly found himself going from opening act to the headlining spot in a matter of months. But in the midst of his growing popularity, he gladly bent the knee to fellow country music artist and comrade Cody Johnson who introduced Ward to his West Coast audiences. Getting the chance to be endorsed by Cody Johnson and perform at sold out shows in brand new markets is the kind of opportunity music artists chomp at the bit to have. When Ward and his band returned to those areas a few months later all by their lonesome, he simply could not have guessed at the reception he would encounter. “When we went back to the West Coast by ourselves, it was sold out shows. I was literally blown away.” It was at that very point while far away from his familiar stomping grounds in Texas with new fans slapping him on the back that Ward knew beyond a shadow of a doubt that his music was catching on in a big way.
The culmination of his radio success and his victories out on the road can easily be attributed to the actual man behind the music. In life, sometimes a person gets dealt a lean hand and has to choose his family from strangers along the way, people who make a conscious choice to take you under their wing and help guide you through life. Ward considers himself a very lucky man despite some rough teenage years. The love and support of his extended family and his chosen family was the concrete foundation he built
his life on, and his fans are a big part of that. It’s why they are drawn to him through the speakers, because he is what he sings. It’s why they are drawn to him from the stage, because he’s an old friend who’s come back to visit. He’s the animated truth of all he stands for, a self-made family man who always has a welcome smile and an open spot in the family. To his loyal fans he feels he owes everything. “Words can’t describe the emotion that gets put into these runs and the work that we do. And these people pay their hard earned money to see it every night. Thank you. Every time I step on stage, you guys remind me that I have more than I deserve.” And so his brand new album, so aptly named, is Ward’s dedication to his growing family.
“More Than I Deserve” marks Ward’s fourth full length album release and it will greet the fans on May 4, 2018. With the philosophy of “don’t fix what isn’t broken,” Ward went right back into the Rosewood studios where he recorded all his previous releases and joined producer Greg Hunt once again behind the board to create the next dimension of Josh Ward country music. The new album is 11 tracks strong featuring the signature instrumentation from guys like John Carroll (Cory Morrow) on guitar, Nate Coon (Aaron Watson) on drums, Milo Deering (The Eagles) on acoustic guitar, steel, dobro, fiddle, viola and mandolin, and Terry McBride (McBride and The Ride) on backing vocals and also writer of three of the tracks. The album is classic Josh Ward style on every front with just a little more gusto and a little more miles on it. Full bodied and emotionally fragrant, every song jumps out kicking up the kind of country music nostalgia Ward is revered for. The first single “All About Lovin’” (written by Brice Long, Terry McBride and Chris Stapleton) tells you everything you need to know about this album, a sexy tonkafied driver of a song that guarantees you’ll be lacing up your dancing shoes by the time you hit the chorus. “Home Away From Home” is country piled on top of more country, and is, as the song says, “a two steppin’ juke box heaven.” While Ward has never been afraid to sing other people’s songs due to his belief that a good song simply needs to be heard, his own savvy for the art just so happens to be represented on three of the most powerful tracks. “A Cowboy Can” is the true grit of this album and is what Ward says best describes himself. “One More Shot Of Whiskey” is a sobering tale told with 90 proof conviction, and then there is “More Than I Deserved” ringing out with its vulnerable steel and head hanging resolve. “More Than I Deserve” is country music addiction in its purest form. Josh Ward did not reinvent the wheel here, but damn, it’s polished surface sure rides smooth.
Josh and his band will be seeing a lot more of the country this year hitting a lot of new places on his never ending tour. It’s still hard for him to believe he has come this far and he doesn’t take one mile of it for granted. “I never thought I would be rolling down the road with one of the hottest bands in Texas playing shows across the United States. I’m happy to be here.”
The Josh Ward band is Josh Ward (lead vocals, rhythm guitar), Steve Cargill (bass), Justin Cogneato (drums), Woody Woodruff (lead guitar) and Glen Shankle (steel guitar).
Broken Heart
Josh Ward Lyrics
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Everywhere I go, just ain't my kind of vibe, folks are havin' fun, man it must be nice.
I guess I'm the only one with a BROKEN HEART.
Ain't found aw5d nother SAD SOUL so far.
Everybody must be doin' fine, I'm in a rut, they're stuck in party time.
All I want to do is turn my radio on, reset the clock and hear a SAD COUNTRY SONG.
But I'm just lookin' for a place to FALL APART, guess I'm the only one with a BROKEN HEART.
Everywhere I go just can't seem to find neon lights and smoke, DAMN IT don't feel right.
I guess I'm the only one with a BROKEN HEART.
Ain't found another SAD SOUL so far.
Everybody must be doin' fine, I'm in a rut, they're stuck in party time.
All I want to do is turn my radio on, reset the clock and hear a SAD COUNTRY SONG.
I'm just lookin' for a place to FALL APART, guess I'm the only one with a BROKEN HEART.
can't seem to find a place to FALL APART, guess I'm the only one with a BROKEN HEART.
In Josh Ward's song "Broken Heart", the lyrics describe a feeling of loneliness and despair after a breakup. The singer is a cowboy who is struggling to keep his emotions in check amidst the lively atmosphere around him. He is searching for a place where he can be alone with his pain and find solace in sad country music. The lyrics convey the frustration of being unable to move on while others around him seem to be enjoying life.
The opening line, "What's a cowboy suppose to do when a cowboy ain't suppose to cry," speaks to the stereotypical image of a cowboy as tough and emotionless. However, the singer acknowledges that sometimes even those who appear strong on the outside have their hearts broken. He longs for a place where he can release his emotions and mourn his lost love.
The repetition of the phrase "I guess I'm the only one with a BROKEN HEART" emphasizes the sense of isolation the singer feels. He can't seem to find anyone who understands his pain and it makes him feel even more alone. The lyrics of "Broken Heart" are relatable to anyone who has experienced heartbreak and felt like they were the only one going through it.
Line by Line Meaning
What's a cowboys suppose to do when a cowboy ain't suppose to cry, there's gotta be a beer somewhere that needs a tear when you just can't keep it all inside.
As a cowboy, it can be difficult to express emotions without breaking the image. In times like these, it helps to find a drink that could use a tear, letting emotions out without anyone noticing.
Everywhere I go, just ain't my kind of vibe, folks are havin' fun, man it must be nice.
The atmosphere wherever I go just doesn't match up with the sorrow I'm feeling. Seeing other people having fun just makes it all more painful.
I guess I'm the only one with a BROKEN HEART.
It feels like nobody else understands the pain of a broken heart, like I'm the only one experiencing this deep sorrow.
Ain't found aw5d nother SAD SOUL so far.
I haven't come across anyone else who can relate to my sadness or seems to be going through a similar emotional state.
Everybody must be doin' fine, I'm in a rut, they're stuck in party time.
Everyone else seems to be doing just fine, while I'm stuck in this place of sadness. They're enjoying life while I can't seem to find any happiness.
All I want to do is turn my radio on, reset the clock and hear a SAD COUNTRY SONG.
In times of heartbreak, listening to sad country songs can be a cathartic experience. It allows us to reset our emotions and release pent-up feelings.
But I'm just lookin' for a place to FALL APART, guess I'm the only one with a BROKEN HEART.
I need a place where I can let it all out, where I can fall apart without any judgment. It feels like I'm the only one who's experiencing this intense pain.
Nothin' quite goes with a fool sitting on a stool like burnin' whiskey over ice and I wouldn't feel like such a fool, If she FOOLED me once, but man she fooled me TWICE .
Sitting on a bar stool with a drink is a classic way of coping with heartbreak. But it's hard to feel like any less of a fool when you've been fooled by the same person multiple times.
Everywhere I go just can't seem to find neon lights and smoke, DAMN IT don't feel right.
The absence of the stereotypical atmosphere of bars and clubs makes it hard to feel like I'm in the right place. It just feels off.
can't seem to find a place to FALL APART, guess I'm the only one with a BROKEN HEART.
I'm still desperately searching for a place where I can let my emotions out, but it seems like nobody else understands or is experiencing the same pain as me.
Writer(s): Cody D. Johnson, Joel Eric Shewmake
Contributed by Christian C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@jessieward2820
I believe with All my Heart Josh is on his way to become a Country Music Superstar and soooooooo many others believe it also,love you Josh !!
@joshward6384
Thanks for your utmost love and support has brought me this far, it has been a hard time for me going through this, but your love and support keeps me going and standing strong in this difficult times.
i do read your heartwarming comments and i truly appreciate all.
It's the season of love for me
& so i decided to put smiles on the faces of my fans by going through old posts on my official page and hitting up random fans,
So i can get to relate with my fans better through discussions of depth and humour, listening to compliments and criticisms on my career work.
@lcruz2783
Great song, keep them coming. You have captured the country sound. God Bless!
@darrellharmon8142
This right here folks, is what country is all about.
@joshward6384
Thanks for your utmost love and support has brought me this far, it has been a hard time for me going through this, but your love and support keeps me going and standing strong in this difficult times.
i do read your heartwarming comments and i truly appreciate all.
It's the season of love for me
& so i decided to put smiles on the faces of my fans by going through old posts on my official page and hitting up random fans,
So i can get to relate with my fans better through discussions of depth and humour, listening to compliments and criticisms on my career work.
@travis7873
Double stepping all around the dance floor to this one!
@Clara-pw6tk
Great song and beautiful music 😮
@stefanopaci6713
Incredible country song i love it.greeting from italy 🤩😍😍
@budgirlfl
THIS IS COUNTRY MUSIC!!!
@joshward6384
alright and that’s so nice of you and I hope you never stop listening to my music and I would wanna talk more wit you if you don’t mind but not on here do you have hangout