Kid Rock released several studio albums from 1988 that mostly went unnoticed before his 1998 record 'Devil Without a Cause', released with Atlantic Records, sold 11 million albums behind the hits, "Bawitdaba","Cowboy," and "Only God Knows Why". In 2000, he released The History of Rock which was a compilation of remixed and remastered versions of songs from his previous albums as well as the hit single, "American Bad Ass". In 2001, he released the follow up, Cocky. After a slow start, his country-flavored hit "Picture" with Sheryl Crow resurrected the album and it went gold as a single and pushed the album's sales to more than 5 million. It was followed by 2003's self-titled release, which failed to chart a major hit. In 2006 he released Live Trucker , a live album. In 2007 Kid Rock released Rock N Roll Jesus, which produced a hit in "All Summer Long." It was his first worldwide smash hit, charting #1 in eight countries across Europe and Australia. Rock N Roll Jesus would go on to sell 5 million albums worldwide including being certified triple platinum in the US.
He has sold 22 million albums to date in the United States, which currently ranks him as the 99th best selling music artist of all time in the U.S.
Flyin' High
Kid Rock Lyrics
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I spent quite a bit down in Nashville too
'Cause I like the beach and loves to honky tonk
But the place that I call home
Is where I never have to feel alone
It's the place where I was raised and I was born
And the grass don't get much greener
I got a funny cigarette and a two-dollar bottle of wine
And there's no need for new beginnings
More money or window trimmings
And if the good Lord's willin', I'm a keep on chillin', refillin' and flyin' high
Flyin' high
In an old lawn chair
Flyin' high
With an ice cold beer
Got nowhere to go, no place I'd rather be
Yeah the grass don't get much greener
And life can't get no sweeter
And if the good Lord's willin', I'm a keep on chillin', refillin' and flyin' high
You know I've traveled on yachts through the south of France
Think I even got a pair of Versace pants
But all that makes me feel is like a fool
'Cause a pontoon boat, and a bottle of Beam
A couple good friends, and some cut off jeans
Has made us realize, you can't buy cool
And the grass don't get much greener
And life can't get no sweeter
I got a funny cigarette and a two-dollar bottle of wine
And there's no need for new beginnings
More money or window trimmings
And if the good Lord's willin', I'm a keep on chillin', refillin' and flyin' high
Flyin' high
In an old lawn chair
Flyin' high
And my family near
Nowhere to go no place I'd rather be
Yeah they mock me because I stand out
But I ain't never had to take a handout
And if the good Lord's willin', I'm a keep on chillin', refillin' and flyin' high
Kid Rock and Zac Brown look back at their extravagant travels to places like Malibu and southern France with a sense of detachment. Even though they indulged in luxury, it's the place they call home that keeps them grounded. Kid Rock admits that his love for the beach and honky tonk took him on many journeys, but he still feels most comfortable at the place where he was born and raised.
The song is about finding pleasure and contentment in simple things. Kid Rock suggests that he would rather have an old lawn chair, a funny cigarette, and a two-dollar bottle of wine than anything else. He values the relationships he has built with friends and his family more than anything else. The duo also realizes that coolness and happiness can't be purchased with money. Though they are sometimes ridiculed for their laid-back lifestyle, they prefer to keep chilling and flying high.
"Flyin' High" is a track off Kid Rock's eleventh studio album Love, Sex, and Death released on June 30, 2015. The song features the Zac Brown Band and follows a country-rock fusion style.
The song was written by Kid Rock, Jaren Johnston, and Keith Urban. The songwriters revealed that the idea for the song came up while they were spending time together at Urban's home.
Kid Rock got the inspiration for the song when he was flying a model airplane while sitting in a lawn chair. He made a mental note to write about flying high in an old lawn chair, and that led to the creation of the song.
The track's music video was released in August 2015 and features Kid Rock having a barbecue on top of his tour bus. His friends and family joined him on the bus, and the video has a picnic and carnival-like theme.
"Flyin' High" is Kid Rock's second collaboration with the Zac Brown Band, after the song "Travelin' Man" which featured on his 2010 album Born Free.
Kid Rock played the guitar on "Flyin' High."
The song "Flyin' High" has been used in several TV shows and movies, including the reality show "Chrisley Knows Best" and the movie "Barbershop: The Next Cut."
"Flyin' High" was performed by Kid Rock and the Zac Brown Band live for several shows, including the 2015 CMT Music Awards.
Chords for "Flyin' High" (if known): Unfortunately, the chords for this song are not known at this time.
Line by Line Meaning
You know I spent a little time out in Malibu
I've spent some time on the West Coast and I enjoyed it
I spent quite a bit down in Nashville too
I've also spent a lot of time in Nashville
'Cause I like the beach and loves to honky tonk
I enjoy both the beach and country music
But the place that I call home
Despite traveling, I have a place I consider home
Is where I never have to feel alone
I feel supported and happy at home
It's the place where I was raised and I was born
My hometown is where I grew up and has sentimental value
And the grass don't get much greener
Life is good where I am
And life can't get no sweeter
Life is sweet and fulfilling where I am
I got a funny cigarette and a two-dollar bottle of wine
I have simple pleasures and don't need expensive things to enjoy life
And there's no need for new beginnings
I'm content with my life and don't need to change anything
More money or window trimmings
I don't need material possessions to be happy
And if the good Lord's willin', I'm a keep on chillin', refillin' and flyin' high
I'm content and happy with my life and don't need anything else
Flyin' high
Enjoying life to the fullest
In an old lawn chair
I'm content with simple pleasures
With an ice cold beer
I don't need fancy drinks to enjoy life
Got nowhere to go, no place I'd rather be
I'm happy where I am and don't feel the need to go anywhere else
You know I've traveled on yachts through the south of France
I've been to luxurious places, like the south of France
Think I even got a pair of Versace pants
I have expensive clothes, but they don't make me happy
But all that makes me feel is like a fool
Expensive things don't bring me true happiness
'Cause a pontoon boat, and a bottle of Beam
Simple things like a boat and good whiskey make me happy
A couple good friends, and some cut off jeans
Being with good friends and wearing comfortable clothes is all I need
Has made us realize, you can't buy cool
Money doesn't buy true happiness or coolness
Nowhere to go no place I'd rather be
I'm content with where I am and don't feel the need to go anywhere else
Yeah they mock me because I stand out
People may make fun of my simple lifestyle
But I ain't never had to take a handout
But I'm happy with what I have and don't need anything else
And if the good Lord's willin', I'm a keep on chillin', refillin' and flyin' high
I'm content and happy with my life and don't need anything else
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: MARLON YOUNG, ROBERT J RITCHIE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@meriannecleaver6270
Nailed the southern rock n rap! Such soul
@archiecook8817
KID ROCK IS THE MOST TALENTED ARTISTS ALIVE,HES MY ,MY FAVORITE!!!!
@joymarie2185
Flying High. Love the voice. It gets right down in my soul. Love it, SMILES TYRANT.....joy
@brucecarey1780
The Devil runs like hell when that beat starts pumping. I just love it.!
@deeharris9635
I still like this song.
It's a favorite of mine..
✌️😎
@deeharris9430
one of my favs. thanks for the memories Brandy Harris
@Al_ex231
Thanks for keeping it real jm Luther MI
@brianlennon312
I'm mid 70s and love the Kid and Zac. Country rock at it's very best.
@jadenloveless46
kid rock rocks
@marshawalker7988
Love these two....see you both in August!!!