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.
Half Your Age
Kid Rock Lyrics
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Runnin' 'round, telling everyone why we're not together
I guess you just had to feel important
And I'm sure you thought I was just gonna sit back and take it on the chin
But honey, I'm a songwriter
And that darling is where you end and this song begins
[Chorus]
She don't bitch about things we ain't got
When I sing this tune it don't upset her
She's half your age and twice as hot
Oh she wakes up every morning and she folds my clothes
Doesn't care about the strippers dancing at my shows
She knows that I love her so I just wanted you to know
[Chorus]
Yee haw!yeah!...
[Chorus]
Oh she don't start trouble cuz she dont need drama
She likes it in the mornin' and she loves my momma
I'm her big poppa an she's my little rock n roll
[Chorus]
She's half your age and twice as hot
She's half your age and twice as hot
The lyrics in Kid Rock's song "Half Your Age" reflect the emotions of someone who has moved on from a previous romantic relationship but still feels the need to address their ex-partner. The song starts with the singer addressing their former lover, pointing out that they only told others why they are no longer together because they wanted to feel important. The singer claims they won't just sit down and take it; they're a songwriter, and this experience will give them the necessary inspiration. The chorus reveals that the singer has found someone new, who treats them better and isn't constantly complaining about what they don't have. This new individual doesn't get upset when the singer performs this song, and they're younger and more attractive than the ex. They fold the singer's clothes in the morning and don't fuss over the strippers who dance at the shows. The song ends with the singer professing their love to their new half-younger partner and how they both have an excellent relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey now darlin', you thought it was all fun and games
The singer's ex-girlfriend thought it was amusing to spread negative comments about their relationship.
Runnin' 'round, telling everyone why we're not together
She was talking behind his back, spreading rumors about their breakup to create a drama.
I guess you just had to feel important
The ex-girlfriend wanted to gain attention and feel important by talking about their relationship.
And I'm sure you thought I was just gonna sit back and take it on the chin
He is aware that his ex-girlfriend hoped he would overlook her actions.
But honey, I'm a songwriter
The singer implies that he will use their situation as an inspiration for a new song.
And that darling is where you end and this song begins
The narration shifts towards the details of the new relationship and how it is better than the previous one.
I found someone new who treats me better
The singer found a new girlfriend who is more loving and caring than his ex.
She don't bitch about things we ain't got
The new girlfriend appreciates what they have instead of complaining about what they don't have.
When I sing this tune it don't upset her
The new girlfriend isn't bothered when the artist sings this song.
She's half your age and twice as hot
The new girlfriend is younger and more attractive, which enhances the artist's happiness.
Oh she wakes up every morning and she folds my clothes
The new girlfriend is loyal and nurturing, she doesn't hesitate to help the singer out in different ways.
Doesn't care about the strippers dancing at my shows
The new girlfriend isn't insecure and trusts her partner despite any outside temptations or distractions.
She knows that I love her so I just wanted you to know
The singer tells his ex that he cares for his new girlfriend and that she is better for him than the previous relationship.
Oh she don't start trouble cuz she dont need drama
The new girlfriend isn't interested in causing problems or drama in the relationship.
She likes it in the mornin' and she loves my momma
The new girlfriend gets along well with the singer's family and has a compatible lifestyle with him.
I'm her big poppa an she's my little rock n roll
The artist's new girlfriend is younger and more vivacious, while the artist takes a paternal role in the relationship.
She's half your age and twice as hot
The artist repeats his new girlfriend's physical and age-related attributes, which shows how happy he is with the new relationship.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Robert James Ritchie
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@mikehedrick4453
One of Kid Rocks greatest songs ever. That's how well I liked it.
@sheribell-rz1gt
I love this freaking song. Oh my god. I can't believe I'm hearing again because my God Kid Rock is so badass he just need somebody to. He just knows God. Damn it. This is a great song
@kennaraemichael9345
Love this album .
@denniswilliams2098
I always figured it was a big middle finger to Pam and props to Audrey. One of my favorites on the great album.
@kristinescharnberg4310
Love Kid Rock.
@user-cn5vc2xp9w
Love this song and your beautiful voice
@user-cn5vc2xp9w
Great song❤❤❤
@melissakerns109
Love this song
@karenvedor1541
Love this song!!
@user-cn5vc2xp9w
Love it,,hurts to listen to sometimes