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.
Johnny Cash
Kid Rock Lyrics
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And them faded blue jeans that you wear
I like to watch you shoot your guns
And I like the way you love having fun, oh baby
I like the way you turn me on (Turn me on)
Just like an old Keith Whitley song
I like the way you shake it, work it (Work it baby)
You know the sun is shining on Kentucky (On Kentucky)
They’re drinking bourbon by the batch (By the batch)
I walk that line because you love me
And I wanna be your Johnny Cash, Johnny Cash
Ooh ooh
I like the way you hold my hand
And play just like my baby grand
I like how you don’t give a damn (Don’t give a damn)
And love me just the way I am, the way I am
You know the sun is shining on Kentucky (On Kentucky)
They’re drinking bourbon by the batch (By the batch)
I walk that line because you love me (Love me baby)
And I wanna be your Johnny Cash, Johnny Cash
Oh ooh
And lay you down in that blue grass
That certain smile hey girl you own it (Own it baby)
Come lay your head here next to mine (Next to mine)
You know I cherish every moment (Every single moment)
And I love you till the end of time, end of time, end of time
You know the sun is shining on Kentucky (Shining baby)
They’re drinking bourbon by the batch (By the batch)
I walk that line because you love me
And I wanna be your Johnny Cash, Johnny Cash
Sun is shining on Kentucky
They’re drinking bourbon by the batch (By the batch)
I walk that line because you love me (Because you love me)
And I wanna be your Johnny Cash, Johnny Cash
And lay you down in that blue grass (Lay you down in that blue grass)
And lay you down in that blue grass (I wanna be your Johnny Cash)
And lay you down in that blue grass (Lay you down)
Oh oh oh
Your Johnny Cash
The song "Johnny Cash" by Kid Rock is a tribute to the American singer-songwriter Johnny Cash, who is considered to be one of the greatest musicians of all time. The lyrics of the song describe the love that the singer has for his partner and how he wants to be like Johnny Cash for her. He likes the way she looks, how she plays the piano, the way she doesn't care what others think about her, and how she makes him feel. The chorus of the song, "I walk that line because you love me, and I wanna be your Johnny Cash," refers to the title of one of Johnny Cash's biggest hits, "I Walk the Line."
The song also mentions some well-known Kentucky references like bourbon and bluegrass, which are both famous products and traditions from this state. These lyrics allude to the image of Johnny Cash as a country and folk artist who often spoke about American values and cultural landmarks, just like Kid Rock is doing in his song. The lyrics also reference another country music legend Keith Whitley, who was an inspiration for Kid Rock and to whom he pays homage in the song.
Line by Line Meaning
I like the French braids in your hair
I appreciate your hairstyle with French braids
And them faded blue jeans that you wear
I like the blue jeans you wear, even though they are faded
I like to watch you shoot your guns
I enjoy watching you shoot your guns
And I like the way you love having fun, oh baby
I admire the way you enjoy having fun
I like the way you turn me on (Turn me on)
I find it captivating how you turn me on
Just like an old Keith Whitley song
It's like the way you turn me on is reminiscent of how an old Keith Whitley song affects me
I like the way you shake it, work it (Work it baby)
I really like how you move and work your body
Ten out of ten baby you’re perfect (Oh you're perfect baby)
You are a perfect ten to me, baby
You know the sun is shining on Kentucky (On Kentucky)
The sun is shining bright on the state of Kentucky
They’re drinking bourbon by the batch (By the batch)
Lots of people in Kentucky are drinking bourbon in large amounts
I walk that line because you love me
I'm able to stay in line and be a better person because you love me
And I wanna be your Johnny Cash, Johnny Cash
I want to be the one you love and admire like Johnny Cash
I like the way you hold my hand
I really enjoy the way you hold my hand
And play just like my baby grand
The way you play and act with me is similar to someone playing a baby grand piano
I like how you don’t give a damn (Don’t give a damn)
I appreciate that you don't care what others think and just love me for who I am
And love me just the way I am, the way I am
You love me for the person I am, no matter what
That certain smile hey girl you own it (Own it baby)
You have a certain smile that is unique to you and no one else can replicate it
Come lay your head here next to mine (Next to mine)
Please come and lay down next to me and rest your head on my shoulder
You know I cherish every moment (Every single moment)
I hold every single moment we have together dearly
And I love you till the end of time, end of time, end of time
I will love you for eternity, forever and ever
Shining baby
The sun is shining bright, baby
Lay you down in that blue grass
I want to lay you down and make love to you in the blue grass
And I wanna be your Johnny Cash, Johnny Cash
I want to be the one you love and admire like Johnny Cash
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: ROBERT RITCHIE
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Lee Forest
What an artist. I can't believe I never heard this one before. Won't forget it now. Thanks, Kid!
Barbara Sink
It was my first time too Lee, but then again, I really wasn't looking.. it's nice to slow down and focus rather than to be distracted every minute of the day.. ya know what I mean? These devices... etc. Love This Kid
Dianne Rebedew
I will never get tired of this one!!!! I can listen to this over and over again.
Pam S
@what we should know I’m 53 absolutely love him
what we should know
Same here absolutely love it. His music now with the exception of a few lol is much better than his earlier yrs. Shows his maturity has grown. I'm going thru divorce to a narcissist big time and I'm 50 said I'm done. Never again but I couldn't say no to the kid as if that would ever come about anyways 🤣 can dream lol
Pam S
Same ✌️
Dana Mcclain
Me as well...And I do!!!🌼🤍🌼
Karen Perry
61 yrs old, this man, his music, makes my heart melt.
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@LaDonna Kirkland Thanks for the love and support,I so much appreciate it .. I’d like to have more conversation with you!
LaDonna Kirkland
You are so awesome I would love to see you in action. I'm 61 years old ❤ to see you in concert you're music is awesome