Combs, an only child, was born in Charlotte, North Carolina and moved to Asheville, North Carolina at the age of 8. He has been performing as a vocalist since childhood. While attending A. C. Reynolds High School, Combs played football and performed with multiple vocal groups, including performing a solo in the world-renowned Carnegie Hall. Later, he attended Appalachian State University where he worked as a bouncer at a bar before gaining stage time in that same bar. He played his first country music show at the Parthenon Cafe. With less than a month left in his senior year, he dropped out to pursue his country music career. He later moved to Nashville, Tennessee to pursue a career in music.
Combs released his first EP, The Way She Rides, in February 2014. Later that year, he released his second EP, Can I Get an Outlaw. In 2016, Combs' first single, "Hurricane", sold 15,000 copies in its first week, and debuted at #46 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. In November 2015, Combs released his third EP, This One's for You. In late 2016, Combs was named one of Sounds Like Nashville's "Artists to Watch".
Combs signed a deal with Sony Music Nashville, and the debut single from This One's for You, "Hurricane", was re-released on Columbia Nashville. "Hurricane" reached #1 on the country radio airplay chart on May 15, 2017, holding that spot for two weeks.
In June 2017, Combs released his major label debut album, also titled This One's for You on Columbia Nashville and River House Artists. The album reached #1 on Billboard Top Country Albums and #5 on the US Billboard 200 in its first week. The album's second single, "When It Rains It Pours" was released to country radio on June 19, 2017. It reached #1 on the Country Airplay chart in October 2017. The album's third single, "One Number Away" was released to country radio on January 8, 2018. In mid-2018, Combs re-released This One's for You with several bonus tracks, two of which ("She Got the Best of Me" and "Beautiful Crazy") were also issued as singles. "Beautiful Crazy" reached #1 on Country Airplay in February 2019, giving Combs five #1's on the Billboard country chart with his first five singles. The song reached #1 on three additional country charts – Hot Country Songs, Country Streaming Songs, and Country Digital Song Sales.
On June 11, 2019 he was invited to become the newest member of the Grand Ole Opry.
In August 2019, This One's for You spent its 44th week at #1 on Top Country Albums, setting the record for the longest reign at the top of that chart by a male artist.
His second album What You See Is What You Get was released on November 8, 2019. The album has charted the singles "Beer Never Broke My Heart", "Even Though I'm Leaving", and "Does to Me", a duet with Eric Church.
In May 2020, Combs released the studio single "Six Feet Apart". This single quickly became popular to listeners as it illustrated the challenges of life during the COVID-19 pandemic. In June 2020, Combs confirmed his next single would be Lovin' on You, which was released on both his second album and the EP The Prequel, which predated the album.
Combs announced a deluxe version of What You See Is What You Get, titled What You See Ain't Always What You Get, with five new songs; it was released on October 23, 2020. The track "Forever After All" set streaming records in country music on Apple Music and Spotify.
Lonely One
Luke Combs Lyrics
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Seems a little still for 2 P.M
Holler if you need anything
I've got an ear to lend
I'll be right here cuttin' lines
Countin' cash and stockin' beers
I've got an idea what's on your mind
So in the meantime, think on this
I've seen girls like you in here before
Watched broken hearts break
Through that door a time or two
And I'll bet he packed all his things
You set out to curse his name and have a few
And I'll bet you're doin' your best to move on
Well, you're not the only lonely one
This ain't my first rodeo
I've seen the other side of this bar
Pourin' salts on an open wound
Sittin' right there where you are
And I know it probably stings right now
Somehow more than that Jim Bean
But that clock on the wall will cure it all
Even though that ain't how it seems
I've seen girls like you in here before
Watched broken hearts break
Through that door a time or two
And I'll bet he packed all his things
You set out to curse his name and have a few
And I'll bet you're doin' your best to move on
Well, you're not the only lonely one
I've seen 'em come, I've seen 'em go
Girl, you ain't in this thing alone
Oh no, oh no
I've seen girls like you in here before
Watched broken hearts break
Through that door a time or two
And I'll bet he packed all his things
You set out to curse his name and have a few
And I'll bet you're doin' your best to move on
Well, you're not the only lonely one
No, you're not the only lonely one
The song "Lonely One" by Luke Combs is a story about a girl who walks into a bar at 2 PM, looking lost and lonely. The singer, a bartender, notices her and offers to listen if she needs someone to talk to. He reveals that he has seen girls like her come into the bar before, with broken hearts and trying to move on. He empathizes with her pain and tells her that she is not the only lonely one, that he has been where she is and that he knows that the clock on the wall will eventually cure everything, even though it may not seem like it now.
The first verse sets the scene and introduces the singer in his role as bartender. He is observant and empathetic, noticing the girl's mood and offering his ear if she needs someone to listen. The second verse reveals that the singer has been in the girl's position before, sitting where she is now, nursing his own broken heart. The chorus repeats the message that the girl is not alone in her grief and that the singer has seen others like her before.
The song's narrative is simple and straightforward, but it is written with an attention to detail that brings the characters to life. The lyrics are relatable and universal, capturing the pain of heartbreak and the comfort that can come from connecting with someone who has been through the same thing. Overall, "Lonely One" is a poignant and heartfelt song that speaks to the human experience of love and loss.
Line by Line Meaning
Honey, how's that drink goin' down
How are you handling your emotions right now, especially while drinking?
Seems a little still for 2 P.M
Drinking this early in the day might suggest a few things going on in your life.
Holler if you need anything
I'm here to help and willing to listen to anything you need to say.
I've got an ear to lend
You can trust me to be a good listener who understands your situation.
I'll be right here cuttin' lines
I'll be working and doing my job, but I'm still here for you.
Countin' cash and stockin' beers
I'll be busy, but I'm aware of your presence and can offer some insight.
I've got an idea what's on your mind
I've been in a similar position and can probably relate to what you're feeling.
So in the meantime, think on this
Take a moment to reflect on what I'm about to say.
I've seen girls like you in here before
I've encountered women going through similar struggles in this bar.
Watched broken hearts break
I've seen people hurt by others and struggling to move on.
Through that door a time or two
I've seen people come in and out of this place dealing with similar issues.
And I'll bet he packed all his things
I'm guessing your ex-boyfriend has left and taken his belongings with him, which is tough.
You set out to curse his name and have a few
You're probably feeling angry and want to drink to forget or take revenge, which is understandable.
And I'll bet you're doin' your best to move on
You're trying to overcome this tough time, but it's not easy.
Well, you're not the only lonely one
You're not alone in your pain and others have gone through the same.
This ain't my first rodeo
I've dealt with situations like this before.
I've seen the other side of this bar
I've been on the customer's side before and know what it's like.
Pourin' salts on an open wound
Drinking to try to alleviate the pain, but it might actually make things worse.
Sittin' right there where you are
I understand what you're going through and can relate to it.
And I know it probably stings right now
I realize that the present situation is painful and hard to deal with.
Somehow more than that Jim Bean
Sometimes the pain of heartbreak is worse than any physical pain.
But that clock on the wall will cure it all
Time really does heal all wounds, even though it might not feel that way right now.
Even though that ain't how it seems
It feels impossible that time will heal the wounds, but it will eventually.
I've seen 'em come, I've seen 'em go
People come and go from this bar all the time, dealing with similar issues.
Girl, you ain't in this thing alone
You're not the only one going through pain and heartbreak, and there is support available.
No, you're not the only lonely one
The feeling of loneliness is common and there are others going through the same.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Luke Combs, Erin Ashley O'Keefe, Drew Parker
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Dollan12
I'm black and tbh I get tired of hip hop all the time. Sometimes I just want to hear some chill country like this man. Good music right here
@zaneevers4664
BossDollar260 same
@Hickgolf1
BossDollar260 what does black have to do with anything haha. You're American buddy, all that matters.
@Dollan12
Well u know what people say I'm. Black and I shouldn't be listening to white music
@ncredleg9971
those people are idiots .
@sarahbentz3387
BossDollar260 yea im black too and people expect me to listen to rap and rnb but i love country, and white people will never understand i guess. im glad to know someone like you is also listening god bless
@predatorshelby5780
Luke Combs converted me from hip hop to straight country. Appreciate it from a new fan!!!!
@sydneykilgore3383
Jory Lafountain I can soooo relate!!!
@olivia7192
My boyfriend makes hip hop so much fun
he loves country too
He’s more country than he knows I think lol
Atlanta shout out
@alexandramiller6589
Same here! Love his music