She released her self-titled debut in 1987, and released "Mountain Soul II" on September 29, 2009.
Following throat surgery to repair her vocal chords, she released the album Only What I Feel in 1993 to the best reviews of her career and won multiple awards.
Patty Loveless has been one of the most popular country singers. According to her website, as of 2019 she has had 21 album releases, including 4 that went platinum and 3 that went gold, and nine #1 hits.
The Boys Are Back In Town
Patty Loveless Lyrics
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Hear the news that's coming down.
The ships are in and the sails are down.
The boys are back in town.
Get your skirts down off the rack.
The boys are in and the boys are back
And no time now for takin' slack.
The boys are back in town.
Well the boys are back in town.
Your true love can be found.
Gather round the old playground.
The boys are back in town.
They've been gone for quite a while.
Man it's good to see 'em smile
Now they're loaded up on style.
The boys are back in town.
Come in the house, get out of the cold.
See 'em coming down the road.
Gonna raise some hell â??cause don't you know.
The boys are back in town
Well the boys are back in town.
Your true love can be found.
Gather round the old playground.
The boys are back in town.
Well the boys are back in town.
Your true love can be found.
Gather round the old playground.
The boys are back in town.
The lyrics of Patty Loveless's song "The Boys Are Back in Town" are an enthusiastic call to action for all the ladies to gather round and celebrate the return of the boys who have been away for a while. The joyful news that the ships are in and the sails have been put down creates an atmosphere of excitement, and the upbeat tone of the song sets the stage for a reunion full of fun and shenanigans. The lyrics urge that there is no time for taking slack and that everyone should get their skirts off the rack because the boys are back in town. The joy of having them back can be felt in every line of the song.
The next part of the song speaks of the boys in a way that hints at a long and perhaps hard journey they had been on, and now that they're home, it's time to enjoy life and let loose. The central message of the song is that the boys are back, and everyone needs to gather around the old playground, where they will be able to find their true love. The lyrics note that everyone should come inside, get out of the cold, and prepare to raise some hell, for the boys are indeed back in town.
Line by Line Meaning
Gather round ladies, Gather round.
Attention all women, join me as I share some exciting news.
Hear the news that's coming down.
Listen closely as I reveal the latest information.
The ships are in and the sails are down.
The men have returned from their voyage and are ready to dock.
The boys are back in town.
The men have returned to their hometown and are ready to have some fun.
Get your skirts down off the rack.
Ladies, it's time to dress up and look your best for the arrival of these men.
The boys are in and the boys are back
The men are here and they have returned from being away.
And no time now for takin' slack.
There's no time to waste, it's time to party and have fun.
Well the boys are back in town.
The men have arrived to their hometown and are ready to have some fun.
Your true love can be found.
If you're seeking love, now is the time when these men are around.
Gather round the old playground.
Come together to the usual spots where these men would hangout and make memories.
They've been gone for quite a while.
These men have been away for an extended period of time.
Man it's good to see 'em smile
It's heartwarming to see these men happy and reunited with their loved ones.
Now they're loaded up on style.
These men have returned with vigor and lively energy, flaunting their style.
Come in the house, get out of the cold.
Everyone's invited to come indoors and get comfortable to enjoy these men's company.
See 'em coming down the road.
Get excited and prepare to welcome these men as they approach the town.
Gonna raise some hell â??cause don't you know.
The men are intending to have a wild and fun time, you shouldn't be surprised.
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Written by: Don Humphries, Pat Enright, Stuart Duncan
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Bruce Schorr
Love the whole CD this is on, every track is a hit!
LoneWolf Patriot
The 2 greatest voices to ever come out of bluegrass. Patty and Allison. I've loved Patty Loveless' voice and sound for over 3 decades. A true gift to country and bluegrass. Her voice gets better and she grows more beautiful with age.
Dennis Nowack
Dont forget Carmella Ramsey!
Jerry Meredith
Two great voices,I've had the pleasure of meeting Patty,growing up,only a few mile from her!Allison,met her in her early years,when she traveled the bluegrass circuit with the Cox family!
Jason Runyon
What was Patty Loveless like?? Was she as nice as she seems? I was born in Pike County Ky.
Piya Biswas
Love it.
Dartgame 340
That's a powerful lineup on the stage.
Terry Barnes
That little mischievous grin on Patty’s face when she sings “gonna raise some hell cause don’t you know” is priceless!
Donna Allen
My daddy wrote this. So proud of him. Love you daddy.❤️
PCS
@ctjim1025 part of her southern charm and we could use a lot more these days