Phil’s path toward a country music career began in a childhood molded by two equally strong influences. The first was the ministry, which had shaped both sides of his family for generations. The other was music. Phil grew up singing in church and later became a member of the prestigious Lee Singers.
Intending to pursue a career in music after graduating from college, Phil was compelled to join the Navy after the attacks of September 11.
While stationed in Jacksonville, FL as lead singer of the Navy Band Southeast, he performed music by Garth Brooks, George Strait, Tim McGraw, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye and James Taylor, a rounding out of tastes that served him well when he finally hit Idol. Then, with Country Week, it all came full circle. "Randy said, 'Dude, you're gonna have a big career in country,' and that was the night even Simon agreed," he says. "And I was thinking, 'Thank God, because this is me. I'm finally getting to do something I love to do.'"
After the 55-city Idol tour wrapped in September 2007, Phil immediately re-enlisted in the Naval Reserves. He moved his family to Nashville, signed with Lyric Street Records, and began recording his debut album with producer Wayne Kirkpatrick.
The music they’ve recorded will give listeners a look at a man who comes into his own with a hard-won maturity and self-knowledge. "I feel my job as a singer," he says, "is part of my job as a human being. I'm supposed to be touching other people's lives, doing the best I can to be a positive force in the world."
Round Here
Phil Stacey Lyrics
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Put him down
Lost his voice
But he stood his ground
Wrote him off
Forgot him name
But he beat 'em all
CHORUS:
He said - Don't know where you come from
But I ain't scared of a good fight
I don't tuck my tail and run
Don't know where you've been too
I might not say what you want to hear
Unless you want to hear the truth
Hold my head high, face my fears
Say a prayer to the Good Lord
This is how we do it 'round here
This is how we do it 'round here
When times were tough
So was he
Hard to quit
When you still believe
He pushed on
Against the wind
He fell down
But he'd get up again
CHORUS:
He said - Don't know where you come from
But I ain't scared of a good fight
I don't tuck my tail and run
Don't know where you've been too
I might not say what you want to hear
Unless you want to hear the truth
Hold my head high, face my fears
Say a prayer to the Good Lord
This is how we do it 'round here
This is how we do it 'round here
Our will is tried in the dark of the night
You give it up or you give it all
It ain't the size of the dog in the fight
It's the size of the fight in the dog
If there's a truth left to be found
You know you can't keep a good man down
Chorus:
Don't know where you come from
We ain't scared of a good fight
We don't tuck our tails and run
Don't know where you've been to
We might not say what you want to hear
Unless you want to hear the truth
Hold our heads high, face our fears
Say a prayer to the Good Lord
This is how we do it 'round here
This is how we do it 'round here
'Round here - yeah
The lyrics to Phil Stacey's song "Round Here" depict a man who has faced adversity but refused to give up. The first verse refers to people who had written him off and forgotten his name, but he did not let that defeat him. He was strong enough to stand his ground and push forward, even when it seemed like the odds were against him. The chorus emphasizes his resilience and determination, stating that he is not afraid of a good fight and will not back down. He chooses to speak the truth, even when it may be difficult to hear, and face his fears head-on. The second verse further emphasizes his unwavering spirit, even in tough times. He remained tenacious in his beliefs and pursuits and was willing to overcome any obstacles in his way. The final lyrics suggest that his willpower is strengthened by his faith in a higher power, as he says a prayer to the Good Lord before continuing to live his life on his own terms.
Overall, Phil Stacey's "Round Here" is a powerful anthem of perseverance and resilience against life's hardships. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a man who refuses to give up, despite the obstacles in his path. The chorus is particularly memorable, as it encourages listeners to face their own fears and pursue their dreams relentlessly.
Line by Line Meaning
They washed him up
He was beaten down and lost, but then someone helped him back up.
Put him down
He was brought back to his low and unforgotten state.
Lost his voice
He was silenced and faded, but still present with determination.
But he stood his ground
Despite being set back, he remained steadfast and unyielding.
Wrote him off
People forgot about him and didn't consider him a contender anymore.
Forgot his name
He was so easily dismissed and disregarded that people didn't even remember his identity.
But he beat 'em all
Against all odds, he triumphed over those who underestimated him.
And never played their game
He didn't conform to others' expectations or play by their rules.
He said - Don't know where you come from
He is uncertain about the origin of the person he is addressing.
But I ain't scared of a good fight
He's not afraid of confrontation and is willing to face any challenge.
I don't tuck my tail and run
He refuses to shy away or back down from adversity.
Don't know where you've been too
He is unaware of the other person's past experiences.
I might not say what you want to hear
He may not communicate what the other person desires or expects.
Unless you want to hear the truth
He speaks only candor and authenticity.
Hold my head high, face my fears
He persists despite any anxiety or apprehension.
Say a prayer to the Good Lord
He seeks guidance and support from a higher power.
This is how we do it 'round here
His way of life is to confront obstacles head on, with strength and dignity.
When times were tough
During difficult periods.
So was he
He was equally determined in challenging times.
Hard to quit
He refused to back down or give up.
When you still believe
When one's beliefs remain resilient, there is hope.
He pushed on
He persevered.
Against the wind
He confronted challenges head on, even those that seemed insurmountable.
He fell down
He suffered setbacks and disappointments.
But he'd get up again
He would brush himself off, recover, and continue battling.
Our will is tried in the dark of the night
Our determination is tested during difficult times.
You give it up or you give it all
One can surrender or give it everything they have.
It ain't the size of the dog in the fight
What matters is not the physical strength but rather one's inner strength and tenacity.
It's the size of the fight in the dog
One's determination and willpower are more important than their physical size or power.
If there's a truth left to be found
If there is something to be revealed or learned.
You know you can't keep a good man down
A resilient person cannot be defeated by adversity.
We don't tuck our tails and run
Collectively, they refuse to back down from anything.
Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JIMI WESTBROOK, KAREN FAIRCHILD, KIMBERLY ROADS, KIMBERLY SCHLAPMAN, KIMBERLY B. ROADS, PHILLIP SWEET, WAYNE KIRKPATRICK
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