The band signed with Capitol Records and scored a Top 20 hit with their first single, "Leona," in 1984. That success was quickly followed by their first #1 hit, "Step That Step". The band had their ups and downs on the charts throughout the 1980s. But radio success was not really Sawyer Brown's strong suit. It never was. Rather, they have been successful due to their live performances. Fans flock to the band's concerts year after year, whether the band performs in a stadium, state fair, or casino. The live shows, more than anything, sustained the band until 1989's remake of the George Jones hit "The Race Is On" put them back near the top of the charts.
In 1991, after the release of their album Buick, guitarist Bobby Randall left the group to remain close to his family and host a short-lived TV talent show, You Can Be A Star. Duncan Cameron, formerly of The Amazing Rhythm Aces, was chosen as his replacement just as Sawyer Brown was about to become country music's "it" band. The band then switched labels, moving to Curb Records and releasing the albums The Dirt Road, Cafe On The Corner, and Outskirts Of Town, which saw hit after hit for the band in the early to mid-'90s.
Sawyer Brown was all over country music radio and television for much of the decade. After 1999's Top 10 hit "Drive Me Wild," however, the country music industry seemed to forget about Sawyer Brown in favor of newer acts like Tim McGraw, Rascal Flatts, Toby Keith, Kenny Chesney, and Keith Urban.
The band was having ups and downs in the charts again – mostly downs. In 2003, they parted with Curb, their record label of eleven years, and signed with Lyric Street Records. They released one single, "I'll Be Around", and then left Lyric Street as well. In 2004, they re-signed with Curb, but Duncan Cameron decided to leave the group to pursue a life-long dream of flying for Southwest Airlines.
Guitarist Shayne Hill was added to the lineup as they prepared for the release of their 20th album, Mission Temple Fireworks Stand. While Sawyer Brown is still looking to reclaim the top of the charts, their live shows continue to keep the band going strong.
Shakin'
Sawyer Brown Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
She has got the move but she don't go too far
Shock and shiver, quake and quiver
She'll deliver when you're with her, yeah, uh huh
Spinning like a top, rolling with a rock
Start her up and she don't stop
She's shakin', she's shakin'
She's shakin', shakin in her shoes
And breakin', breakin' hearts to it
Makin' all the news tonight
And she's wakin', wakin' out the town
And I'm achin', achin' up and down
'Cause she's shakin'
With her shoes tonight
When she's on the street
Heads are turnin' 'round
The girls don't ever speak
But the boys all gather 'round
When she's hoppin'
She keeps poppin'
Can't quit rockin'
Ain't no stoppin' now, uh huh
Up and down the block, keepin' hearts a pop
Makes us crazy round the clock
She's shakin', she's shakin'
She's shakin' shakin' in her shoes
And breakin', breakin' hearts to it
And makin' out the news tonight
She's wakin', wakin' out the town
And I'm achin', achin' up and down
'Cause she's shakin', shakin'
With her shoes tonight
Oh, up and down the block
Keepin' hearts a pop
Makes us crazy round the clock
She's shakin', she's shakin'
She's shakin', shakin' in her shoes
And breakin', breakin' hearts to it
And makin' all the news tonight
She's wakin', wakin' up the town
And I'm achin', achin' up and down
'Cause she's shakin', shakin'
In her shoes tonight
Ooh she's shakin', oh she's shakin'
Ooh she's shakin', shakin' in her shoes
Ooh she's shakin', ooh she's shakin'
The song "Shakin'" by Sawyer Brown is a catchy and upbeat tune that describes a woman who has all the right moves and keeps everyone around her on their toes. The lyrics suggest that she has a powerful, magnetic effect on those around her, leaving them awestruck and even a little bit dazed. The singer is clearly smitten with her and is both impressed and intimidated by her confidence and prowess.
The lyrics are filled with vivid imagery that helps to bring the story to life. Lines like "spinning like a top" and "rolling with a rock" paint a picture of a woman who is always in motion and hard to keep up with. The chorus, which emphasizes her shaking and breaking hearts, adds to the overall sense of excitement and energy.
Overall, "Shakin'" is a fun and playful song that captures the thrill of being around someone who makes you feel alive and energized. The upbeat tempo and catchy melody make it a crowd-pleaser for anyone who loves a good dance tune.
Line by Line Meaning
She has got the swing, alike in my backyard
She has a natural rhythm in her movement like a swing in my backyard
She has got the move but she don't go too far
She knows how to move but doesn't go over the top with it
Shock and shiver, quake and quiver
Her dancing causes shock and shiver and makes your heart quake and quiver
She'll deliver when you're with her, yeah, uh huh
She'll give you an unforgettable experience when you're with her
Spinning like a top, rolling with a rock
She's spinning around like a top and moving with the rhythm of the music
Start her up and she don't stop
Once she starts dancing, she doesn't stop
She's shakin', she's shakin'
She's dancing and making everyone around her shake
She's shakin', shakin in her shoes
Her dancing is so intense that even her shoes are shaking
And breakin', breakin' hearts to it
She's breaking people's hearts with her attractive dance moves
Makin' all the news tonight
Her dancing is so captivating that it's making the news
And she's wakin', wakin' out the town
She's making the whole town come alive with her dancing
And I'm achin', achin' up and down
Her dancing is making him ache with longing and excitement
'Cause she's shakin'
Her dancing is the reason for all the excitement and attention she's getting
When she's on the street
People notice her when she's out and about
Heads are turnin' 'round
People can't resist turning their heads to see her dance
The girls don't ever speak
Even other girls are captivated by her dance moves
But the boys all gather 'round
Boys can't resist gathering around her when she's dancing
When she's hoppin'
When she's dancing energetically
She keeps poppin'
She keeps moving and showing off her dance skills
Can't quit rockin'
She's always on the move and dancing non-stop
Ain't no stoppin' now, uh huh
She's so into her dancing that she can't stop now
Up and down the block, keepin' hearts a pop
Her dancing is keeping hearts pumping up and down the block
Makes us crazy round the clock
Her dancing is making everyone go crazy around the clock
She's shakin', she's shakin'
She's dancing and making everyone around her shake
Ooh she's shakin', oh she's shakin'
The excitement and energy she's bringing is palpable
Lyrics © Capitol CMG Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MARK MILLER, RANDY SCRUGGS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Randy Miller
I saw an interview on the TNN NETWORK years ago after Sawyer Brown had a few hit song.
Whoever was interviewing Mark asked him about his constant dancing in their videos & concerts.
Mark said he picked up all the dancing from his childhood church he grew up in. He said he grew up in a Pentecostal church.
I was raised in the Pentecostal faith & can relate to this.
I have attended many Pentecostal churches & I love them all...I love the freedom the Pentecostal congregation has...to dance around, to yell, to shout, to worship LIVELY!!!
Much love from Mobile Alabama.
Cheyenne Westlake
Thank you so much for posting these videos! I remember watching them when I was little - my parents have followed Sawyer Brown since Star Search and they will always be my favorite band! I saw them last night and they still put on one of the best shows!
Fortnite Chatter Item Shop Content
Saw them in concert in '85. Miller is unbelievable
raynewolfe43
Miller can move like no one else!!!!! He needs to be on Dancing With The Stars!!!!
HOPE
I would love to sing this song with these guys, if I ever run into them again... it's been, god... early 90s
Brett Gardner
I listened to Sawyer Brown when I was a kid and I am 38 now and still listening to there music
Robbie Porter
I bought all their albums in 80's still love them!! 16 then 40 something now (lol)!!! 😁😁
Shelley Jones
They are the best country band out there even 20 plus years later!!!!!
Dave Wollenberg
SB hit #15 in Billboard, 7-12-86. God bless you, brother Mark Miller! Thanx, friend, for postin' it. Have a blessed week!
Darla Alonzo
Got to meet them in 1999 back stage at Cerritos Performing Arts Center in California. Nicest guys you will ever want to meet. My sister and our daughters and I had taken my 91 year old grandmother to see them perform and she clapped her hands and knee-slapped her leg like she was in her 20's again. I will always remember this night. Each of the guys greeted her warmly and shook her hand and she asked Mark if she could kiss his bald head and he let her. Just made her day. She had watched and cheered them on through their journey on Star Search with Ed McMahon and we would call each other after every show. You never heard such shouts for joy and jumping up and down when they Won!!! We love these guys!