Meghan Linsey originally met Joshua Scott Jones when she was working at a Nashville karaoke bar. Not only did they become a couple but they went on to become the successful Country music duo, Steel Magnolia. The first song the pair wrote together was the break up tune Edge of Goodbye. Speaking with Songfacts.com about the song in a 2011 interview, Joshua said, "It's kind of ironic the first song that we wrote together and it's a breakup song. We keep everything out there. We don't really lie about anything."
After becoming the top winner on Can You Duet, the duo signed a recording contract with Big Machine Records, and released its debut single "Keep On Lovin' You" in August 2009. A second single, "Just By Being You (Halo and Wings)," followed in July 2010.
A chance meeting at a karaoke bar in Nashville's Printers Alley in 2006 led Meghan Linsey and Joshua Scott Jones to form Steel Magnolia, the vocal duo which won the second season of CMT's Can You Duet talent competition. Linsey and Jones' very first vocal collaboration took place that night with an impromptu version of Air Supply's "I'm All Out of Love." A native of Ponchatoula, La., Linsey began performing at an early age. By the time she was 15, she had already opened shows for Toby Keith, Brad Paisley, Travis Tritt, Gary Allan, Blake Shelton and others. Just days after graduating from high school in 2004, she moved to Nashville to pursue a career in music, supporting herself as the host at a local karaoke club. Jones, a singer-songwriter from Charleston, Ill., also began performing at an early age and later moved to Los Angeles, performing at clubs such as the Viper Room, the Knitting Factory and the Lava Lounge. He eventually returned to Illinois for a period of time before relocating to Nashville. As winners of Can You Duet, Steel Magnolia was rewarded with a contract at Big Machine Records, the Nashville-based label whose roster includes Taylor Swift, Jack Ingram, Trisha Yearwood and others.
2) Steel Magnolia are a North Carolina based traditional bluegrass band, who released the album, Something Blue in 2008.
Homespun Love
Steel Magnolia Lyrics
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You spun your spell back a Sunday or two
I ain't never met nobody like the likes of you
Oh, you got me preaching the news
You turned out my road and decided to stay
And I took a like into your smile and your hillbilly way
I got a bonny good feeling
You're the star of the good ol' days
Well, I still remember you came by my trailer
With some chicken legs and some homemade wine
The dogs go to barking when we get to sparking
We almost set the house on fire
I get a bad heave from helping
All the stuff I get a hungerin' for
Honey your homespun love
Keeps me coming back for more
I like the flamingos you stuck in your yard
Oh, and I like the notions
That you stick in my head and my heart
Oh, and how you fix on my car
Well, I reckon I'm lucky
You're the best thing I found so far
I still remember you came by my trailer
With some chicken legs and homemade wine
The dogs go to barking when we get to sparking
We almost set the house on fire
I get a bad heave from helping
All the stuff I get a hungerin' for
Honey your homespun love
Keeps me coming back for more
Honey your homespun love
Keeps me coming back for more
Honey your homespun love
Baby, your homespun love
In “Homespun Love,” Steel Magnolia sings about a deep connection and love that is rooted in the simple pleasures of life. The song tells the story of how the singer met her love in a small town and fell in love with him due to his genuine and authentic nature. The lyrics “You spun your spell back a Sunday or two, I ain't never met nobody like the likes of you” suggest that the singer was initially skeptical of the love interest, but was quickly swept up in his charm and honesty. The line “I reckon I'm lucky, You're the best thing I found so far” further emphasizes the importance of authenticity in a relationship.
The chorus is the most memorable part of the song, and the repetition of the phrase “honey your homespun love keeps me coming back for more” highlights the simple yet profound nature of their relationship. The use of the term “homespun” also carries a deeper meaning, suggesting a simple, country lifestyle that is void of materialism or pretense.
Overall, “Homespun Love” is a romantic and sentimental song that highlights the beauty and importance of finding love in an authentic and genuine setting. It celebrates the simplicity of life and the joy that can be found in the little things.
Line by Line Meaning
Homespun love, yeah
Expressing the joy of a relationship that is natural and simple.
You spun your spell back a Sunday or two
You captured my heart with your charm a little while ago.
I ain't never met nobody like the likes of you
You're unique and unlike anyone I have ever met before.
Oh, you got me preaching the news
I want to tell everyone how amazing you are.
You turned out my road and decided to stay
You came into my life unexpectedly and chose to stay a while.
And I took a like into your smile and your hillbilly way
I fell in love with your smile and your down to earth nature.
Oh, and how you kiss on my face
The way you show affection towards me is incredibly special.
I got a bonny good feeling
I have a strong feeling of happiness and contentment.
You're the star of the good ol' days
You are the one who has made my good old days even better.
Well, I still remember you came by my trailer
I have a vivid memory of when you first came to my home.
With some chicken legs and some homemade wine
You brought me some delicious food and drink that you made yourself.
The dogs go to barking when we get to sparking
Our chemistry is so strong that it causes a reaction in the people and animals around us.
We almost set the house on fire
Our passion is so intense that it felt like there was a fire burning inside of us.
I get a bad heave from helping
I experience nausea and discomfort from indulging in all the delicious foods you cook for me.
All the stuff I get a hungerin' for
I crave all the things you provide for me, from food to love.
Honey your homespun love
Your genuine and natural way of showing affection is so sweet.
Keeps me coming back for more
I can't stay away from you because your love is addictive.
I like the flamingos you stuck in your yard
I enjoy the unique and quirky things you do, like having flamingos in your yard.
Oh, and I like the notions
I enjoy the little ideas and thoughts that you put into my head and make me think about.
That you stick in my head and my heart
The things you do and say stay with me and affect me deeply.
Oh, and how you fix on my car
I appreciate the way you take care of me and my belongings, like fixing my car.
Well, I reckon I'm lucky
I feel fortunate to have you in my life.
Baby, your homespun love
Your affectionate ways, which are simple and natural, are so endearing.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: KEITH LIONEL URBAN, VERNON WAYNE RUST
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