Signed to DreamWorks Records Nashville in 1998, Keith released his breakthrough single "How Do You Like Me Now?!" in late 1999. This song, the title track to his 1999 album of the same name, was the #1 country song of 2000, and one of several chart-toppers during his tenure on DreamWorks Nashville. His next three albums, Pull My Chain, Unleashed, and Shock'n Y'all, produced three more #1's each, and all of the albums were certified 4× Platinum. A second Greatest Hits package followed in 2004, and after that, he released Honkytonk University.
When DreamWorks closed in 2005, Keith founded the label Show Dog Nashville, which merged with Universal South Records to become Show Dog-Universal Music in December 2009. He has released ten studio albums through Show Dog/Show Dog-Universal: 2006's White Trash with Money, 2007's Big Dog Daddy, 2008's That Don't Make Me a Bad Guy, 2009's American Ride, 2010's Bullets in the Gun, 2011's Clancy's Tavern, 2012's Hope on the Rocks, 2013's Drinks After Work, 2015's 35 MPH Town, 2017's The Bus Songs, and 2021's Peso in My Pocket, as well as the compilation 35 Biggest Hits in 2008. Keith also made his acting debut in 2006, starring in the film Broken Bridges, and co-starred with comedian Rodney Carrington in the 2008 film Beer for My Horses, inspired by his song of the same name. On February 5th, 2024, Toby passed away from a 3 year battle with Stomach Cancer.
God Love Her
Toby Keith Lyrics
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Washed in the blood
And raised on the banks
Of the Mississippi mud
She always had a thing
About fallin' in love with a bad boy
Yeah, they could see it all comin'
She'd grow up that fast
You know what I mean
The way a girl gets
When she turns 17
Kinda crazy
She's a rebel child
And a preacher's daughter
She was baptized in dirty water
Her mama cried the first time
They caught her with me
They knew they couldn't stop her
She holds tight to me and the Bible
On the back seat of my motorcycle
Left her daddy standin' there
Preachin' to the choir
You see, God love her
Oh me and God love her
She kissed her mama goodbye
Said I'll be sure 'n phone ya
She called from a truck stop
In Tucson Arizona
With amazing grace
We made California line
And then my gypsy life
Started takin' it's toll
And the fast lane got empty
And out of control
And just like an angel
She saved my soul from the devil
Yeah she's a rebel child
And a preacher's daughter
She was baptized in dirty water
Her mama cried the first time
They caught her with me
They knew they couldn't stop her
She holds tight to me and the Bible
On the back seat of my motorcycle
Left her daddy standin' there
Preachin' to the choir
You see, God love her
Oh me and God love her
She holds tight to me and the Bible
On the back seat of my motorcycle
Left her daddy standin' there
Preachin' to the choir
You see, God love her
Oh me and God love her
God love her
Me and God love her
The lyrics to Toby Keith's song "God Love Her" tells a story of a rebellious preacher's daughter who falls in love with a bad boy. Born and raised in the South, she was baptized in dirty water and raised on the Mississippi mud. She was a wild child, crazy and fearless. Her father never believed she would grow up so fast. At the age of 17, she had fallen in love with a bad boy - something she always had a thing for.
The girl in the song is a rebel in many ways. She rebels against her father's wishes and falls in love with someone whom they know is bad news. However, she also holds onto her faith and the Bible, which is evident when she holds tight to them on the back seat of her lover's motorcycle. The song suggests that God loves her despite her rebellious nature, and that her faith helps her to overcome the challenges she faces.
This song is a tribute to women who are independent, rebellious, and strong in their faith. It celebrates the spirit of freedom and the courage to go against the norm. It also acknowledges the struggles that women face in a world that often tries to control and limit them. In the end, the song suggests that love can conquer all, even the most rebellious of hearts.
Line by Line Meaning
Just a girl born in Dixie
She was a simple girl born in the South.
Washed in the blood
She had been baptized and had accepted her faith.
And raised on the banks
She grew up on the shores of the Mississippi River.
Of the Mississippi mud
She was a southern belle, with dirt on her boots and mud on her dress.
She always had a thing
She had a taste for something out of the ordinary.
About fallin' in love with a bad boy
She was drawn to the danger and excitement of a rebellious guy.
Yeah, they could see it all comin'
Everyone could tell what would happen.
But her daddy never dreamed
Her father never imagined it would be so soon.
She'd grow up that fast
She would reach adulthood quickly.
You know what I mean
It happened sooner than anyone expected.
The way a girl gets
She was a typical girl at that age.
When she turns 17
It was right around the time she became an adult.
Kinda crazy
She was acting wild and out of control.
She's a rebel child
She was rebellious and did not conform to societal norms.
And a preacher's daughter
Despite being non-conformist, she still held on to her faith.
She was baptized in dirty water
Her baptism was not traditional, but still important to her.
Her mama cried the first time
Her mother was upset when she learned of her daughter's relationship.
They caught her with me
She was caught with a bad boy, which caused tension at home.
They knew they couldn't stop her
The parents were unable to control their daughter's choices.
She holds tight to me and the Bible
She found comfort in her relationship with her boyfriend and her faith.
On the back seat of my motorcycle
They took off on an adventure of their own on his motorcycle.
Left her daddy standin' there
Her father was left behind, unable to convince her to make a different choice.
Preachin' to the choir
Her father was talking to his congregation, who already shared his beliefs.
You see, God love her
Despite her actions, she was still loved by her faith and community.
Oh me and God love her
She has support and love from her boyfriend and her faith.
She kissed her mama goodbye
She left home on good terms with her mother.
Said I'll be sure 'n phone ya
She promised to stay in touch.
She called from a truck stop
She kept her promise and reached out from the road.
In Tucson Arizona
She was far from home and continuing her adventure.
With amazing grace
She moved on with her life, relying on her faith to guide her.
We made California line
They made it to the West Coast together.
And then my gypsy life
He was living the life of a wanderer.
Started takin' it's toll
A life of constant travel was catching up with him.
And the fast lane got empty
The excitement of his previous life was wearing off.
And out of control
He was feeling lost and unsure of his direction.
And just like an angel
She appeared to him when he needed it most.
She saved my soul from the devil
She helped him get back on the right path and regain his faith.
God love her
She was a gift from God.
Me and God love her
Despite the ups and downs, they all loved and cared for her.
Lyrics © Franklin Road Music, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Reservoir Media Management, Inc.
Written by: Toby Keith, Vicki McGeehee
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@brittanystack6413
It's February 6, 2024, and Toby Keith is now in heaven.. I used to work at his restaurant and that was when I realized I was basically raised on the music this man made. It's so heartbreaking cancer won, but now he's in Heaven with the good Lord.
@marshmallowweekly8575
Me to I miss him. Many of the people I like are passed and it's sad because it's hard for me to like new people due to my autism so I am missing them more and more
@WandaYarbrough-mx3xf
Love this song .
@matthewjones1002
Cancer didn't win, Heaven wanted a concert ❤
@jaimienichols5649
I still can't believe it
@XMguy
@@marshmallowweekly8575Same. Asperger’s here. Toby fan since 2001.
@imWillJ
" she holds tight to me and the Bible on the backseat of my motorcycle 🏍️ 📖 " , riding through life with God and a cutie is worth more than gold.
@armyofmarcness
Some say God is that cutie❤
@countdee6717
Most of the comments are pretty old. It makes me sad that maybe less and less people are listening to it. I hope this song will still be played 20 years from now, it's just too good to be forgotten.
@countdee6717
@T Marsh-Connors that's nice brother. I just hope the generations to come will still listen to songs like this.