Byrd never intended becoming a singer. Byrd was never in Band or Choir in the Vidor School System. He began studying business at Texas State University (then called Southwest Texas State). One of his friends coaxed him into singing a cover of Hank Williams Sr's "Your Cheating Heart" at a local mall recording studio. The owner of the studio was so impressed with his version that he entered Byrd into a local talent contest. Byrd discovered on that stage that he really liked the attention and applause that came with performing.
Byrd began playing nightclubs in Southeast Texas, including working with then-struggling artist Mark Chesnutt. After Chesnutt secured a record deal, Byrd took over as the house band at Cutters Nightclub in Beaumont, landing his own record deal in 1992. His first three albums sold over 3 million copies.
His first No. 1 single was 1993's "Holdin' Heaven," although "The Keeper of the Stars" (1995) and "I'm From the Country" (1998) are considered his signature songs. Byrd finally scored his second No. 1 hit in the fall of 2002, with "Ten Rounds With Jose Cuervo." He is also known for covering two 1970s-era hits for country music legend Johnny Paycheck -- "Someone to Give My Love To" (1993, Byrd's second chart hit) and "Don't Take Her She's All I Got" (1997).
Byrd is an avid outdoorsman. He began fishing with his grandmother, Mavis Vaughn, when he was only three, and she bought him his first shotgun when he was six. His love of those sports has given him the opportunity to host two shows on the Outdoor Channel.
Byrd is the National Spokesperson for Special Olympics International for the Country Music Association. He developed a crank bait fishing lure marketed by Norman Lures called The Lifestyles Of The Not So Rich & Famous', named after his hit recording of the song written by Byron Hill and Wayne Tester. For every one of the lures sold Byrd donates ten cents to the Special Olympics.
Byrd also hosts an annual golfing/fishing/music event, "The Tracy Byrd Homecoming Weekend," in Southeast Texas to raise money for local charities, including the March of Dimes, the Children's Miracle Network, and culminating in the donation of money to fund the Tracy Byrd Hyperbaric Medicine and Wound Care Center at St. Elizabeth's Hospital in Beaumont. Byrd also raised money by soliciting pledges for his attempt to complete the 2001 Houston Marathon. He finished the marathon, and donated all of his pledges to the Children's Miracle Network.[1]
In 1994, he made a cameo appearance in the film Radioland Murders. He has also published Eat Like a Byrd: The Tracy Byrd Cookbook which "uses rubs and marinades to create memorable meals."[2]. He has also launched a line of spices, rubs, and marinades to go along with it, called "Tracy Byrd's Tiny Town Products." These are available at Wal-Mart and Kroger stores, Byrd donates five cents from each sale to the Children's Miracle Network.
Byrd and his wife, Michelle, have two sons and daughter. The family lives in Beaumont, Texas.
Right About Now
Tracy Byrd Lyrics
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Slippin' on her gown, wishin' I was there
She just hates these lonely nights when I'm gone
Right about now she's turnin' back the sheets
Asking God to watch over me
She'd never dream what I'm thinkin' about right about now
Right about now temptation's knockin' on my door
I can hear the devil whisper, Go ahead, she'll never find out.
But, if I did her wrong I could never feel right about now
Right about now she's reachin' for the phone
She knows it's me calling home
I can almost see the smile on her face
Right about now if she only knew
What a lonely man could do
It would break her heart in two right about now
Right about now temptation's knockin' on my door
I'm one step away from doin' what I've never done before
I can hear the devil whisper, Go ahead, she'll never find out.
But, if I did her wrong I could never feel right about now
The lyrics to Tracy Byrd's song "Right About Now" paint a vivid picture of a man who is away from his partner and grappling with temptation. While he imagines his partner at home, "brushin' her hair" and "slippin' on her gown," he is struggling to resist the allure of potential infidelity. He describes the sensation of temptation as a physical presence, personified by the devil whispering in his ear. However, even as he contemplates betrayal, he is haunted by the fear of what would happen if his partner found out. He knows that if he betrayed her, he would never be able to feel right about himself again.
This song is essentially a meditation on the complexities of trust and commitment in a relationship. It captures the intense emotions that can arise when two people are separated, especially if one or both of them are struggling with feelings of loneliness or desire. It also illustrates the way that temptation can be both seductive and destructive, and the importance of staying true to one's values even in the face of difficult choices.
Overall, "Right About Now" is a powerful and affecting song that speaks to the challenges that many couples face when they're apart. Its lyrics are rich with emotion and nuance, and its themes will likely resonate with anyone who has grappled with temptation or doubt in a relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
Right about now she's brushin' her hair
At this moment, the woman I love is grooming herself, hoping that I'm there with her.
Slippin' on her gown, wishin' I was there
She's wearing her nightgown, missing my presence beside her, and longing for the comfort that I provide.
She just hates these lonely nights when I'm gone
It's challenging for her to handle the solitary evenings when I'm not with her, and it's hard on her emotionally.
Right about now she's turnin' back the sheets
She's pulling back the covers on the bed and preparing it to rest, hoping that I'm there soon.
Asking God to watch over me
She's praying that I'm protected and safe while I'm away from her.
She'd never dream what I'm thinkin' about right about now
She wouldn't imagine the impure thoughts that are circulating in my head right now, jeopardizing our relationship.
Right about now temptation's knockin' on my door
At this time, I'm enticed by something unethical, and I'm considering partaking in it.
I'm one step away from doin' what I've never done before
I'm on the brink of engaging in something that I know is morally wrong, and I've never acted upon this inclination before.
I can hear the devil whisper, Go ahead, she'll never find out.
The Devil is tempting me to commit the sin by presenting the notion that I won't get caught, and I should just do it.
But, if I did her wrong I could never feel right about now
If I betrayed the woman I love, I wouldn't be able to live with the guilt and remorse, even at this moment when I'm being tempted.
Right about now she's reachin' for the phone
She's stretching for the telephone, anticipating my call and connection.
She knows it's me calling home
She understands that it's me who's calling, and she's happy and relieved to hear from me.
I can almost see the smile on her face
It's an imaginary situation, but I can visualize the joy reflected on her countenance when she hears my voice.
Right about now if she only knew
If only she knew the temptation on my mind, it would break her heart and ruin our relationship.
What a lonely man could do
She wouldn't fathom the extent that a solitary man could yield to the temptation of desire and sin.
It would break her heart in two right about now
If she discovered my betrayal, it would shatter her heart at this moment and decompose the bond we share.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: JOY SWINEA, TONI DAE
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Taylor
on Watermelon Crawl
im not even gonna lie, i dont even like country music, but this song got me changin' my mind!!!!