Upchurch created Upchurch the Redneck with his friend Shade Glover and began uploading videos to YouTube.[2] He released an extended play, Cheatham County, in 2015, followed by a full-length album, Heart of America, in 2016.[2] Both releases reached the top 30 of the Billboard Top Country Albums chart.[3] Heart of America sold 1,300 copies in its first week of release.[4]
The second full-length album, Chicken Willie, was released in August 2016. It reached No. 22 on Billboard's Top Country Albums and No. 11 on the Rap Albums charts, selling 2,800 copies in the first week.[5] In 2017 Upchurch released another EP titled Summer Love, which is completely country-oriented, with no elements of rap music; and another studio album titled Son of the South. Summer Love debuted at No. 33 in the Top Country Albums chart with 3,700 copies sold, while Son of the South debuted at No. 29 with 48,100 copies sold.[6]
Upchurch's fifth studio album, King of Dixie, was released on November 10, 2017, and features 19 tracks. Upchurch's first rock album, Creeker, was released on April 20 which was focused on rock with few rap elements. His August 2018 release, Supernatural, a rap-focused album with some country elements, peaked at No. 6 on Billboard's Top Country Albums. His December 2018 album, River Rat, peaked at No. 21.
Upchurch released his first album of 2019, Creeker 2 in April. Creeker 2 featured songs such as Gassed Up, and Hillbilly Psycho along with 8 others. He would release Parachute 5 months later on September 24. This album was his first to billboard at Number One in Google Play Music and Itunes. It would climb to sixth on the actual Billboard Charts.
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Upchurch Lyrics
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Fog all on my windshield
Smack that dash to play the radio
(Wheels) Met my first love in a Chevrolet
Shootin' bullshit with my buddies
Parked down by a river bank
(Wheels) And I'm only gainin' miles in life
Heartbeat of America just make sure
(Wheels) Ro-rollin' up in something
Junk or nice
Still gon' be that same dude raised up
On that good old southern pride
I've been the same dude since day one
I ain't gon' change backwoods boy
Brought up only on them southern ways
(Southern ways) used to skip school
In the front and out the back
In the woods with a box of bullets and
A deer stand sippin' dew and Jack
Won't ever look back, I love my life
If I could I'd probably live it twice
'Shine in the toolbox, sittin' on ice
Bonfire with a belt like twenty foot high
Gasoline in my veins, success in my sight
Straight pipes on a small block 305
And I'm straight tatted up, got
That black on white, won't start no shit but
I'll finish two fights
Goddang (Goddang) and this country trend is fabricated (Fabricated)
And being famous is imaginated (Imaginated)
Well for me it ain't no problem
I got famous folks in my iPhone
One click and I could call 'em
(Wheels) All I know is runnin' windy roads
Fog all on my windshield
Smack that dash to play the radio
(Wheels) Met my first love in a Chevrolet
Shootin' bullshit with my buddies
Parked down by a river bank
(Wheels) And I'm only gainin' miles in life
Heartbeat of America just make sure
That you drive 'em right
(Wheels) Ro-rollin' up in something
Junk or nice
Still gon' be that same dude raised up
On that good old southern pride
Like 6 o'clock on a Friday night
I just acquired me a little buzz
See not everybody has nice things in
This small-ass town I'm comin' from
I got a new truck, I got
New jeans, I got new boots, still the old me
Drink PBR, own guitar strings
Still love listenin' to them crickets sing
See I stay always stressin' shit
Bubba all I write are these thumpin' hit's
I'm represent them country folks
Them rednecks and them Dixie chicks
Can't nobody tell me nothin', so hardheaded
Skull made of diamonds
I might strike ya ass like a rattlesnake
I'm stone cold like Steve Austin
And if you're lookin' for advice
Is what I'd tell ya
If you go through life yourself
It'll probably work out better
I see people shuttin' down
Over Facebook comments
I give my middle finger
To that bullshit nonsense
(Wheels) All I know is runnin' windy roads
Fog all on my windshield
Smack that dash to play the radio
(Wheels) Met my first love in a Chevrolet
Shootin' bullshit with my buddies
Parked down by a river bank
(Wheels) And I'm only gainin' miles in life
Heartbeat of America just make sure
That you drive 'em right
(Wheels) Ro-rollin' up in something
Junk or nice
Still gon' be that same dude raised up
On that good old southern pride
Pride, pride, pride, pride
Good old southern pride
In Upchurch's song "Wheels," the lyrics reflect the artist's strong connection to his Southern roots and the way his life has been shaped by his experiences growing up. The repeated mention of "wheels" refers to the vehicles that have played a significant role in his life, representing the freedom and memories associated with driving on open roads. The fog on the windshield and the act of smacking the dash to play the radio paint a picture of the simple pleasures and laid-back lifestyle of cruising down windy roads.
The lyrics also touch on themes of love and friendship, as Upchurch recalls meeting his first love in a Chevrolet and spending time with his buddies shooting the breeze and parking by a river bank. These moments represent the tight-knit community and camaraderie that often characterize Southern culture.
Moreover, Upchurch emphasizes his authenticity and refusal to conform to societal expectations. He proudly embraces his Southern identity, proclaiming himself a "backwoods boy" and celebrating the "southern ways" that have shaped him. He speaks of skipping school, hunting, and enjoying bonfires, highlighting the simplicity and joy he finds in his everyday life.
The lyrics also express Upchurch's disdain for the fabricated nature of the country music industry and the allure of fame. He asserts that he doesn't need validation from fame and can call on his genuine connections with famous people if he wants. He rejects the negativity and drama of online interactions, choosing to focus on his own path and maintaining his pride in his Southern heritage.
Overall, "Wheels" is a song that pays homage to Upchurch's Southern upbringing, celebrating the freedom, love, and authenticity that define his life.
Line by Line Meaning
(Wheels) All I know is runnin' windy roads
I am constantly on the move, navigating through the twist and turns of life's challenges
Fog all on my windshield
There are obstacles and uncertainties clouding my vision
Smack that dash to play the radio
I find solace and comfort in music, using it as a means of escape
(Wheels) Met my first love in a Chevrolet
I experienced my first love while cruising in a Chevrolet, creating memories and bonds
Shootin' bullshit with my buddies
Engaging in lighthearted conversations and banter with my friends
Parked down by a river bank
Finding moments of tranquility and relaxation by the riverside
(Wheels) And I'm only gainin' miles in life
I am constantly progressing and accumulating experiences in my journey
Heartbeat of America just make sure
The essence of America lies in the values and opportunities it offers, and I must ensure to make the most of them
That you drive 'em right
I should make wise choices and navigate through life responsibly
(Wheels) Ro-rollin' up in something
Regardless of the vehicle I'm in, whether it's fancy or not, I remain true to who I am
Junk or nice
Regardless of its appearance, I place value on substance rather than materialism
Still gon' be that same dude raised up
I will always remain true to the person I was molded into during my upbringing
On that good old southern pride
I carry the values and traditions of the southern culture with pride
I've been the same dude since day one
Since the beginning, my character and identity have remained unchanged
I ain't gon' change backwoods boy
I have no intention of altering my humble origins
Brought up only on them southern ways
My upbringing was strictly influenced by the customs and traditions of the South
(Southern ways) used to skip school
Engaging in rebellious behavior, I would sometimes skip school
In the front and out the back
Finding clever ways to avoid detection and escape consequences
In the woods with a box of bullets and
Spending my time in nature, armed and ready for hunting
A deer stand sippin' dew and Jack
Enjoying the peacefulness of the deer stand while indulging in a drink
Won't ever look back, I love my life
I have no regrets and deeply appreciate the life I've been given
If I could I'd probably live it twice
If given the chance, I would gladly relive my life experiences
'Shine in the toolbox, sittin' on ice
Keeping moonshine hidden in the toolbox, preserving it for special occasions
Bonfire with a belt like twenty foot high
Participating in bonfires and building impressive fire structures
Gasoline in my veins, success in my sight
I am driven by a passion for adventure and fueled by the desire for success
Straight pipes on a small block 305
Having high-performance exhaust pipes on my powerful engine
And I'm straight tatted up, got
I proudly display my tattoos, representing my personal journey
That black on white, won't start no shit but
My tattoos convey a message, but I don't seek conflict
I'll finish two fights
However, I am not afraid to defend myself if necessary
Goddang (Goddang) and this country trend is fabricated (Fabricated)
Expressing frustration with the inauthenticity of the current country music trend
And being famous is imaginated (Imaginated)
The concept of fame is often artificially created and doesn't align with my values
Well for me it ain't no problem
However, this lack of authenticity doesn't affect me
I got famous folks in my iPhone
I have connections with genuinely famous individuals in my contact list
One click and I could call 'em
With a simple action, I can have a conversation with well-known personalities
Like 6 o'clock on a Friday night
Describing a specific moment of leisure and relaxation
I just acquired me a little buzz
I am feeling a slight intoxication and a sense of euphoria
See not everybody has nice things in
Recognizing that not everyone has access to material wealth
This small-ass town I'm comin' from
Referring to the limited opportunities and resources in the town I originate from
I got a new truck, I got
Despite the limited resources, I managed to acquire new possessions
New jeans, I got new boots, still the old me
My outward appearance may have changed, but my core identity remains the same
Drink PBR, own guitar strings
Enjoying the simple pleasures of life, such as drinking PBR beer and playing guitar
Still love listenin' to them crickets sing
Finding joy and tranquility in the sounds of nature
See I stay always stressin' shit
In my mind, I often worry and overthink things
Bubba all I write are these thumpin' hit's
Addressing a friend affectionately, I acknowledge my ability to write catchy, impactful songs
I'm represent them country folks
I stand as a representative for the rural, country-dwelling people
Them rednecks and them Dixie chicks
I proudly embrace the label of being a redneck, alongside the spirited and passionate Dixie chicks
Can't nobody tell me nothin', so hardheaded
I am stubborn and refuse to be influenced or controlled by others
Skull made of diamonds
Symbolizing my resilience and strength, my mind is as hard as diamond
I might strike ya ass like a rattlesnake
If provoked, I can retaliate fiercely and without warning
I'm stone cold like Steve Austin
Drawing a comparison to the WWE wrestler Steve Austin, I possess a tough, unbreakable demeanor
And if you're lookin' for advice
If you seek guidance or counsel
Is what I'd tell ya
I would advise you
If you go through life yourself
If you navigate through life independently
It'll probably work out better
You are likely to have a more fulfilling and successful journey
I see people shuttin' down
Observing individuals becoming disheartened and giving up
Over Facebook comments
Due to negative interactions and comments on social media
I give my middle finger
I respond with a defiant gesture
To that bullshit nonsense
I refuse to engage in trivial, meaningless conflicts
Pride, pride, pride, pride
Emphasizing the importance of maintaining a sense of pride in oneself
Good old southern pride
Specifically highlighting the pride associated with Southern heritage and culture
Lyrics © Songtrust Ave, SHOTGUN SHANE
Written by: ORLANDO MARTINEZ, RYAN EDWARD UPCHURCH
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Gilbert
on My Neck of the Woods
Dually kickin' up dust on a one lane road
Driving a truck with dual rear tires stirring up dirt on the narrow road
Joe Diffie tunes hummin' out the radio
Listening to country songs by Joe Diffie on the radio
And the night so young as we are right now
Feeling young and carefree on this particular evening
Sittin' frozen in time on the edge of town
Sitting still, enjoying the moment without time passing by, at the outskirts of the town
The water tower says the same thing
The water tower displays the same old message
John Deere Green with the same names
The John Deere equipment is the same shade of green with the names of the owners still painted on them
A little faded but it still looks good
The paint has faded a little but it still looks attractive
In my neck of the woods, neck of the woods
This is how things are in my neighborhood
If I die, you can see the artwork on my skin that tells the life I lived
The tattoos on my body will tell my life story if I pass away
See the marks I left through all these songs I wrote when I was a kid
The lyrics of my childhood songs will show the impact I made
And look back at the pictures of these sold out shows across the states
Remembering the packed concerts across different states
When I put these boots up yeah I've danced across a couple dusty stages
I have performed on some small stages that were not fancy
I'll be rockin' and rollin' in a rocking chair made of wood
When I'm very old, I'll enjoy sitting in a wooden rocking chair and reminiscing
That football field that we practiced on
The place where we used to practice football
Had that parking lot hoppin' on a Friday night at Sonic
The Sonic drive-in on Friday nights was always crowded with cars
Til the neon lights were down and a field party started
Until the neon signs were off, and we commenced an outdoor gathering
My neck of the woods (my neck of the woods)
This is how things are in my particular area
In my neck of the woods
This is my place
In my neck of the woods
Here is where I belong
My neck of the woods (my neck of the woods)
This is my unique atmosphere
Tyler Thomson
on The Old Days (feat. Justin Adams)
Its the best song ever