I've heard this song repeatedly on Outlaw Country Radio and had to look up the video . Absolutely LOVE it! What a freaking great song. For the record, Rodney, I don't care anymore either. XO
I just want to say thank you for your music. I don't know if you will ever read this but you are one of my favorite singers and I have listened to your music for at least 30 years. You are an amazing singer/songwriter and your songs have always had so much heartfelt meaning to them that touched my heart and soul. Your voice is filled with such emotion. You have a wonderful gift and I will be a fan of yours forever.
This man and his work are amazing. How he brings to life his thoughts and feelings through poetry and music, blending them to perfection. I first heard Ashes By Now when released and I was hooked. 40 years later you still amaze me. Keep on truckin' partner, we're here for you. ❤
What a legendary performer. It doesn't get better than this song. Even the deepest from Townes Van Zandt doesn't get any better. I'm sure there's a few hardcore fans that would like to challenge that
I used to pull my britches on with just one thing in mind Make the girls believe that I’m the last one of my kind Silver toe tips on my boots and a mullet head of hair All designed to walk into a room and make somebody stare I don’t care anymore if I don’t stand out in a crowd I was better off before I tried to make my mother proud I came to town a dreaming I could make my mark in spades Forty odd years later all my best cards have been played It’s a hard knock situation when the accolades bestowed On your every last creation cries out middle of the road I don’t care anymore about the fortune and the fame I was better off before I tried to make myself a name All the money that I blew through like some boot black off the farm Could not have vanished quicker if I’d shot it in my arm Some so and so says don’t you know the limit is the sky Next thing I remember I’m unlearning how to fly I don’t care anymore All those party dolls and favors that I savored from day one Add up to next to nothing after all is said and done A real friend tried to tell me man with all respect it’s true The time to put away these things is long since overdue If indeed I do get lonesome in my mansion on the hill There’s this neighbor's wife I covet for her beauty and her skill The way she puts herself together sleek in vagabond couture Makes each mailbox conversation one more heartache to endure I don’t care anymore who does what and why I was better off before when I was just another guy I’ve been lied on, spied on, cried on, tried on, taken for a ride you bet Fracked, cracked, smacked jack, what you see is what you get I’ve been spit at, hit at, quit at, shit at, shouldn’t hurt a bit at, what I’m trying to get at Fool me once shame on me, fool me twice and put the blame on I don’t care anymore
Catherine Todd some writers will write for a lifetime and won’t say anything EPIC. Rodney has EPIC lines in each verse of this song. Absolutely brilliant!
This is now one of my favorite Rodney Crowell songs. Then of course there are many songs by Rodney Crowell my favorites. I have been a fan of his music since the 80s.
we all get there...but you have blessed the world...at least those you led to...thanks Rodney for sharing the light of your talent...good and faithful servant...the Lord sees your heart
I have been listening to music for along time now, all types but he is an amazing song writer and if you have anything else to say, I don't care anymore.
Guy Clark.. Milton S. Newbury Townes Van Zandt... Mr Rodney Crowell.. Just what is it in the water.... Beautiful Mothers Sons. And all the Blues Troubadours from the state of Texas to boot. Ain't gonna be beat. Greatest Admiration.. Eddie Boy Dublin 8.
Love this, Rodney, but I have to disagree with you here - "It's a hard knock situation when the accolades bestowed on your every last creation cries 'I'm middle of the road' - your songs have never been middle of the road, and this latest album joins your others at the top.
I'd be so much poorer in spirit had it not been for this Houston gentleman. Love him.. And Guy Clark R. I. P.. MICKEY NEWBURY. TOWNES VAN ZANDT.. SUSANNA AND EMMYLOU.
yeah, even when he' was doing radio hits, there was a depth and intelligence well beyond the typical radio fodder, country or otherwise. The focus has just gotten finer.
Wow Rodney! We have a lot in common. I was the female version of you in my younger days. And now I'm a female mirror of you! I don't care anymore! Great song Rodney. Thank you.
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Good grief...he get's better and better every year. One of the most consistently great songwriters working.
Once again, he's written lyrics that will rip your heart out, stomp on it, then pick it up, dust it off and put it back full. Thank you Rodney.
You've NEVER been middle of the road to real music fans who recognize songwriting at its finest. Much respect always!
The unhidden gem of country music.gets down into your soul each song each time he sings.
I've heard this song repeatedly on Outlaw Country Radio and had to look up the video . Absolutely LOVE it! What a freaking great song. For the record, Rodney, I don't care anymore either. XO
His voice continues to be SO Rodney Crowell authentic. ❤
what y'all are seeing is a legend..shame is he won't be popular to his death..true writing genuis.
WOW!!! My good fortune to have discovered Rodney Crowell! Love your music, style and especially heart!!
This is the best of any artist - after 40 years of learning. Straight up, it doesn't get any better.
Some real shit from a real songwriter. Keeping country from becoming auto tuned pop garbage like some are spewing.
Just a thought, but if country radio played more of this and less of the cliché new age crap, I might start listening to the radio again.
That's an indication of how far Crowell's work stands above the crowd. There just isn't a large body of work this good. This excellent.
@@johnemerson1788 This is pure and distilled. This is what country is supposed to be about.
Depends where you live. You might be surprised what you hear on the radio in west Tennessee or driving between austin and houston
this song rescued me..Not sure why..just did, to be my spirit.
I mean wow! Genius
I just want to say thank you for your music. I don't know if you will ever read this but you are one of my favorite singers and I have listened to your music for at least 30 years. You are an amazing singer/songwriter and your songs have always had so much heartfelt meaning to them that touched my heart and soul. Your voice is filled with such emotion. You have a wonderful gift and I will be a fan of yours forever.
Well said..I feel exactly the same way as you..feel as he's talking to me!!❤️💞💜
He is so underrated, over looked, and unappreciated.
but he doesn't care anymore so it makes since
What an awesome artist!!!
This man and his work are amazing. How he brings to life his thoughts and feelings through poetry and music, blending them to perfection. I first heard Ashes By Now when released and I was hooked. 40 years later you still amaze me. Keep on truckin' partner, we're here for you. ❤
what a journey it has been, Thankful., you helped me look back..life is a trip..do the best one can.
Here at the end of 2019. Absolutely breathtaking song craft.
yes it is . I saw him solo and you could have heard a pin drop after a song.
This man and John Prine are two great story tellers.. loved them forever.
Love his guitar work on this one.
Wow, this is powerful. It's great to see Rodney has still got it!
What a legendary performer. It doesn't get better than this song. Even the deepest from Townes Van Zandt doesn't get any better. I'm sure there's a few hardcore fans that would like to challenge that
A magician of the heart and soul…poetry with pickin….doesn’t get any better…🙏
Saw Rodney last week, just as pure and great as he ever was!!! One of the great songwriters!!!!
What a beautiful song. He plays that guitar so well. I love it !!
Another Classic written by Rodney Crowell. He isn't "Middle of the Road."
Those lyrics and guitar licks just draw you in and blow you away. So cool!!!! 😎
Every time I revisit Crowell it's good times...one of the best!
I used to pull my britches on with just one thing in mind
Make the girls believe that I’m the last one of my kind
Silver toe tips on my boots and a mullet head of hair
All designed to walk into a room and make somebody stare
I don’t care anymore if I don’t stand out in a crowd
I was better off before I tried to make my mother proud
I came to town a dreaming I could make my mark in spades
Forty odd years later all my best cards have been played
It’s a hard knock situation when the accolades bestowed
On your every last creation cries out middle of the road
I don’t care anymore about the fortune and the fame
I was better off before I tried to make myself a name
All the money that I blew through like some boot black off the farm
Could not have vanished quicker if I’d shot it in my arm
Some so and so says don’t you know the limit is the sky
Next thing I remember I’m unlearning how to fly
I don’t care anymore
All those party dolls and favors that I savored from day one
Add up to next to nothing after all is said and done
A real friend tried to tell me man with all respect it’s true
The time to put away these things is long since overdue
If indeed I do get lonesome in my mansion on the hill
There’s this neighbor's wife I covet for her beauty and her skill
The way she puts herself together sleek in vagabond couture
Makes each mailbox conversation one more heartache to endure
I don’t care anymore who does what and why
I was better off before when I was just another guy
I’ve been lied on, spied on, cried on, tried on, taken for a ride you bet
Fracked, cracked, smacked jack, what you see is what you get
I’ve been spit at, hit at, quit at, shit at, shouldn’t hurt a bit at, what I’m trying to get at
Fool me once shame on me, fool me twice and put the blame on
I don’t care anymore
Catherine Todd some writers will write for a lifetime and won’t say anything EPIC. Rodney has EPIC lines in each verse of this song. Absolutely brilliant!
That sounds like the true Rodney! Would love four hundred fifty more!
Man does that old Gibson ring out. What a great song
He never disappoints...awesome!
Oh my, one of the best songs I have ever had the pleasure to hear. Why have I gone this long in my life without discovering real music.
Well THAT song stands out in a crowd.
You`ve always been my favorite songwriter bro and you still are!! Cheers, Gil
This is now one of my favorite Rodney Crowell songs. Then of course there are many songs by Rodney Crowell my favorites. I have been a fan of his music since the 80s.
BLESS you,!
Thanks so much for coming to Cleveland last night, Mr. Crowell. It was unforgettable.
Goodness gracious, simply an original and amazing wordsmith and musician.
Rodney thank you for every line you ever wrote you have won the race for some of the best songs ever
good lord. this is priceless. i wish no radio plays it. it has a league of its own.
I ❤️❤️❤️ THIS SPECIAL SONG! RODNEY CROWELL IS A SUPER GREAT SINGER!!!
Brilliant song, exquisitely preformed. Thanks Rodney!
I don't care anymore
It ain't fair anymore
The love we used to share
It ain't there anymore
Great artist, we still care! 😎
One hell of an artist
noticed that nobody has a recent post-well here we are in mar- 21-- i'm listening and i'm loving it-keep living--keep singing!
We all downloaded this to our phone a long time ago. His Christmas album is also pure gold.
we all get there...but you have blessed the world...at least those you led to...thanks Rodney for sharing the light of your talent...good and faithful servant...the Lord sees your heart
Rosney Crowell...Just like wine the Older the better...Light & Love...
Just moved to Nashville. So many people here just tryin to get famous. But I wish they could just hear this tune.
Wow! What a song. Thanks!
I have been listening to music for along time now, all types but he is an amazing song writer and if you have anything else to say, I don't care anymore.
Right on, brother. You keep that up.
This song makes my heart hurt for Rodney, although we all been there. Love you Rodney.
You are so heard....thank God for you.....have a great life Rodney, be happy!
Just class thank you for posting. 🙂
What a loss when there is so much life left to live even if it's one more moment.....
Love Rodney so much
One of our greatest songwriters!
Some of use in your generation can relate! Great job Mr. Crowell..
Great songwriter and performer,love him!
Leaving 2020 soon... Hoping 2021 is kinder, however seems the time only makes the wall harder to chisel.
Needed a Rodney reality check. So good
AWESOME 👍👍👍 SONG!!! HE'S A FANTASTIC SINGER!!!
Guy Clark.. Milton S. Newbury Townes Van Zandt... Mr Rodney Crowell.. Just what is it in the water.... Beautiful Mothers Sons. And all the Blues Troubadours from the state of Texas to boot. Ain't gonna be beat. Greatest Admiration.. Eddie Boy Dublin 8.
we don'y all get down to this kind of honesty...
The Master at work
Wow! That was truly great.
It's all been said before, Crowell just says it better than most.
Rodney Crowell..a fan of his forever
Master craftsman..
Deep and hurtful..Good song . I'm feeling it.
Great compressor setup. When he backs away from the mic. the volume doesn't even go down.
With a $4000 Dollar studio Mic, it probably don't need much tweekin'?
❤️❤️❤️
Love this, Rodney, but I have to disagree with you here - "It's a hard knock situation when the accolades bestowed on your every last creation cries 'I'm middle of the road' - your songs have never been middle of the road, and this latest album joins your others at the top.
Martha Langston sorry, I accidentally hit dislike, meant to like your comment, completely agree-Rodney's songs are never middle of the road
You got that right
I'd be so much poorer in spirit had it not been for this Houston gentleman. Love him.. And Guy Clark R. I. P.. MICKEY NEWBURY. TOWNES VAN ZANDT.. SUSANNA AND EMMYLOU.
yeah, even when he' was doing radio hits, there was a depth and intelligence well beyond the typical radio fodder, country or otherwise. The focus has just gotten finer.
W O W he only gets better and better
Love this guy.Really good, multi-talent.
Listening to the lyrics…such humility….but I don’t care anymore…
Awesome!
Rodney Crowell is great
Def 1 of my favorite songs.
thank you..
What a voice ❤ love this guy’s voice
So Fabulous. Just WOW.
Great singer/songwriter.
amazing.
Wow Rodney! We have a lot in common. I was the female version of you in my younger days. And now I'm a female mirror of you! I don't care anymore! Great song Rodney. Thank you.
Knows how to turn a phrase, brilliant.
Boy he plays that geetar beautifully.
Why misspell it?
Yes indeedy
and the guitar sounds so damn good.
Takes a while but you’ll get here one day
i'm 73, why have i NEVER heard of this guy before?
???
Lordy he is brilliant!
Absolutely love it.
Good stuff Rodney, well done.
The best we have to offer in Texas...
An great performer but such an amazing writer. Till I Gain Control has been a favorite from day one.
You need to see him solo live. It will give you chills..
Great self accompaniment. Rodney...
Excellent
UA-cam should fix the closed caption on this video to get the lyrics correct. Love this song.