“Standing Room Only” follows McGraw’s 45th No.1 country single, “7500 OBO,” which continues to build on McGraw’s deep bench of having a No.1 song and No.1 album in each of the past four decades. McGraw teased the announcement of “Standing Room Only” by releasing a mysterious playlist of his songs ahead of the single called “McGraw Three-ten Twenty Three” which hinted at the release date and featured song titles that spelled out “Standing Room Only” with the first letter of each song. Also, it’s a reminder to give back and be there for others.” How do we push ourselves and in which direction do we push ourselves? For me, it’s a reminder to live a life filled with gratitude and not take things for granted. It isn’t about the funeral or the procession, it’s about how we live in the here and now. For me, this song is so positive and life affirming. Needless to say, it was the performance of McGraw’s career - with a lyric he knew all too well.Of the song, McGraw notes: “‘Standing Room Only’ caught my ear the first time I heard it because of its message. He felt an immediate connection to the song, which shot to the top of the charts in less than two months after its’ release in June 2004. One of the first artists to hear the work was Tim McGraw, who had recently lost his father to lung cancer. The song was demoed just a few days after the writing of the song was completed. After the fact, the two writers talked about what they would do if they knew that they didn’t have much time left. Tim Nichols and Craig Wiseman had a mutual friend who had received a mis-diagnosis of their medical condition. It was one of the most unforgettable moments of his career, and also one of the most poignant Tim McGraw songs ever.ġ. Perhaps the most dramatic performance of this song came at the 2007 ACM Awards, which included one hundred relatives of those who had given the ultimate sacrifice for their country. Inspired by reading a magazine story about the casualties of war, McGraw teamed up with The Warren Brothers to pen this brilliant release from the standpoint of a fallen soldier. It was good to hear them channel their inner George & Tammy. Perhaps their best performance together, due to the irony that their union has been so seemingly blessed. In his cover of Bruce Robison’s composition, McGraw sounds downright melancholy while lamenting about a relationship that has simply been going through the motions for years, and is about to bite the dust. This chart-topper featured Hill on harmonies, but what sets it apart from the pack of their collaborations is the fact that there is nothing sweet and sentimental about this track. Comparing their love to whiskey, a cigarette, or the static of an AM radio might not be as flowery as songs like “It’s Your Love” or the recent “Speak To A Girl,” and perhaps the sense of realness is what makes it more romantic or sensual. Granted, the husband and wife super-couple have had bigger hits on the charts together, but give points to this Tony Lane / David Lee ballad for being more rough around the edges than their usual slick declarations of love. Tim McGraw – “I Need You” (with Faith Hill)
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