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Who sang Country Road?

James Taylor released the song Country Road. Date of release: 1970.

Release date: 1970

Duration: 03:22

The story of the song ' Country Road '

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The meaning of the song 'Country Road ', based on the lyrics

What is Country Road about?

🎶 Country Road song analysis

The protagonist wants to hit the road and asks his girlfriend to accompany him. His mother doesn't understand why he wants to go back, and he feels like he is in pieces. He feels that a better future awaits him on a country road, and his feet lead him there.

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This explanation is based on the lyrics of ‘Country Road’. The meaning is of course subject to interpretation.

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James Taylor - Short Biography

James Vernon Taylor is a famous American singer-songwriter and guitarist who has enjoyed a successful career and won the hearts of many fans. He has won six Grammy Awards, was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2000 and has become one of the best-selling artists of all time. With over 100 million records sold worldwide, Taylor's popularity and ability to create emotionally charged music has made him a household name in the music industry.

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"Country Road" is a popular song by American singer-songwriter James Taylor, released in February 1971 by Warner Bros. Records. It is the third single from his second studio album, Sweet Baby James. The song has been a staple of Taylor's live shows since 1970 and is also featured on his 1976 Best Of album. The album version of the song is performed on bass by Randy Meisner, who would later become a member of the Eagles.

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