Cleaning This Gun (Come on in Boy)
Rodney Atkins
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The Declaration of Independence Think I could tell you that first sentence But then I'm lost I can't begin to count the theories I've had pounded in my head That I forgot I don't remember all that Spanish Or the Gettysburg address But there is one speech from high school I'll never forget Come on in, boy, sit on down And tell me about yourself So you like my daughter, do you now? Yeah, we think she's something else She's her daddy's girl Her mama's world She deserves respect That's what she'll get Ain't it, son? Hey, y'all, run along and have some fun I'll see you when you get back Bet I'll be up all night Still cleanin' this gun Well, now that I'm a father I'm scared to death one day my daughter Is gonna find That teenage boy I used to be That seems to have just one thing on his mind She's growin' up so fast It won't be long before I'll have to put the fear of God into Some kid at the door Come on in, boy, sit on down And tell me about yourself So you like my daughter, do you now? Yeah, we think she's something else She's her daddy's girl Her mama's world She deserves respect That's what she'll get Ain't it, son? Hey, y'all, run along and have some fun I'll see you when you get back Bet I'll be up all night Still cleanin' this gun Now it's all for show Ain't nobody gonna get hurt It's just a daddy thing And, hey, believe me, it works Come on in, boy, sit on down And tell me about yourself So you like my daughter, do you now? Yeah, we think she's something else She's her daddy's girl Her mama's world She deserves respect That's what she'll get Ain't it, son? Hey, y'all, run along and have some fun I'll see you when you get back Bet I'll be up all night Still cleanin' this gun Son, now y'all buckle up and have her back By te... let's say about 9:30 Drive safe
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Written by: MARLA CANNON-GOODMAN, CASEY MICHAEL BEATHARD
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Release Date"Cleaning This Gun (Come on in Boy)" by Rodney Atkins was released on October 23, 2007.
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Artist FactsRodney Atkins is a popular American country singer and songwriter, known for his sincere storytelling through relatable, catchy melodies.
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Album"Cleaning This Gun (Come on in Boy)" is a track from Atkins' third studio album, "If You're Going Through Hell." The album was released in 2006 and went platinum, selling over 1 million copies.
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SongwriterThis song was composed by Casey Beathard and Marla Cannon-Goodman, two reputable names in the country music scene. Beathard has written for artists such as Kenny Chesney and Trace Adkins, while Cannon-Goodman has written for artists like Alan Jackson and Eric Church.
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Chart Performance"Cleaning This Gun (Come on in Boy)" reached number 1 on the US Billboard Hot Country Songs for chart-week February 16, 2008. It also peaked at number 36 on the Billboard Hot 100.
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Song ThemeThe song is a narrative about a father's protective feelings for his daughter as he talks to her potential suitors, using the metaphor of him cleaning his gun as a subtle threat.
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Music VideoThe official music video was released in 2008 and was directed by Eric Welch. It features Rodney Atkins as a general store owner, telling the song's story to a young man interested in his on-screen daughter.
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Critical ReceptionThe song received widespread acclaim from music critics for its authenticity, relatable lyrics, and Atkins' evocative, emotive vocals.
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Cover Versions"Cleaning This Gun (Come on in Boy)" was covered by various artists, making it quite popular within the country music fandom.
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Live PerformancesRodney Atkins often played this track at his concerts, and it's considered a crowd favorite, especially among parents of teenage daughters.
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