Toby Keith: A Country Music Maverick and His Defiant Anthem
Toby Keith, a prominent figure in the country music scene, has consistently delivered chart-topping hits and controversial lyrics that resonate with his dedicated fanbase.
Background
One such song that exemplifies his rebellious spirit and unwavering confidence is “How Do You Like Me Now?!”.
Released in 2000, this track quickly became a cultural phenomenon, topping the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and solidifying Keith’s status as a country music superstar.
“How Do You Like Me Now?!” is more than just a catchy tune; it’s a defiant anthem that celebrates personal triumph and the satisfaction of proving doubters wrong.
The song’s driving rhythm, coupled with Keith’s powerful vocals, creates a sense of energy and excitement that is infectious. The lyrics, filled with bravado and self-assurance, paint a vivid picture of a man who has overcome adversity and emerged victorious.
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Lyrics
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Yeah, I was always the crazy one broke into the stadiumAnd I wrote your number on the 50-yard lineYou were always the perfect one and a valedictorianSo under your number I wrote “Call for a good time”I only wanted to get your attentionBut you overlooked me somehowBesides, you had too many boyfriends to mentionAnd I played my guitar too loudHow do you like me now?How do you like me now?Now that I’m on my wayDo you still think I’m crazy standing here today?I couldn’t make you love me but I always dreamed about livin’ in your radioHow do you like me now?When I took off to TennesseeI heard that you made fun of meNever imagined I’d make it this farThen you married into the money girlAin’t it a cruel and funny world?He took your dreams, and he tore them apartHe never comes home, and you’re always aloneAnd your kids hear you cry down the hallAlarm clock starts ringin’ who could that be singin’It’s me baby, with your wake-up call