Toby Keith’s Pull My Chain is more than just an album title; it’s a declaration of artistic independence. Released in 2001, this record marked a pivotal moment in the career of a man who had already established himself as a cornerstone of the contemporary country music landscape. Pull My Chain was a bold statement, a sonic middle finger to the expectations placed upon a genre often pigeonholed and underestimated.
Background
Keith, a name synonymous with red dirt and rebellious spirit, had carved a niche for himself with a brand of country music that was as tough as it was tender. His music resonated with a demographic often overlooked by the Nashville establishment: the working class.
The album title itself is a playful challenge. It’s an invitation to the listener to engage with the music on their own terms, without preconceived notions or expectations. Keith was asserting his artistic freedom, refusing to be confined to the genre’s traditional parameters.
Pull My Chain is a testament to Toby Keith’s artistic growth and evolution. It’s a record that defies categorization, challenging listeners to expand their understanding of what country music can be.
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Lyrics
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Got me on a short leash, tied to your screen doorI used to run with the big dogs ’til I stretched out on your front porchUsed to be a hound dog, chased a lot of fast carsNow I don’t even bark when the kitty cats stroll through the back yardI used to howl at the moon, yeah I’ve been known to roamThen I caught her trail one day, followed this girl homeI ain’t the same, she knows how to put my chainThey say that an old dog, can’t learn a new trickWell she taught me to stay the first day and I learned real quickThere’s a doghouse, a fence and a gate latchI keep my tail waggin’ and I don’t mind beggin for a good scratchI used to howl at the moon, yeah I’ve been known to roamThen I met this girl one day that brought this old stray homeI ain’t the same, she knows how to pull my chainI used to howl at the moon, yeah I’ve been known to roamThen I caught her trail one day, followed this girl homeI ain’t the same, she knows how to pull my chain
Harley