About the song
“Upstairs Downtown” is a song co-written and recorded by American country music artist Toby Keith. It was released in November 1994 as the second single from his 1994 album Boomtown. The song peaked at number 10 on the Billboard charts in both the United States and Canada.
The song tells the story of a young woman who is struggling to make ends meet. She works two jobs, but she is still barely able to pay her rent and buy food. She is also dealing with the heartbreak of a recent breakup.
The song’s lyrics are full of vivid imagery and detail. They paint a picture of a young woman who is trying to survive in a tough world. The song also captures the emotional toll that poverty and heartbreak can take on a person.
The song’s melody is simple, yet effective. It is a classic country song with a slow tempo and a memorable chorus. The song’s melody helps to create a sense of sadness and longing.
Toby Keith’s vocals are powerful and expressive. He sings with a strong, clear voice that conveys the song’s message of hope and resilience. Keith’s performance is one of the reasons why the song is so effective.
“Upstairs Downtown” is a powerful and moving song that has resonated with people of all ages. It is a reminder of the struggles that many people face, and it is a message of hope for those who are going through tough times. The song is a classic of country music, and it is sure to be enjoyed for many years to come.
Here are some additional details about the song:
- The song was written by Toby Keith and Carl Goff Jr.
- The song’s music video features Keith performing the song in a variety of locations, including a bar, a diner, and a city street.
- The song has been covered by several artists, including Trace Adkins, Montgomery Gentry, and Jason Aldean.
“Upstairs Downtown” is a timeless classic that will continue to touch the hearts of listeners for generations to come. It is a song about the struggles of everyday people, and it is a message of hope for those who are going through tough times.
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Lyrics
Route 14 Box 308She said goodbye at the cattle-guard gateHoping she would find her a place in the worldWith her mind made up and tears in her eyesIt almost made her daddy cryHe said don’t forget to call when you get there girlDriving on that two lane road hoping she might findA whole lot more waiting up ahead than what she left behindMoving upstairs, downtownLife’s too short to be hanging aroundShe’s eighteen and it’s time she got out of the woodsShe’s getting out while the getting’s goodAll bills paid and a room with a viewShe’s unpacked a dish or twoShe just got her phone turned on todayThere’s a big old world waiting just outsideAs she’s thumbing through the classifiedsLooking for work and any old job’s okayDriving on that cross-town freeway hoping she might findA whole lot more waiting up ahead than what she left behindLiving upstairs, downtownLife’s too short to be hanging aroundShe’s eighteen and it’s time she got out of the woodsShe’s getting out while the getting’s goodThen she lost her job at the grocery storeAnd the wolf came knocking at the doorRed notice said they turned off her telephoneThere’s nothing left for her to do, so she’s packed up a thing or twoLoaded her car down, now she’s headed homeDriving on that two lane road hoping she might findA whole lot more waiting up ahead than what she left behindLiving upstairs, downtownLife’s too short to be hanging aroundShe’s eighteen and it’s time she got back to the woodsShe’s getting out while the getting’s good