They Don't Know
Jason Aldean
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They call us a two lane just passing by slow down town Yeah, they say what’s there to do when you ain’t got nothin’ around Just a few street lights, speed limit signs that all say twenty-five But those folks ain’t lived in our lives They ain’t seen the blood, sweat and tears it took to live their dreams When everything’s on the line Ain’t just another field, just another farm No, it’s the ground we grew up on They think it’s a middle of nowhere place where we take it slow Aw, but they don’t know All they see is tractors, barbwire and tall green grass They don’t see the years spent working, busting their ass How they pray for rain They don’t know a thing About what it takes Livin’ this way They ain’t seen the blood, sweat and tears it took to live their dreams When everything’s on the line Ain’t just another field just another farm No, it’s the ground we grew up on They think it’s a middle of nowhere place where we take it slow Aw, but they don’t know They call us a two lane just passing by slow down town Yeah, they say what’s there to do when you ain’t got nothin’ around They ain’t seen the blood, sweat and tears it took to live their dreams When everything’s on the line Ain’t just another field just another farm No, it’s the ground we grew up on They think it’s a middle of nowhere place where we take it slow Aw, but they don’t know No, they don’t know
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Written by: KURT MICHAEL ALLISON, JARON CALEB BOYER, JOSH MIRENDA
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Song Origin"They Don't Know" is a song by American country music artist Jason Aldean. It was released in March 2013, as the third single from his eighth studio album, of the same name.
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SongwritersThe song was co-written by Kurt Allison, Tully Kennedy, Jaron Boyer, and Westin Davis, giving it a deep sense of collaboration and creative fusion.
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Chart PerformanceIt peaked at number six on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and also reached number 17 on the Billboard Hot 100. These rankings cement its status as a successful country hit.
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Genre"They Don't Know" is a country song that extends Jason Aldean's signature blend of rock and country, often referred to as "bro-country."
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Theme and Message"They Don't Know" is a defense of rural life and values. It pushes back against the stereotypes and misconceptions often associated with country and rural living. Aldean presents a nuanced perspective of small-town life, challenging outsiders' assumptions.
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Music VideoThe music video for "They Don't Know" was directed by Shaun Silva and features Jason Aldean performing the song amidst various scenes of small-town life, including blue-collar work, recreational activities, and community gatherings, further emphasizing the song's theme.
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ReceptionThe song received mixed reviews from music critics, with some praising its sincere portrayal of rural life and others criticizing its generalized lyrics. However, it still connects well with Aldean's core fan base.
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Tours and Live Performances"They Don't Know" was included in the setlist of several of Aldean's concert tours, including the "We Were Here Tour," reinforcing its popularity among live audiences.
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Album PerformanceThe album "They Don't Know" debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 and Top Country Albums, demonstrating Aldean's continued commercial success.
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AwardsWhile the song “They Don’t Know” didn’t win any awards itself, Jason Aldean has had a successful career, securing many awards for his other songs and albums.
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