Gotta Be Me
Gotta Be Me

Cody Johnson - Gotta Be Me Lyrics

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Gotta Be Me Lyrics

I'm a lone country mile from bein' style
Dirty hat an cowboy boots
I cut my teeth on them old outlaw songs
My daddy used to listen to
Guess it's in my genes
I gotta be me
Yeah I say what I think
But sometimes I drink
And when I do I drink too much
Wind up on my back
Eye shinin' black
And I know it's all because bad as it might be
Hey I gotta be me

You can wine me up an dine me
You can polish up an shine me but the real things gonna shine through
It ain't always pretty but the cowboy in me
Couldn't change if he wanted to

Yeah I had a girl her name was Pearl
I think she's up in Arkansaw
She raised her voice and gave me a choice
'Tween singin' in a Honkeytonk or JOB
As u can see I gotta be me

Yeah you can wine me up an dine me
You can polish up an shine me but the real things gonna shine through
It ain't always pretty but the cowboy in me
Couldn't change if he wanted to

Yeah im rusty ole truck, you see out front
'Tween the Lexus and the Cootie Ville
The one of a kind that some try to find
Some are hopin' that they never will still I do my thing
'Cause I gotta be me
Yeah like it or not this is all I got
And I gotta be me

Writer(s): CODY DANIEL JOHNSON
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Songtrust Ave
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who wrote the song 'Gotta Be Me'?

    'Gotta Be Me' was written by Cody Daniel Johnson, also known as Cody Johnson or CoJo.

  2. When was 'Gotta Be Me' released?

    'Gotta Be Me' was released in 2016 on Cody Johnson's own CoJo label.

  3. What genre does 'Gotta Be Me' belong to?

    'Gotta Be Me' is classified under contemporary country and neo-traditionalist country genres, reflecting Cody Johnson's musical style.

  4. Did 'Gotta Be Me' achieve any notable success upon release?

    'Gotta Be Me' sold 23,000 copies in the US during its first week of release, quickly making Cody Johnson one of Texas' most sought-after talents.

  5. What themes are addressed in the lyrics of 'Gotta Be Me'?

    'Gotta Be Me' addresses themes of authenticity and individuality. The lyrics emphasize staying true to oneself despite societal pressures and personal challenges.

  6. How does Cody Johnson describe his music style in relation to 'Gotta Be Me'?

    Cody Johnson describes his music as a blend of various influences, including traditional country artists like George Strait and Willie Nelson. He emphasizes that he remains true to himself and his unique sound.

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