Introduction:
That Don’t Make Me a Bad Guy is a quintessential country track by the iconic American singer-songwriter, Toby Keith. Released in 2008 as the title track of his twelfth studio album, the song is a bold declaration of independence and a rejection of societal labels.
With its driving rhythm and Keith’s signature gravelly vocals, the song instantly resonated with listeners, solidifying his status as a leading figure in the country music scene. Produced by the artist himself, That Don’t Make Me a Bad Guy showcases Keith’s knack for crafting catchy melodies and relatable lyrics.
The song’s genre is undeniably country, with its twangy guitar riffs and heartfelt storytelling. Keith paints a vivid picture of a free-spirited individual who lives life on his own terms, unapologetically embracing his flaws and imperfections. The lyrics challenge societal norms and expectations, suggesting that enjoying life’s pleasures and living outside the box doesn’t necessarily equate to being a “bad guy.”
While the song didn’t achieve the same level of commercial success as some of Keith’s earlier hits, it remains a fan favorite and a staple in his live performances. It solidified his reputation as a rebellious and authentic artist who fearlessly expresses his thoughts and opinions through his music.
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Lyrics:
“That Don’t Make Me A Bad Guy”
That don’t make me a bad guy
It don’t scar my resume
Don’t you give me the black eye
Judging by my day to day
Easy to love and hard to keep
Let it dance on the wild side
I’m only good as I gotta be
Yeah that don’t make me a bad guyChiva whiskey in a paper cup
Catch a buzz and I sober up
Comin’ down with a pot-a-joe
Sleep it off and away I go
Runnin hard til the money’s gone
Half a day and all night long
Get a girl with my romeo
Yeah love a while then it’s adiosThat don’t make me a bad guy
It don’t scar my resume
Don’t you give me the black eye
Judging by my day to day
Easy to love and hard to keep
Let ‘er dance on the wild side
I’m only good as I gotta be
Yeah that don’t make me a bad guyYeah like a man I go to work
Feel clean in my dirty shirt
Ain’t got a lot but I really try
I’ve gotten good at gettin’ by
I’m a son of my daddy’s name
Yeah mama’s proud and everything
When it’s time to make some noise
Boys will be boysThat don’t make me a bad guy
It don’t scar my resume
Don’t you give me the black eye
Judging by my day to day
Easy to love and hard to keep
Let ‘er dance on the wild side
I’m only good as I gotta be
Yeah that don’t make me a bad guyVillin or an outlaw
I might kiss yer girl
Or catch you with a south paw ain’t
Dangerous, contankerous maybe
Just lookin’ for a real good time
Yeah a real good timeYeah
That don’t make me a bad guy
It don’t scar my resume
Don’t you give me the black eye
Call me some kinda renegade
Easy to love and hard to keep
Let ‘er dance on the wild side
I’m only good as I gotta be
Yeah that don’t make me a bad guyI’m only good as I gotta be
That don’t make me a bad guy