Toby Keith – In A Couple Of Days

Introduction:

“In A Couple of Days” is a track from Toby Keith’s 2010 album Bullets in the Gun. This album reflects Keith’s distinctive style, which merges traditional country storytelling with modern sounds, making it a staple in the genre. The song dives into a theme familiar to country music fans—heartbreak and emotional recovery after an unexpected breakup.

“In A Couple of Days” tells the story of someone blindsided by a breakup and grappling with the pain and confusion it causes. Keith’s gruff, emotional vocals enhance the raw honesty of the lyrics, which explore the period of emotional numbness right after the heartbreak. The protagonist knows that the pain will eventually hit but hasn’t fully processed it yet. The song conveys both vulnerability and resilience, as the character contemplates how the heartbreak will unfold in the coming days.

The Bullets in the Gun album itself was a commercial success, debuting at number one on the Billboard 200 chart. The album highlights Toby Keith’s ability to blend rock influences with his country roots, appealing to a broad audience. The album’s title track, along with songs like “In A Couple of Days,” showcases his skill in weaving vivid narratives filled with real-world emotions.

Keith’s music has consistently touched on the experiences of everyday life, and “In A Couple of Days” is no different. It stands out for its honest portrayal of the immediate aftermath of a breakup, making it relatable to listeners who have gone through similar experiences.

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Lyrics:

“In A Couple Of Days”

Two weeks notice would’ve been real nice
I could’ve put this broken heart on ice
Barely full of whiskey, all laid up in bed
Given up on what lies aheadCould’ve quit my job and let my beard grow out
Another sad old story that you hear about
But I got nothin’ from you
Came without a warning at all

It was hot and dry when you told me goodbye
Now isn’t that a hell of a deal?
Right out of the blue, you broke it in two
Now you wanna know how I feel

Why don’t you come around when the swellin’ goes down?
Right now I’m doin’ okay
Hit me back
I should know something in a couple of days

It ain’t soakin’ you but I know that old pain
It will come like the storm once it starts to rain
Right now the sky is just a couple of clouds
It’s gonna be hell once the bottom falls out

I might head for shelter, I might run and hide
I might take my chances standin’ outside
It’s too early to tell
Hell, you just left me today

It was hot and dry when you told me goodbye
Now isn’t that a hell of a deal?
Right out of the blue, you broke it in two
And now you wanna know how I feel

Why don’t you come around when the swellin’ goes down?
Right now I’m doin’ okay
Hit me back
I should know something in a couple of days

Why don’t you come around when the swellin’ goes down?
Right now I’m doin’ okay
Hit me back
I should know something in a couple of days

Girl, hit me back
I should know something in a couple of days