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Post by singingsparrow on Dec 20, 2003 13:15:21 GMT -5
With the way Toby Keih's "American Soldier" has not yet topped the Country chart, though accelerating at a strenuous pace, and can well dominate this chart for quite a long time with its patriotic feel and the capture of Saddam most likely fueling this single een more politically, can it seem almost obvious that Toby Keith will have the 2004 Year-End #1 hit?
Though I absolutely find Toby Keith to be overrated and this song just plain boring, I feel confident saying this will be one of the biggest #1 Country hits in quite a long time, most likely coming close to the chart-topping run of "It's 5 O'Clock Somewhere"
Your thoughts and opinions please!
Sincerely,
Noah Eaton
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EvanJ
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Post by EvanJ on Dec 20, 2003 20:44:10 GMT -5
Well "It's Five O'Clock Somewhere" is only Number 4 on the Billboard year-end Country chart. You can't say how popular a song is all-time until the year-end chart comes out, look at "Lady Marmalade" on CHR-Pop. Lonestar: "My Front Porch Looking In" was Number 1 for the year on Billboard, and I don't remember if it was a Number 1.
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Post by prenatt1166 on Dec 20, 2003 21:09:54 GMT -5
Unless there is an unexpected reason for "American Soldier" to experience an early fall, Toby Keith has an excellent chance of landing in the year end Top 5, if not make a run for the top single of 2004. This track is exactly the type of song that country radio loves.
Toby Keith is at the height of his popularity, and I enjoy his music and persona very much. I don't particulary like "American Soldier" as much as his "fun" songs.
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Post by singingsparrow on Dec 21, 2003 1:58:25 GMT -5
Well "It's Five O'Clock Somewhere" is only Number 4 on the Billboard year-end Country chart. You can't say how popular a song is all-time until the year-end chart comes out, look at "Lady Marmalade" on CHR-Pop. Lonestar: "My Front Porch Looking In" was Number 1 for the year on Billboard, and I don't remember if it was a Number 1. I meant biggest #1 as far as number of weeks at #1 during any time of year. It wouldn't have a chance for #1 since it was released later in the year during June/July. Sincerely Noah Eaton |
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Post by someguy on Dec 21, 2003 21:46:31 GMT -5
I agree that this song has an excellent shot at being a huge, multi-week number one. Which is too bad, because it seems that anything Toby puts out these days is a big hit, regardless of quality. I still can't believe something like "I Love This Bar" was a 5-6 week #1. But, "American Soldier" does seem to be a lock for a long run at the top, once Alan Jackson is finished.
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Post by jimmy74747 on Dec 21, 2003 22:33:29 GMT -5
"I Love This Bar" really gew on me. At first I thought it was good, but nothing great, but the more I heard it, the more I liked it. I guess the fact that it kinda reminds me of the local bars by my parents house added to the appeal. I think a lot of people related to that song.
Same thing with "American Soldier". The fact that we are in a war now, makes it relatable, especially if you know someone in the service. Whether it be humerous songs like "How Do You Like Me Now" or more serious tunes, Toby writes songs people can relate to. That is why his songs are so popular.
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Post by chebingeo on Dec 24, 2003 0:09:37 GMT -5
it seems that anything Toby puts out these days is a big hit, regardless of quality. The pop chart is full of acts like this. |
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