The Story Behind "Should've Been A Cowboy"

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Toby tells the story behind "Should've Been A Cowboy", one of the tracks on his 100% Songwriter album, a compilation of hits he wrote solo. tobykeith.lnk.to/songwriter

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  • @dammitmandy1166
    @dammitmandy11665 ай бұрын

    Toby, I hope u know what a difference you made for the armed forces at a time when u were desperately needed… we will always appreciate you 🦅

  • @BroughtToYouByDDean

    @BroughtToYouByDDean

    5 ай бұрын

    Thank you for your service and welcome home soldier 🫡

  • @SouthOfSanity79

    @SouthOfSanity79

    4 ай бұрын

    You're damn right we will. I saw him for one of those uso shows. The man gave me a hug we talked for a few minutes and I got to let him know how his music was there as an integral part of the soundtrack of my life for so many years throughout the 90s. Like when I met my daughter's mother. Took advantage I want to hear songs playing in the background and I got that first kiss and yeah a little army of daughters later yep hahaha. Unfortunately yeah you're divorced now. I was in tears when I learned of this man's passing. 🫡🇺🇸🙏

  • @jfreeze8743

    @jfreeze8743

    8 күн бұрын

    For real, he was so great at the height of the war when I was in 15 years ago. Such a great dude by everything I can see.

  • @coltonmartinez4434
    @coltonmartinez44345 ай бұрын

    Say hello to my daddy sir. He died of Cancer in 09. I was 7. He had me grow up on your tunes and I am a better man for it 🙏🧡

  • @dammitmandy1166

    @dammitmandy1166

    4 ай бұрын

    I’m sorry for your loss…. 7 years old without ur dad is rough. Blessings to you and ur family always 💕🙏

  • @jfreeze8743

    @jfreeze8743

    8 күн бұрын

    Prayers for you. Life can be tough and beautiful for a young man, I've had my own struggles. Put God first and continue growing. Which I know doesn't help in a moment of turmoil but it will get better with strength and perseverance.

  • @ToddFessenden-gz2zq
    @ToddFessenden-gz2zq5 ай бұрын

    My scout troop uses American Soldier after Taps for flag retirement. When flags are cut into proper sections then placed into a fire for proper retirement. The next morning, grommets are sifted out. Ashes collected ,placed in a container and laid to rest with honors. Be blessed my brother in Christ.

  • @Andy-wn8ik
    @Andy-wn8ik4 ай бұрын

    This is the song that put Toby Keith on the map. Big Time!

  • @valeriejaycox5316
    @valeriejaycox53165 ай бұрын

    And what a great tune it is. Just love all your music you are absolutely awesome. So hope you are doing well. Like to see you out there again. Best wishes for you and your family.

  • @attsegn8290
    @attsegn82905 ай бұрын

    Personally, I think it's the best country song ever written. I'm not a huge country fan, but when I listen to it, there's gotta be some Toby, or I'm not gonna stay listening long.

  • @JJLewis-so1iq
    @JJLewis-so1iq5 ай бұрын

    Rest in peace Toby. You certainly made an impact on this world. Prayers for your family

  • @SlimothyJimothy621
    @SlimothyJimothy6215 ай бұрын

    Mr. Keith, I’m not usually a big fan of country music that came after the 80s, but you stayed true to the old sound with your own spin on it, and for that, I must truly respect you, sir.

  • @debbiesmitherman9295
    @debbiesmitherman92955 ай бұрын

    Love you Toby ! Prayers sent ! ❤️❤️🙏🙏

  • @carolynhughes5370
    @carolynhughes53704 ай бұрын

    From a fellow Okie.....so MANY people have great memories of you. You have affected their lives for the better in so many ways. Along with your music, that is your legacy! Fly high cowboy and sing for all the angels. I have alot of family up there listening. Can't wait to join them and you!

  • @VfB-bc4kh
    @VfB-bc4kh5 ай бұрын

    You are a wonderful and great country singer. I love your music so much. You made me love country music. Your profound and great songs have often helped me in my life. Farewell Toby. Your music will always be in my heart.❤😢🕯

  • @cindyroman1470
    @cindyroman14705 ай бұрын

    I remember when I first started listening to your music I the 1990’s, I was one my way to see you at the Santa Clara County Fair in my Jeep, top off and “Should Have Been a Cowboy” came on the radio !!! I was as Happy as I could be!!! Thanks for the memories and your music!!! Love ya Toby😍

  • @Yyll-il3
    @Yyll-il35 ай бұрын

    It’s a funny story to a beautiful song. I tell it to all my friends and family who like country music. It always gets a good laugh, so T keep making people smile!

  • @CRR8980
    @CRR89804 ай бұрын

    Rest in peace Toby you were always one of my favorite country singers!🇺🇸🦅

  • @user-tv6es5fp4e
    @user-tv6es5fp4e5 ай бұрын

    He wrote this song back in the 90s when the dallas cowboys were in every Superbowl for years in a row. The song is every other player on all the other teams wishin they were cowboys

  • @brendahutchins6541
    @brendahutchins65415 ай бұрын

    Great story, Great song!

  • @Dakota-xi6cg
    @Dakota-xi6cg5 ай бұрын

    You'll ALWAYS be the best Country Singer alive...and the sexiest too!😘

  • @Nicole_Jewell
    @Nicole_Jewell5 ай бұрын

    Love this story. God bless you for all your hard work and prayers still being sent to you. Much love to you and your family. I have always been a fan of yours every since you first came out and always will be a fan of yours.

  • @hollyrock911
    @hollyrock9115 ай бұрын

    i have sang that phrase a million times. Good one.

  • @lillianmcgrew217
    @lillianmcgrew2175 ай бұрын

    I love this. I am praying for you Toby ❤❤

  • @gaylemamabutterfly
    @gaylemamabutterfly5 ай бұрын

    Hi Toby .... it's interesting how hearing a phrase can get your brain putting a whole song together and a real good one at that. Take care.

  • @jackson5781
    @jackson57815 ай бұрын

    Dodge city Ks my Great Grandparents used to live there. I absolutely loved the old west when I grew up in the 80s and all the historical scenes.

  • @stargater2892
    @stargater28925 ай бұрын

    Love the story and the song. I'm partial to Dream Walkin'.

  • @BubbasndRayEarl
    @BubbasndRayEarl5 ай бұрын

    I used to rodeo in Southern Kansas. Argonia, Conway Springs, Medicine Lodge and Dodge City. Had a horse ranch just outside of Clearwater. Team roper. Just amateurs. When ever local ranchers neded to move cattle from off one pasture to another they called us. We were always happy to oblige. We'd load up our horses and cow dogs, grab some good cheer to put in our saddle bags and move cattle. It was just South of Wichita on what was once the Chisholm trail. My friends and I moved hundreds and hundreds of cattle on the Chisholm trail. I did 23 years in the US military. To this day combat team and cowboy buddies were the best men I've ever met.

  • @bobp3738
    @bobp37385 ай бұрын

    Great story, great lyrics, even better song!

  • @phylliswurm9473
    @phylliswurm94735 ай бұрын

    Hi Toby and wishing you and family a great upcoming year. From a long time fan. 👍

  • @martypowell5723
    @martypowell57235 ай бұрын

    My son has never been a fan of country music. He's more into heavy metal & some old rock. Until he heard, Shoulda Been A Cowboy! He absolutely loves that song. Also, when my oldest grandson was maybe 4 yrs old, he listened to music with me. He loved Toby! When he was maybe 6 or 7, Toby came to Peoria, IL so I took him to the concert. We both loved it & a great memory for both of us ❤️

  • @WNCBlueRidgeBlondie1
    @WNCBlueRidgeBlondie15 ай бұрын

    It's a great song.

  • @user-zi4ib5ts9m
    @user-zi4ib5ts9m5 ай бұрын

    Praying for GOD to heal and protect you ..to send you hope and comfort.

  • @loislewis2794
    @loislewis27945 ай бұрын

    I love this song, as well as Don't Let the Old Man In, and Courtesy of the Red, White and Blue. Personally I think that song is a piece of American history, just like Alan Jackson's, Where Were You When the World Stopped Spinning. Praying in Arkansas for your healing.

  • @anjledube7026
    @anjledube70265 ай бұрын

    Just prayers that you get better and better every day. Love that big dog.

  • @KodiakCookieMonster
    @KodiakCookieMonster5 ай бұрын

    I cried when you sang this song! Wish you would come to Northern, Minnesota! Also wish I could go to your little gas station where u sing ❤️ thinking of u and your family always! God Bless

  • @davidcreager1945
    @davidcreager19455 ай бұрын

    Best wishes Toby !!!

  • @maryannsarkady7950
    @maryannsarkady79505 ай бұрын

    I hope your health improves, sending hugs and prayers 🙏🏻🙏🏻

  • @joannjones544
    @joannjones5445 ай бұрын

    Toby Keith ❤🙏 Your love of music and people... You are such a jewel... Thank you for keeping us updated🎉 We are certainly celebrating your bounce back🤗 Congratulations on your total sold out concerts. Should have been a cowboy , one of my favorite songs. God bless and God speed❤🙏

  • @original1951
    @original19515 ай бұрын

    I've been listening to Marty Haggards praise music. I've found comfort with the lyrics . Jesus loves us and we don't tell him enough we love him. So if you love Jesus and believe he is the way the truth and the life. God bless you ! Anything is possible with christ our lord. I love you Jesus !

  • @matthewchild
    @matthewchild4 ай бұрын

    Great song! We all miss you, old friend.

  • @Jebbie1976
    @Jebbie19765 ай бұрын

    Go with God Toby. 💔 Thanks for the memories.

  • @dawncarolus7579
    @dawncarolus75795 ай бұрын

    So many great songs, such obvious love for your craft, and support for kids with cancer through your foundation. Surely you sir will be sorely missed. Rest in the peace of The Lord. 🕊️

  • @ALCALPONE888
    @ALCALPONE8885 ай бұрын

    That sounds one of my mind and my daughter's favorites going to dance to her wedding when she's older

  • @carlo6230
    @carlo62305 ай бұрын

    HANG IN THERE TOBY.....MAY THE LORD BE WITH US

  • @brianselt291
    @brianselt2915 ай бұрын

    I usually say “20 other knuckleheads “ because I resemble that remark.

  • @patalexander3702
    @patalexander37025 ай бұрын

    God Bless Toby for all he does, yep for the Cowboys and the Cowgirls too! Love them songs, can’t do without them!

  • @carollippincott7750
    @carollippincott77505 ай бұрын

    Hi Toby ! Wishing U Well Hope All Is Good!! Luv, Hugs , Prayers Sent Your Way!! ❤❤❤

  • @blacksea7779
    @blacksea77795 ай бұрын

    Toby. Stay strong.

  • @DavilaLiliana

    @DavilaLiliana

    16 күн бұрын

    l agree with you, indeed Toby Keith is a great and talented artist who's songs never goes out of style,he's one of my favorites artist, he's songs still and always heals the Soul, I pray God gives you lot of beautiful days!!

  • @LindaThompson-ly2vc
    @LindaThompson-ly2vc5 ай бұрын

    Toby keith..when I heard DONT LET THE OLD MAN IN ..in November 2023 I LOVED IT...I cried because my partner of 34 years died of cancer 6 months Pryor...on my birth day March 14..2023...I know he had never heard it ..because if he had...he would of played and sang it EVERYDAY....I LOVE YOU TK...YOUR THE BEST...COME TO SOUTH LOUISIANA PLEASE 🙏 ❤️ 😘

  • @claudiasmoak4006
    @claudiasmoak40065 ай бұрын

    I love that song! I play it quite often on Amazon music. I've been praying for you.

  • @Matt.Hemple
    @Matt.Hemple5 ай бұрын

    Toby!

  • @Chasing28Smith12
    @Chasing28Smith125 ай бұрын

    You are so cool, thanks for everything my brother and the meet n greet in Glasgow Scotland I will never forget 09/11/11

  • @florakarau5336
    @florakarau53364 ай бұрын

    Toby, am go miss miss you I love this song 😢😢😢. I love you Toby, go to heaven

  • @f.davidbush9093
    @f.davidbush90935 ай бұрын

    Great little song. I sang it in a talent show long ago. Love your work. God bless and fight on 😊

  • @patriciariddle2997
    @patriciariddle29975 ай бұрын

    Love that song! Love all your music. I've been to so many of your concerts!

  • @wilmabos6286
    @wilmabos62865 ай бұрын

    i love all your songs

  • @rebelrocker7494
    @rebelrocker74945 ай бұрын

    Great Song,Love and Prayers Always 🖤🙏🎶

  • @JaKrispy388
    @JaKrispy3884 ай бұрын

    Miss you Toby. Hard to know I'm watching a man who has passed on....

  • @wesleybullock814
    @wesleybullock8145 ай бұрын

    Hello Mr. Toby.... back in the mid-90s and late 90s I worked in a place in Nashville called the Boundary... it was a great time when you showed up... every time I spoke to you you always said hello and I was just a lowly server... thanks for being a nice person to me when I was Starstruck and just wanted to be your friend but I knew that I couldn't... I think you're down to earth fine fellow

  • @lendonpartain8200
    @lendonpartain82005 ай бұрын

    story to so many great songs dude. they almost write themselves. song writing is a hell of a drug when you finally get the bug.

  • @Marty_Bolton
    @Marty_Bolton5 ай бұрын

    That song was played after each of the Cowboys' 7 TDs in Super Bowl 27 (Jan 1993). The Rose Bowl was rockin'. It was awesome!

  • @louispearson4442

    @louispearson4442

    5 ай бұрын

    Went to a street dance, and the band lV Play performed it with everyone on the street singing!! It was Awesome!! 👍🎉. Thank-you!!! We love you and are praying for you!

  • @kristawelch5048

    @kristawelch5048

    5 ай бұрын

    Yeah, that's when Super Bowl songs were great!! That includes half time shows!! Now, all nasty and lowlife... sad....

  • @dannyb9140
    @dannyb91404 ай бұрын

    We miss you Toby.

  • @jeannineleipzig3507
    @jeannineleipzig35075 ай бұрын

    Love it that was awesome

  • @darrenhighbrow6786
    @darrenhighbrow67865 ай бұрын

    You awesome

  • @The10Syring
    @The10Syring5 ай бұрын

    Prayers to your family! Thanks for your beauty music

  • @MusicwithMase
    @MusicwithMase5 ай бұрын

    I need to check his first album and listen to to his single Should’ve Been A Cowboy

  • @Trapphausmusic
    @Trapphausmusic4 ай бұрын

    What a legend

  • @pamelaharrell6361
    @pamelaharrell63615 ай бұрын

    Love it

  • @GlitchCentralz
    @GlitchCentralz5 ай бұрын

    Been a fan my whole life 🙏 Saddle Up Your Horse And Ride Off To The Heavens Sir 🫡🇺🇸

  • @pogveteranar9415
    @pogveteranar94155 ай бұрын

    Mr. Keith you will be greatly missed. I was and continue to be a fan not just of your music but of your dedication to your music and this great country. Angry American put a voice to what we were all feeling after 9-11. I was just a high school kid but I wanted to do something to help so I joined the Army after I graduated. It seems corny but, when I was in basic they were playing American Soldier at the finish to our final ruck march and that was such a proud day for me. Your music was there for important moments that I will never forget. You will not be forgotten, thank you for all you have given us.

  • @Mark_Haudegen
    @Mark_Haudegen5 ай бұрын

    Hey from germany 😊

  • @GamerQueen7914
    @GamerQueen79145 ай бұрын

    Fly high Toby, you were one of my idols. You will be missed but never forgotten

  • @User39.
    @User39.5 ай бұрын

    Gunsmoke is my favorite show....we should all handle problems like they did on Gunsmoke

  • @lucymartyn8205
    @lucymartyn82055 ай бұрын

    Gosh this news of his passing hurts!!!!! Your music will live on!!!

  • @francinecroce4261
    @francinecroce42615 ай бұрын

    I missyou ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @cutcowboy3696
    @cutcowboy36965 ай бұрын

    Toby brother I dont know personally but ive had friends and family that have had whatever kinda cancer there is. I love listening to you just know you are regarded as the most influential country singers out there.

  • @carolannelewis8510
    @carolannelewis85105 ай бұрын

    Look after yourself toby love the songs play them most days x

  • @derek89273
    @derek892735 ай бұрын

    Stay strong Toby

  • @tsidow2008
    @tsidow20084 ай бұрын

    Rest in peace toby

  • @IvanSnegireff-eg8td
    @IvanSnegireff-eg8td5 ай бұрын

    ❤❤ I love songs

  • @jackhenry290
    @jackhenry2904 ай бұрын

    I shoulda been a cowboy is such an iconic American song. 😂 but most of Toby Keith music tends to be.

  • @lilliannuccio8820
    @lilliannuccio88205 ай бұрын

    ❤🙏🏽❤🙏🏽❤🙏🏽

  • @HORRUS29
    @HORRUS294 ай бұрын

    Rest in peace

  • @JamesJones-iv9ji
    @JamesJones-iv9jiАй бұрын

    We miss you Toby 😢😢

  • @DavilaLiliana

    @DavilaLiliana

    16 күн бұрын

    Hello How are you

  • @JamesJones-iv9ji

    @JamesJones-iv9ji

    13 күн бұрын

    Hi

  • @glorialeibig7916
    @glorialeibig79165 ай бұрын

  • @nativespiritindian8278
    @nativespiritindian82785 ай бұрын

    ATLEAST, YOU GOT TO LIVE RICH WE ALL MAY NEVER KNOW THAT FELLING

  • @kimberlycornelius7911
    @kimberlycornelius79115 ай бұрын

    I don't always agree with your politics but love your music just get better and come back,my favorite # i ain't as good as i once was !

  • @Jess-kn8vl
    @Jess-kn8vl5 ай бұрын

    🕯🕊

  • @onguad
    @onguad3 ай бұрын

    He’s drinking from a shining cup and riding that golden highway in the sky.

  • @wesleybullock814
    @wesleybullock8145 ай бұрын

    🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

  • @sandysandy1937
    @sandysandy19375 ай бұрын

    "How do you like me now." The High School girl? Story behind that one . Your still the one TK.

  • @MTBTexasBikeRider
    @MTBTexasBikeRider5 ай бұрын

    🙏💔

  • @fytghggyungf7601
    @fytghggyungf76015 ай бұрын

    Love the look! Giving me Karl Lagerfeld vibes❤

  • @realhorsegarage5359
    @realhorsegarage53594 ай бұрын

    Hell of a song for 20 minutes lol

  • @ToddLynwood
    @ToddLynwood5 ай бұрын

    My college girlfriend had cheated on me with my best friend, I just wanted to run off and be a cowboy hearing this song. Thanks Toby!

  • @bobbyraejohnson
    @bobbyraejohnson4 ай бұрын

    Dang

  • @laurenciachew2561
    @laurenciachew25615 ай бұрын

    Hey sweetie...I hope all is well. Glad you are well and looking good despite you have lost some weight unlike previously you were mire chubby and I actually preferred you when you are fuller. Ok. Nonetheless , you are recovering well and gearing up for your next project. Heard you in Las Vegas. Please take good care 9f your self love ❤ you from Singapore 🇸🇬 ❤

  • @skyportalmusic7178
    @skyportalmusic71785 ай бұрын

    Jesus Loves You

  • @jeffgroves6280
    @jeffgroves62804 ай бұрын

    Dumbas* should not have chewed tobacco! 😨😨😨

  • @user-ek4dw7kn6v
    @user-ek4dw7kn6v5 ай бұрын

    Rest in peace

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