Dwight Yoakam – Fast As You

About the song

Released in October 1993, “Fast As You” is a song by American singer-songwriter and guitarist Dwight Yoakam. It was the third single from his fifth studio album, This Time. The song reached number two on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart and number five on the RPM Country Tracks chart in Canada. It also peaked at number 70 on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming Yoakam’s second single to enter that chart.

“Fast As You” is a mid-tempo country rock song with a driving beat and a catchy melody. The lyrics tell the story of a man who is in love with a woman who is out of his reach. He knows that he will never be able to measure up to her, but he can’t help but hope that one day she will see him for who he is.

The song was written by Yoakam and produced by Pete Anderson. It features a distinctive guitar riff that is played throughout the song. Yoakam’s vocals are strong and passionate, and he delivers the lyrics with a sense of longing and regret.

“Fast As You” was a critical and commercial success. It was praised for its songwriting, production, and Yoakam’s performance. The song has been covered by many artists, including Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood. It remains one of Yoakam’s most popular songs, and it is a staple of his live shows.

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Lyrics

Maybe someday I’ll be strong
Maybe it won’t be long
I’ll be the one who’s tough, yeah
You’ll be the one who’s got it rough

It won’t be long
And maybe I’ll be real strong

Maybe I’ll do things right
Maybe I’ll start tonight
You’ll learn to cry like me, girl
Baby, let’s just wait and see

Maybe I’ll start tonight
And do things right

You’ll control me, oh, so boldly
Rule me ’til I’m free
The pain that shakes me finally makes me
Get up off of my knees
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah

Maybe I’ll be fast as you
Maybe I’ll break hearts too
But I think that you’ll slow down
When your turn to hurt comes around

Maybe I’ll break hearts
And be as fast as you, uh

You’ll control me, oh, so boldly
Rule me ’til I’m free
The pain that shakes me finally makes me
Get up off of my knees

Maybe I’ll be fast as you
Maybe I’ll break hearts too
I think that you’ll slow down
When your turn to hurt comes around

Maybe I’ll break hearts
And be as fast as you
Maybe I’ll break hearts
And be as fast as you

Oh, sookie

Maybe someday I’ll be strong
Maybe it won’t be long
I’ll be the one who’s strong
You’ll be the one who’s got it rough

You’ll be the one who’s got it rough