I'm Movin' On (Rascal Flatts song)
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"I'm Movin' On" is the title of a song written by Phillip White and D. Vincent Williams, and recorded by the country music
group Rascal Flatts
on their self-titled debut album
. It was released in 2001 as that album's fourth and final single, reaching a peak of #4 on the Billboard
country charts in early 2002.
and piano
. In it, the narrator tells of the troubles that he has had in his past ("I've dealt with my ghosts and I've faced all my demons"). He states that he is "at peace" with himself because he is moving out of the town in which he lives ("I never dreamed home would end up where I don't belong / I'm movin' on").
Gary LeVox said of the song, "I was getting choked up recording it after singing it over and over and trying to get it right. Phillip White and D. Vincent Williams wrote the song. Only one of them was going through tough times, through a divorce, though they worked on it together. "
awards, at which Rascal Flatts also won Top Vocal Group. Joe Don Rooney, Rascal Flatts' lead guitarist, said in an interview with USA Weekend
that he considers the song an example of how the band interacts with their fans: "One time, a guy told us he was addicted to drugs and was considering suicide, then he heard our song 'I'm Movin' On.' He didn't say that the song alone changed his life. But it opened his mind to the thought that he could change his life, and he did."
directed by Shaun Silva was released for the song. It debuted on November 16, 2001 during CMT Most Wanted Live
. The video features footage of a live performance of the song, mixed with scenes of instruments being played and various views of the band members going about their daily lives. DeMarcus is seen exiting an elevator and riding on a subway train, LeVox is frequently seen talking on the phone, and Rooney is shown in a tattoo parlor. Throughout the video, the colors of everything change frequently.
"I'm Movin' On" topped the CMT
Top Twenty Countdown
for the week of March 15, 2002.
Country music
Country music is a popular American musical style that began in the rural Southern United States in the 1920s. It takes its roots from Western cowboy and folk music...
group Rascal Flatts
Rascal Flatts
Rascal Flatts is an American country music band that originated in Columbus, Ohio, United States of America. Since its inception, Rascal Flatts has been composed of three members: Gary LeVox , Jay DeMarcus and Joe Don Rooney...
on their self-titled debut album
Rascal Flatts (album)
-Rascal Flatts:*Gary LeVox - lead vocals*Jay DeMarcus - harmony vocals, bass guitar *Joe Don Rooney - harmony vocals-Additional musicians:*Tim Akers - keyboards*Larry Beaird - acoustic guitar...
. It was released in 2001 as that album's fourth and final single, reaching a peak of #4 on the Billboard
Billboard (magazine)
Billboard is a weekly American magazine devoted to the music industry, and is one of the oldest trade magazines in the world. It maintains several internationally recognized music charts that track the most popular songs and albums in various categories on a weekly basis...
country charts in early 2002.
Content
"I'm Movin' On" is a mid-tempo ballad in triple meter, accompanied by mandolinMandolin
A mandolin is a musical instrument in the lute family . It descends from the mandore, a soprano member of the lute family. The mandolin soundboard comes in many shapes—but generally round or teardrop-shaped, sometimes with scrolls or other projections. A mandolin may have f-holes, or a single...
and piano
Piano
The piano is a musical instrument played by means of a keyboard. It is one of the most popular instruments in the world. Widely used in classical and jazz music for solo performances, ensemble use, chamber music and accompaniment, the piano is also very popular as an aid to composing and rehearsal...
. In it, the narrator tells of the troubles that he has had in his past ("I've dealt with my ghosts and I've faced all my demons"). He states that he is "at peace" with himself because he is moving out of the town in which he lives ("I never dreamed home would end up where I don't belong / I'm movin' on").
Gary LeVox said of the song, "I was getting choked up recording it after singing it over and over and trying to get it right. Phillip White and D. Vincent Williams wrote the song. Only one of them was going through tough times, through a divorce, though they worked on it together. "
Recording
While recording the song and trying to perfect the vocals, LeVox would often get choked up with emotion. According to Joe Don Rooney, "D. Vincent and Phillip [the writers] came in and listened to the final mix. D. Vincent had been having some tough times when he wrote that song. When he got up, he was walking out and said, "Boys, I got to get me a beer. That one hit too close to home. But I do love it." He shook our hands and walked out. That was very, very touching."Reception
The song won the Song of the Year award at the 38th annual Academy of Country MusicAcademy of Country Music
The Academy of Country Music was founded in 1964 in Los Angeles, California as the Country & Western Music Academy. Whereas the Country Music Association, founded in 1958, was based in Nashville, the Academy sought to promote country music in the western states. Among those involved in the...
awards, at which Rascal Flatts also won Top Vocal Group. Joe Don Rooney, Rascal Flatts' lead guitarist, said in an interview with USA Weekend
USA Weekend
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that he considers the song an example of how the band interacts with their fans: "One time, a guy told us he was addicted to drugs and was considering suicide, then he heard our song 'I'm Movin' On.' He didn't say that the song alone changed his life. But it opened his mind to the thought that he could change his life, and he did."
Music video
A music videoMusic video
A music video or song video is a short film integrating a song and imagery, produced for promotional or artistic purposes. Modern music videos are primarily made and used as a marketing device intended to promote the sale of music recordings...
directed by Shaun Silva was released for the song. It debuted on November 16, 2001 during CMT Most Wanted Live
CMT Most Wanted Live
CMT Most Wanted Live, or MWL, is a country music video countdown show which aired on CMT from 2001 to 2004.-History:Most Wanted Live was a country music spin-off of sister network MTV's Total Request Live, which features mostly pop, rap, and R&B videos...
. The video features footage of a live performance of the song, mixed with scenes of instruments being played and various views of the band members going about their daily lives. DeMarcus is seen exiting an elevator and riding on a subway train, LeVox is frequently seen talking on the phone, and Rooney is shown in a tattoo parlor. Throughout the video, the colors of everything change frequently.
"I'm Movin' On" topped the CMT
Country Music Television
Country Music Television, or CMT, is an American country music-oriented cable television network. Programming includes music videos, taped concerts, movies, biographies of country music stars, game shows, and reality programs...
Top Twenty Countdown
Top Twenty Countdown
Top 20 Countdown is a show on CMT.The show counts down the biggest videos in country music and was originally hosted by Lance Smith. Top Twenty Countdown airs every Friday at 11:00 a.m. and reruns on Saturday at 11 a.m. and Sunday at 11:30 a.m. Besides showing the biggest videos, Lance also shows...
for the week of March 15, 2002.
Chart performance
"I'm Movin' On" debuted at number 57 on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks for the chart week of October 13, 2001.| Chart (2001–2002) | Peak position |
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