About the Song
“South of You” by Toby Keith: An Introduction
“South of You” is a country song written and recorded by American country music artist Toby Keith. It was released in October 2011 as the second single from his album Clancy’s Tavern. The song reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and number 12 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
The song is a ballad about a man who is in love with a woman who lives in the South. He sings about how much he loves her and how he misses her when he’s away. The song also describes the beauty of the South and the woman’s southern charm.
“South of You” is a beautiful and moving song that has become a classic country hit. It is a song about love, loss, and longing, and it has resonated with listeners of all ages.
Toby Keith
Toby Keith is an American country music singer, songwriter, and record producer. He has released 19 studio albums, 2 live albums, 3 compilation albums, and 54 singles. Keith has sold over 40 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling country music artists of all time.
Keith was born in Clinton, Oklahoma, in 1961. He began playing music at a young age, and he formed his first band in high school. Keith moved to Nashville, Tennessee, in 1984 to pursue a career in country music.
Keith’s first album, Toby Keith, was released in 1993. His second album, Big Dog Daddy, was released in 1994 and featured his first number-one single, “Should’ve Been a Cowboy.” Keith has since released 17 more studio albums, all of which have been certified platinum or higher by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
Keith has won numerous awards for his music, including two Grammy Awards, two American Music Awards, and 19 Academy of Country Music Awards. He has also been inducted into the Grand Ole Opry and the Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame.
Critical reception
“South of You” was well-received by critics. AllMusic praised the song’s “simple, yet effective” melody and lyrics, and called it “a classic country ballad.” Billboard magazine called the song “a beautiful and moving ballad that is sure to become a classic.”
Commercial performance
“South of You” was a commercial success. It reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and number 12 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song was also certified Platinum by the RIAA.
Legacy
“South of You” is a classic country hit that has become a staple of Toby Keith’s live shows. It is a beautiful and moving song about love, loss, and longing, and it has resonated with listeners of all ages.