Charley Crockett - The Race is On Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who originally wrote the song 'The Race is On'?

   The song 'The Race is On' was originally written by Donald Edmond Rollins.

2. What inspired Charley Crockett to cover 'The Race is On'?

   While the specific inspiration for Charley Crockett's cover isn't detailed, Crockett is known for his affinity for classic country music and has a history of covering songs from influential artists like George Jones, who originally popularized 'The Race is On.'

3. Are there any notable differences between George Jones' and Charley Crockett's versions of 'The Race is On'?

   One notable difference is that George Jones' version has an iconic six-string bass guitar solo played by Kelso Herston. The arrangement, vocal style, and instrumentation may vary between the two artists, but the core lyrics remain the same.

4. Has 'The Race is On' been covered by other artists?

   Yes, 'The Race is On' has been covered by several artists including rockabilly artist Dave Edmunds in collaboration with the Stray Cats for his 1981 album 'Twangin…' and as a duet between George Jones and Travis Tritt for 'The Bradley Barn Sessions' in 1994.

5. What are some of the key themes in 'The Race is On'?

   'The Race is On' deals with themes of heartbreak, competition in love, and emotional pain after a breakup. The lyrics metaphorically describe the emotional turmoil as a horse race, with pride, heartache, and tears being key runners.

6. When was Charley Crockett born and where did he grow up?

   Charley Crockett was born in San Benito, Texas. He grew up in a trailer park in Los Fresnos, Texas, and later moved to Dallas with his single mother and siblings.