Introduction:
Toby Keith, a renowned American country music singer, songwriter, actor, and record producer, released the heartwarming ballad Your Smile in 2005. The song became a staple in the country music genre, finding its place on Keith’s studio album Honkytonk University. This energetic record established itself as a commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart.
Your Smile showcases Keith’s signature baritone vocals alongside a classic country music instrumentation that blends acoustic guitars, pedal steel guitar, and drums. The song’s composition is credited to both Keith and songwriter Scotty Emerick. While the production for Your Smile was a collaborative effort between Keith himself and James Stroud, a record producer known for his work in country music with artists like Garth Brooks and Martina McBride.
Your Smile resonated with audiences, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles and Tracks chart. The song’s popularity transcended the country music genre, achieving crossover success by peaking at number 14 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. This dual-chart success solidified Your Smile as a significant hit for Toby Keith. The song’s critical reception was also positive, earning Keith a nomination for Best Male Country Vocal Performance at the 46th Grammy Awards.
Your Smile continues to be a beloved song in Toby Keith’s discography. It has endured as a country music favorite, often played on country radio stations and featured in live performances. The song’s themes of love, encouragement, and finding beauty in a smile have cemented its place as a relatable and timeless classic.
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Now those might be the saddest big ol’ baby blues I ever seenHow did I know you’ve been cryin’Baby, you got makeup running down your cheekYou’re just a queen lookin’ for a crownLost when you stumbled over some silly clownTake that frown, turn it upside down‘Cause you never know who might be fallin’ in love with your smileA broken heart that’s on the mend takes a little time I realizeAnd right now you wouldn’t know true love if it looked you in the eyeGirl, I did my best, I really tried to make you grinAnd before I say goodbye I’m gonna tell you againTo take your frown, turn it upside downOh, you never know who might be fallin’ in love with your smileTake your frown, turn it upside downOh, you never know who might be fallin’ in love with your smileThose might be the saddest big ol’ baby blues I ever seen