About The Song
“Rhinestone Cowboy” by Glen Campbell is a renowned song in American country music history, reaching number one on the US Billboard Hot Country Singles chart in 1975 and the top five on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Originally written and recorded by Larry Weiss in 1974, Campbell popularized the song with its release on May 26, 1975, as the lead single from his album of the same name.
The song portrays the story of a faded star who perseveres, holding personal significance for Campbell. It sold over 4 million units and topped the Hot 100, Country, and Adult Contemporary charts in 1975, marking a significant achievement. Despite charting since 1961, “Rhinestone Cowboy” became Campbell’s first No.1 pop hit after 14 years, showcasing its enduring popularity.
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Lyrics
I’ve been walkin’ these streets so long
Singin’ the same old song
I know every crack in these dirty sidewalks of Broadway
Where hustle’s the name of the game
And nice guys get washed away like the snow and the rain
There’s been a load of compromisin’
On the road to my horizon
But I’m gonna be where the lights are shinin’ on me
Like a rhinestone cowboy
Riding out on a horse in a star-spangled rodeo
Like a rhinestone cowboy
Getting cards and letters from people I don’t even know
And offers comin’ over the phone
Well, I really don’t mind the rain
And a smile can hide all the pain
But you’re down when you’re ridin’ the train
That’s takin’ the long way
And I dream of the things I’ll do
With a subway token and a dollar tucked inside my shoe
There’ll be a load of compromisin’
On the road to my horizon
But I’m gonna be where the lights are shinin’ on me
Like a rhinestone cowboy
Riding out on a horse in a star-spangled rodeo
Rhinestone cowboy
Gettin’ cards and letters from people I don’t even know
And offers comin’ over the phone
Like a rhinestone cowboy
Riding out on a horse in a star-spangled rodeo
Like a rhinestone cowboy
Gettin’ cards and letters from people I don’t even know….