About the song
Tim McGraw’s “Humble and Kind” is a country song that has become a modern classic. Released in 2016, the song topped the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and won the Grammy Award for Best Country Song. Written by Lori McKenna, the song’s lyrics are a simple but powerful message about the importance of humility and kindness.
The song begins with McGraw singing about the importance of being humble. He sings about how it is important to be grateful for what you have and to not take yourself too seriously. He also sings about how it is important to be kind to others, even when they are different from you.
The chorus of the song is a simple but powerful reminder to be humble and kind. McGraw sings, “Don’t take for granted the love this life gives you / When you get where you’re going, don’t forget turn back around / Help the next one in line / Always stay humble and kind.”
The song’s message is especially relevant in today’s world. We live in a time when people are constantly bombarded with messages about how they should be more successful, more beautiful, and more popular. It is easy to get caught up in this rat race and forget about the importance of being humble and kind.
“Humble and Kind” is a reminder that it is okay to not be perfect. It is okay to make mistakes and to not have everything figured out. What is most important is that we treat others with kindness and respect.
The song is a beautiful and inspiring message that everyone needs to hear. It is a reminder that the most important things in life are not material possessions or success. The most important things are the people we love and the kindness we show to others.
If you are looking for a song that will uplift you and inspire you to be a better person, then “Humble and Kind” is the song for you. It is a song that will stay with you long after you have heard it.
Here are some additional details about the song:
- The song was written by Lori McKenna, who is a singer-songwriter from Massachusetts.
- The song was released on January 20, 2016, as the second single from McGraw’s fourteenth studio album, Damn Country Music.
- The song reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and number 11 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
- The song won the Grammy Award for Best Country Song in 2017.
- The song has been covered by many artists, including Lady Gaga, Brad Paisley, and Darius Rucker.
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Lyrics
[Verse 1]
You know there’s a light that glows by the front door
Don’t forget the keys under the mat
When childhood stars shine
Always stay humble and kind
Go to church ’cause your momma says to
Visit grandpa every chance that you can
It won’t be wasted time
Always stay humble and kind
[Chorus]
Hold the door, say please, say thank you
Don’t steal, don’t cheat, and don’t lie
I know you got mountains to climb but
Always stay humble and kind
When the dreams you’re dreamin’ come to you
When the work you put in is realized
Let yourself feel the pride but
Always stay humble and kind
[Verse 2]
Don’t expect a free ride from no one
Don’t hold a grudge or a chip and here’s why
Bitterness keeps you from flyin’
Always stay humble and kind
Know the difference between sleepin’ with someone
And sleepin’ with someone you love
“I love you” ain’t no pickup line, so
Always stay humble and kind
[Chorus]
Hold the door, say please, say thank you
Don’t steal, don’t cheat, and don’t lie
I know you got mountains to climb but
Always stay humble and kind
When those dreams you’re dreamin’ come to you
When the work you put in is realized
Let yourself feel the pride but
Always stay humble and kind (Yeah)
[Outro]
When it’s hot, eat a root beer popsicle
Shut off the AC and roll the windows down
Let that summer sun shine
Always stay humble and kind
Don’t take for granted the love this life gives you
When you get where you’re goin’, don’t forget turn back around
And help the next one in line
Always stay humble and kind