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Smoke Rings in the Dark (song)

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Wikipedia article




"'Smoke Rings in the Dark'" is a song written by Rivers Rutherford and Houston Robert and recorded by American country music artist Gary Allan. It was released in August 1999 as the first single and title track from Allan's 1999 album of the same name. The song peaked at number 12 on the U.S. 'Billboard' Hot Country Songs chart in February 2000. It also reached 76 on the 'Billboard' Hot 100 and became his highest-charting single in Canada at number 5.

Content



The song deals with the pain of unrequited love. The narrator states that all he will leave his significant other like "smoke rings in the dark."

Critical reception



Chuck Taylor of 'Billboard' magazine reviewed the song favorably, saying that "the production, songwriting, and performance combine to create a record that leaves a stunning impression." Taylor calls Allan's performance "wonderfully nuanced" and saying that the production has a "decidedly retro feel."'Billboard', August 14, 1999

Music video



The music video was directed by Chris Rogers.

Chart positions



"Smoke Rings in the Dark" debuted at number 71 on the U.S. 'Billboard' Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart for the week of August 14, 1999.

Year-end charts



References



Category:1999 singles

Category:1999 songs

Category:Gary Allan songs

Category:Songs written by Rivers Rutherford

Category:Song recordings produced by Tony Brown (record producer)

Category:Song recordings produced by Byron Hill

Category:Song recordings produced by Mark Wright (record producer)

Category:MCA Nashville Records singles

Category:MCA Records singles

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