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Self Made Man

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Wikipedia article




"'Self Made Man'" is a song recorded by American country music duo Montgomery Gentry. It was released in April 2000 as the fourth single from the album 'Tattoos & Scars'. The song reached #31 on the 'Billboard' Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart. The song was written by Wynn Varble and Jay Knowles.

Content



The song's subject matter is about how, although a range of factors can be blamed for one's successes and failures, ultimately it is oneself that is to blame for both.

Critical reception



A review in 'Billboard' was positive, contrasting the song with the "hillbilly bluster" of their previous singles while also praising the "regret" in Eddie Montgomery's vocal delivery.

Chart performance



References



Category:2000 singles

Category:1999 songs

Category:Montgomery Gentry songs

Category:Songs written by Jay Knowles

Category:Songs written by Wynn Varble

Category:Columbia Records singles


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