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History in the Making (song)
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Wikipedia article
'"History in the Making"' is a song co-written and recorded by American country music artist Darius Rucker. Written along with Clay Mills and Frank Rogers, it was released in September 2009 as the fourth single from Rucker's album 'Learn to Live'.
Content
"History in the Making" is a song in which the male narrator addresses his new love, telling her that the beginning of their relationship could be a momentous occasion in their lives.
Critical reception
Brittney McKenna of Engine 145 gave the song a thumbs-down review, calling the song "a formulaic but catchy little number about a relationship of 'historic' proportions." but describing Rucker's voice favorably. Matt Bjorke of 'Roughstock' gave a more positive review, saying "The song really feels like it will become part of many wedding playlists" and referring to Rucker's vocal as "flawless [and] passionate."
Music video
The music video was directed by Shane Drake and premiered in late 2009.
Chart performance
"History in the Making" debuted at number 51 on the Hot Country Songs chart dated September 19, 2009. It also debuted at number 99 on the 'Billboard' Hot 100 on the week ending November 7, 2009. It fell off the following week but re-entered at number 90 on the week ending November 21, 2009 and has since reached number 61. "History in the Making" peaked at number three on the country chart in February 2010, becoming Rucker's first single to miss number one.
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References
Category:2009 singles
Category:Darius Rucker songs
Category:Songs written by Darius Rucker
Category:Songs written by Frank Rogers (record producer)
Category:Songs written by Clay Mills
Category:Song recordings produced by Frank Rogers (record producer)
Category:Music videos directed by Shane Drake
Category:Capitol Records Nashville singles
Category:2008 songs
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