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Wikipedia article"'Cowboys and Angels'" is a debut song recorded by American country music artist Dustin Lynch. It was released in January 2012 as the first single from his self-titled debut album. Lynch co-wrote the song with Josh Leo and Tim Nichols. ContentThe song is a mid-tempo in the key of B-flat major, although it ends on an EM7 chord. Its verse are in alternating measures of 3/4 and 4/4 time signatures, with a chorus mainly in 4/4 time. It is mainly accompanied by guitars and light percussion. In it, the male narrator compares his personality to that of his lover, saying that the two are like "cowboys and angels". Critical receptionBilly Dukes of 'Taste of Country' gave the song four stars out of five, praising Lynch's "sturdy voice" while saying that the chorus "showcases his natural talent." The song also received a favorable review from Matt Bjorke of 'Roughstock', who wrote that Lynch's "smooth baritone is clear and effective and the lyric is sweet and right on point." Music videoThe music video was directed by Peter Zavadil and filmed in Elgin, Texas. It premiered in April 2012 as part of CMT Big New Music Weekend. An acoustic music video was also filmed for the song, directed by Jessica Wardwell. Chart performance"Cowboys and Angels" debuted at number 59 on the U.S. 'Billboard' Hot Country Songs chart for the week of January 21, 2012. It reached number 2 on that chart in October, behind Jason Aldean's "Take a Little Ride". It also debuted at number 100 on the U.S. 'Billboard' Hot 100 chart for the week of June 2, 2012 and at number 89 on the Canadian Hot 100 chart for the week of August 25, 2012. Year-end chartsCertificationsReferencesCategory:2011 songs Category:2012 debut singles Category:Dustin Lynch songs Category:BBR Music Group singles Category:Songs written by Dustin Lynch Category:Songs written by Josh Leo Category:Songs written by Tim Nichols Category:Song recordings produced by Brett Beavers Category:Music videos directed by Peter Zavadil | |
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