About the song
When you think of warm summer nights, small-town backroads, and the easy joy of dancing under the stars, Scotty McCreery’s “Barefootin’” is the perfect soundtrack to capture that feeling. With his rich, deep voice and signature country charm, McCreery delivers a song that feels like an invitation to kick off your shoes, let loose, and embrace the simple pleasures of life. This track isn’t just music—it’s a mood, a memory, and a celebration all wrapped into one.
Released as part of his 2024 album Rise & Fall, “Barefootin’” is a playful and nostalgic nod to youthful freedom. The lyrics are lighthearted and full of vivid imagery—think bonfires by the lake, carefree dancing, and that irresistible pull of a summer romance. It paints the kind of scene you can almost smell and feel: the scent of fresh-cut grass, the feel of cool dirt under bare feet, and laughter echoing into the night.
What makes this song truly shine is how McCreery blends traditional country instrumentation—like steel guitar and acoustic strumming—with an infectious rhythm that makes you want to move. There’s a laid-back confidence in the way he sings, like he’s telling you, “Hey, life doesn’t have to be complicated. Just take a moment, let go, and enjoy it.”
“Barefootin’” also captures something deeper than just a good time. It’s a reminder of the joy found in slowing down and reconnecting with what really matters: nature, love, friends, and freedom. In a world that often moves too fast, this song is like a pause button for the soul.
Whether you’re a longtime Scotty McCreery fan or new to his music, “Barefootin’” is the kind of song that will make you smile, tap your foot, and maybe even get up and dance—no shoes required.
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Lyrics
Sand bar, Saturday night
Long necks chilling in a bucket of ice
Sun setting right on time
Seashore dancefloor, baby it’s low tide
It seems the band’s playing Carolina girls
Girl I’m thinking I should give mine a whirl
Let’s do some barefootin’, come on
Good looking, kick off them shoes
Let’s make tonight a good one
With some slow dancing and some romancing
Shagging in the sand, baby take my hand
Let’s do some barefootin’, oh, oh
Sundress spinning around, mh-mmh
Making waves in this old beach town
Too many stars to count
We got the motion of the ocean
Going on right now
Let’s do some barefootin’, come on
Good looking, kick off them shoes
Let’s make tonight a good one
With some slow dancing and some romancing
Shagging in the sand, baby take my hand
Let’s do some barefootin’, whoa, oh
Girl what you say
Let’s do some barefootin’, whoa, oh
Well this party’s rocking
But the coast is clear
Girl what you say we just
Disappear and do some…
And do some barefootin’, whoa, oh
Girl what you say
Let’s do some barefootin’, whoa, oh, yeah
Let’s do some barefootin’, come on
Good looking, kick off them shoes
Let’s make tonight a good one
With some slow dancing and some romancing
Shagging in the sand, baby take my hand
Let’s do some barefootin’, whoa, oh
Girl what you say
Let’s do some barefootin’, whoa, oh, yeah
Let’s take it down to the beach
Do some barefootin’, oh
Slow dancing and some romancing, whoa
What you say girl
Let’s do some barefootin’
