About the Song
“How Do You Like Me Now?!” is a country song written and recorded by American country music artist Toby Keith. It was released in November 1999 as the second single from his album of the same name. The song reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart in the United States and number 34 on the Billboard Hot 100.
The song is a tongue-in-cheek anthem about a man who has finally achieved success and is now asking his former lover how she likes him now. The song’s lyrics are full of braggadocio and self-confidence, and the song’s upbeat tempo and catchy melody make it a perfect sing-along.
“How Do You Like Me Now?!” is a signature song for Toby Keith, and it has become a staple of country radio. The song has been covered by many other artists, including Trace Adkins, Jason Aldean, and Brantley Gilbert.
Toby Keith is an American country music singer, songwriter, and record producer. He has released 19 studio albums, 2 Christmas albums, 3 compilation albums, and 1 live album. Keith has sold over 40 million albums worldwide and has had over 30 singles reach number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.
Keith was born in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, in 1961. He began playing music at a young age, and he started writing songs in his teens. Keith moved to Nashville, Tennessee, in 1990 to pursue a career in country music.
Keith’s first album, Toby Keith, was released in 1993. The album was a success, and it spawned the hit singles “Should’ve Been a Cowboy” and “A Little Less Talk and a Lot More Action”. Keith’s second album, Big Dog Daddy, was released in 1994. The album was even more successful than his first, and it spawned the hit singles “Who’s That Man” and “I’m So Happy I Can’t Stop Crying”.
Keith has continued to release successful albums throughout his career. Some of his most popular albums include Dream Walkin’ (1996), How Do You Like Me Now?! (1999), Pull My Chain (2001), Unleashed (2002), and Shock’n Y’all (2003).
Keith is known for his outspoken personality and his conservative political views. He has been a vocal supporter of the United States military, and he has frequently performed for troops overseas. Keith has also been a critic of the Iraq War and the Obama administration.
“How Do You Like Me Now?!” is a classic country song that has stood the test of time. It is a catchy, upbeat song with a message of self-confidence and determination. The song is a perfect example of Toby Keith’s signature style, and it is sure to get you singing along.
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Yeah, I was always the crazy one broke into the stadiumAnd I wrote your number on the 50-yard lineYou were always the perfect one and a valedictorianSo under your number I wrote “Call for a good time”I only wanted to get your attentionBut you overlooked me somehowBesides, you had too many boyfriends to mentionAnd I played my guitar too loudHow do you like me now?How do you like me now?Now that I’m on my wayDo you still think I’m crazy standing here today?I couldn’t make you love me but I always dreamed about livin’ in your radioHow do you like me now?When I took off to TennesseeI heard that you made fun of meNever imagined I’d make it this farThen you married into the money girlAin’t it a cruel and funny world?He took your dreams, and he tore them apartHe never comes home, and you’re always aloneAnd your kids hear you cry down the hallAlarm clock starts ringin’ who could that be singin’It’s me baby, with your wake-up callHow do you like me now?How do you like me now?Now that I’m on my wayDo you still think I’m crazy standing here today?I couldn’t make you love me but I always dreamed about living in your radioHow do like me now? YeahHow do you like me now?Now that I’m on my wayDo you still think I’m crazy standing here today?I couldn’t make you love me but I always dreamed about living in your radioHow do you like me now?Tell me, babyI will preach on
