About The Song
Of course! Brooks & Dunn’s “Neon Moon” is a country classic known for its evocative lyrics and sentimental yearning for simpler times. Here’s a breakdown of this timeless ballad:
Origins and Release:
- Written by Ronnie Dunn himself.
- Released in 1992 as the third single from their debut album “Brand New Man.”
- The song quickly became a major hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart and becoming one of Brooks & Dunn’s signature songs.
Genre: Country
Musical Style:
- The song features a slow tempo and a simple instrumental arrangement with acoustic guitar as the main focus.
- The addition of steel guitar adds a touch of twang and melancholy to the overall sound.
- Brooks & Dunn’s harmonies complement each other perfectly, delivering the lyrics with wistfulness and emotion.
Lyrics and Theme:
- The song expresses a feeling of loneliness and longing for lost love (“If you lose your one and only / There’s always room here for the lonely”).
- The lyrics paint a picture of a bar setting illuminated by a neon moon (“To watch your broken dreams / Dance in and out of the beams / Of a neon moon”).
- The overall feel is nostalgic and melancholy, reflecting on past heartbreak and seeking solace in the company of strangers.
Legacy and Impact:
- “Neon Moon” helped establish Brooks & Dunn as a powerful vocal duo and major forces in 1990s country music.
- The song continues to be a popular choice for country radio, slow dance playlists, and songs that capture the emotions of loss and loneliness.
- It has been covered by numerous artists across various genres, a testament to its universal themes and enduring appeal.
Interesting Tidbits:
- The original demo version of “Neon Moon” featured only Ronnie Dunn on vocals.
- The song was almost not included on Brooks & Dunn’s debut album, but was eventually added at the urging of their producer.
- “Neon Moon” won a Grammy Award for Best Country Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal in 1993.
Want to hear the song?
You can find “Neon Moon” by Brooks & Dunn on most streaming platforms. There’s also a music video available on YouTube: you can search for “Brooks & Dunn – Neon Moon (Official Video)”.
Since you’ve expressed interest in Brooks & Dunn, would you like to explore other songs by them or perhaps delve deeper into country ballads about heartbreak and lost love?
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Lyrics
Let’s sing along with the lyrics!
When the sun goes down on my side of town
That lonesome feeling comes to my door
And the whole world turns blue
There’s a rundown bar ‘cross the railroad tracks
I got a table for two way in the back
Where I sit alone and think of losing you
I spend most every night
Beneath the light
Of a neon moon
Now if you lose your one and only
There’s always room here for the lonely
To watch your broken dreams
Dance in and out of the beams
Of a neon moon
I think of two young lovers running wild and free
I close my eyes and sometimes see
You in the shadows of this smoke-filled room
No telling how many tears I’ve sat here and cried
Or how many lies that I’ve lied
Telling my poor heart she’ll come back someday
Oh, but I’ll be alright
As long as there’s light
From a neon moon
Oh, if you lose your one and only
There’s always room here for the lonely
To watch your broken dreams
Dance in and out of the beams
Of a neon moon
Jukebox plays on, drink by drink
And the words of every sad song seem to say what I think
And its hurt inside of me, ain’t never gonna end
Oh, but I’ll be alright
As long as there’s light
From a neon moon
Oh, if you lose your one and only
There’s always room here for the lonely
To watch your broken dreams
Dance in and out of the beams
Of a neon moon
Come watch your broken dreams
Dance in and out of the beams
Of a neon moon
Oh, watch your broken dreams
Dance in and out of the beams
Of a neon moon
