Introduction:
Released in February 2007, High Maintenance Woman is a country song that served as the lead single for Toby Keith’s eleventh studio album, Big Dog Daddy. The track exemplifies Keith’s signature style, a blend of easygoing country twang with a touch of rock and roll swagger. High Maintenance Woman was co-written by Keith alongside Tim Wilson and Danny Simpson. Keith is no stranger to songwriting, having penned many of his hits throughout his career. This particular song also credits Wilson and Simpson as co-writers, though the extent of their contribution is not publicly available.
High Maintenance Woman was not only the lead single for the album but also its most commercially successful song. The track reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart, a significant accomplishment in the country music industry. It remained at the top spot for four weeks, solidifying High Maintenance Woman as a major hit for Keith.
The song’s critical reception was generally positive. Reviews appreciated the lighthearted and humorous take on a romantic relationship with a high-maintenance partner. High Maintenance Woman became a staple at Keith’s concerts, a sing-along favorite amongst his fans. The music video, directed by Michael Salomon, featured Keith alongside actress Brittany Daniel portraying the High Maintenance Woman.
High Maintenance Woman is a noteworthy song in Toby Keith’s discography. Not only did it top the charts but also captured the essence of his musical style and resonated with his audience. The song remains a popular choice for country radio stations and continues to be a fan favorite at Keith’s live performances.
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I see her layin’ by the poolside every dayShe ain’t got a lot onShe ain’t got a lot to sayShe wouldn’t look my wayBut, buddy, what do you expect?I’m just the fix-it-up boy at the apartment complexAnd she’ll go out dancin’ ’bout 7:15Climb into the back of a long limousineI know where she’s goin’She’s goin’ downtownI’m goin’ downtown too, and take a look aroundShe’s my baby dollShe’s my beauty queenShe’s my movie starBest I ever seenI ain’t hooked it up yetBut I’m tyin’ hard as I canIt’s just a high maintenance womanDon’t want no maintenance manI’m just sittin’ ’round waitin’ on a telephone callAfter water pipe exploded in the living room wallIf your washer and dryer need a repairYou know the handyman’s waitin’And he’ll be right thereTwenty-four hoursSeven days a weekIf it’s gettin’ clogged up or maybe startin’ to leakJust ring up my number, baby, give me a tryYou know I got all the toolsAnd I can satisfyShe’s my baby dollShe’s my beauty queenShe’s my movie starBest I ever seenI ain’t asked her out yet‘Cause I don’t know if I canYou see, a high maintenance womanDon’t want no maintenance manShe’s my baby dollShe’s my beauty queenShe’s my movie starBest I ever seenI ain’t hooked it up yetBut I’m tryin’ hard as I canIt’s just a high maintenance womanDon’t want no maintenance manAin’t no high maintenance womanGonna fall for a maintenance man