Introduction:
Released in 2008 on Toby Keith’s album That Don’t Make Me a Bad Guy, I Got It for You Girl is a romantic ballad that showcases a different side of the often brash country music icon. Keith, a singer known for his rugged persona and anthemic songs about patriotism and blue-collar life, leans into a softer side with this track.
The song itself is credited to two writers alongside Keith: Bobby Pinson and Toby Keith. Pinson is a journeyman songwriter with cuts recorded by artists like Trace Adkins and George Strait. I Got It for You Girl was not produced by a big-name producer, but by Toby Keith himself, along with Buffington. This creative decision gives the song a personal touch, and perhaps reflects the intimate nature of the lyrics.
I Got It for You Girl became a hit on the country charts, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart. The song also crossed over to the Billboard Hot 100 chart, peaking at number 14. This dual-chart success demonstrates the song’s appeal to both country traditionalists and a wider audience. I Got It for You Girl was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for sales exceeding one million units. This sales achievement solidified the song’s place as a commercial success for Keith.
While acclaim from critics can be fleeting in the world of popular music, I Got It for You Girl received generally positive reviews. Critics noted the song’s sincerity and Keith’s effective delivery. The song’s success on the charts and positive critical reception together solidify I Got It for You Girl as a significant song in Toby Keith’s discography.
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Lyrics:
I know sometimes you need me to be tenderI don’t give you much to go onSo I’m amazed at how you hold on to meBaby girl I’ve never been this close beforeNever opened up that doorI’m still finding my waySomething else that lovers doWhen I’ve been by myselfNever had to talk aboutMovin’ in with someone elseThen you kiss my faceAnd it makes me smileGirl I want to lay with you,Right here with youFor a little whileWhen I feel that rushComing down all over meYou’re as fast as I can seeThat’s tender as I wanna beTender as I wanna beGirl it’s so tenderNo maybe it’s that hardTo find someone to please meOr it could be that real true loveSometimes don’t come easyNo it don’t come easyThen you kiss my faceAnd it makes me smileGirl I want to lay with you,Right here with youFor a little whileWhen I feel that rushComing down all over meYou’re as fast as I can seeThat’s tender as I wanna beTender as I wanna beGirl it’s so tender