About the song
Toby Keith, a name synonymous with red dirt roads, cold beer, and unapologetic patriotism, has carved a niche for himself in the country music landscape. Known for his rebellious spirit and unwavering honesty, Keith has consistently delivered hits that resonate with a wide audience. However, “I Wanna Talk About Me” stands out as a particularly bold and self-indulgent track that showcases the artist’s larger-than-life personality.
Released in 2005 as the lead single from his album “Honkytonk University,” “I Wanna Talk About Me” is a playful and tongue-in-cheek ode to self-obsession. The song’s title itself is a clear declaration of intent, promising a dose of egotism wrapped in a catchy melody. Keith, with his signature raspy vocals, delivers the lyrics with a sense of humor and self-awareness that prevents the song from becoming too narcissistic.
The music video for “I Wanna Talk About Me” further amplifies the song’s comedic tone. It features Keith in a variety of exaggeratedly self-centered scenarios, from hosting his own talk show to starring in a self-produced movie. The video’s over-the-top nature perfectly complements the song’s lyrics, creating a visually entertaining and humorous experience.
While “I Wanna Talk About Me” may not be Keith’s most profound or socially conscious work, it serves as a reminder of his ability to craft catchy and memorable tunes. The song’s infectious chorus and playful lyrics have made it a fan favorite, and it remains a staple of Keith’s live performances.
Ultimately, “I Wanna Talk About Me” is a fun and lighthearted song that allows Keith to indulge in his own ego. It’s a testament to his ability to connect with his audience on a personal level, even when the subject matter is as self-absorbed as the title suggests.
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Lyrics
Yeah, yeah
That’s right
We talk about your work, how your boss is a jerk
We talk about your church, and your head when it hurts
We talk about the troubles you been having with your brother
About your daddy and your mother and your crazy ex-lover
We talk about your friends, and the places that you’ve been
We talk about your skin and the devils on your chin
The polish on your toes and the run in your hose
And god knows we’re gonna talk about your clothes
You know talking about you makes me smile
But every once in a while
I wanna talk about me, wanna talk about i
Wanna talk about number one, oh my, me my
What I think, what I like, what I know, what I want, what I see
I like talking about you, you, you, you usually
But occasionally, I wanna talk about me (me, me, me, me)
I wanna talk about me (me, me)
We talk about your dreams, and we talk about your schemes
Your high school team and your moisturizing cream
We talk about your nanny up in Muncie, Indiana
We talk about your grandma down in Alabama
We talk about your guys of every shape and size
The ones that you despise and the ones you idolize
We talk about your heart, ’bout your brain and your smarts
And your medical charts and when you start
You know talking about you makes me grin
But every now and then
I wanna talk about me, wanna talk about i
Wanna talk about number one, oh my, me my
What I think, what I like, what I know, what I want, what I see
I like talking about you, you, you, you usually
But occasionally, I wanna talk about me (me, me, me, me)
I wanna talk about me (me, me)
I wanna talk about me (me, me, me, me, me)
I wanna talk about me (me, me, me, me, me)
You, you, you, you, you, you, you, you, you, you, you, you, you
I wanna talk about me
I wanna talk about me, wanna talk about i
Wanna talk about number one, oh my, me my
What I think, what I like, what I know, what I want, what I see
I like talking about you, you, you, you usually
But occasionally, I wanna talk about me (me, me, me, me)
I wanna talk about me (me, me)
I wanna talk about me (me, me, me, me)
Oh, me (me, me, me, me)
