Summary
"Spend My Time" is a song co-written and recorded by American country music artist Clint Black. It was released in October 2003 as the second single and title track from his album Spend My Time. It peaked at number 16 in the United States. The song was written by Black and Hayden Nicholas.
| "Spend My Time" | ||||
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| Single by Clint Black | ||||
| from the album Spend My Time | ||||
| B-side | "We All Fall Down" | |||
| Released | October 20, 2003 | |||
| Genre | Country | |||
| Length | 4:06 | |||
| Label | Equity Music Group | |||
| Songwriter(s) | Clint Black Hayden Nicholas | |||
| Producer(s) | Clint Black | |||
| Clint Black singles chronology | ||||
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Background and writing edit
Black said that this song was the result of many hours spent assessing his direction personally and professionally. He stated that it is about deciding to make the best use of his time.[1]
Content edit
The song is a ballad that discusses how one's time is spent and to appreciate the value in every moment.
Critical reception edit
Chuck Taylor, of Billboard magazine reviewed the song favorably saying that the song "signals an exciting new chapter in Black's already impressive career."[2] A review in People said, "While Black once sang about "Killin' Time" on his 1989 debut of the same name, here he sings, "I'm gonna spend my time like it's going out of style" on the easygoing title track."[3] Craig Havighurst of Entertainment Weekly was less favorable, saying that the song "drags",[4] and Brian Mansfield of USA Today said that "Even in a lovely number such as Spend My Time, Black chooses financial metaphors that ultimately cloud his point rather than enhancing it."[5]
Music video edit
The music video was directed by Clint Black himself and premiered in late 2003. It features Black on the road on his tour bus and performing in concert.
Charts edit
"Spend My Time" debuted at number 43 on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks for the week of November 1, 2003.
| Chart (2003–2004) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| US Hot Country Songs (Billboard)[6] | 16 |
| US Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles (Billboard)[7] | 2 |
Year-end charts edit
| Chart (2004) | Position |
|---|---|
| US Country Songs (Billboard)[8] | 60 |
References edit
- ^ ClintBlack.com, (Accessed: February 16, 2011)
- ^ Billboard, November 8, 2003
- ^ People review
- ^ Havighurst, Craig (2004-03-05). "Spend My Time Review". Entertainment Weekly: 69. Retrieved 2013-04-27.
- ^ USA Today review
- ^ "Clint Black Chart History (Hot Country Songs)". Billboard.
- ^ "Clint Black Chart History (Bubbling Under Hot 100)". Billboard.
- ^ "Best of 2004: Country Songs". Billboard. Prometheus Global Media. 2004. Retrieved July 11, 2012.