Don't Get Above Your Raisin'
Ricky Skaggs · Country Gentleman [Epic] [1998]
She just ain't what she used to be
Just a little high headed
Thats plain to see.
Don't get above your raising
Stay down on earth with me
Now looky here gal don't you high hat me
I ain't forgot what you used to be.
When you didn't have nothing
That was plain to see
Don't get above your raising
Stay down on earth with me.
--- Instrumental ---
Now you need not hold your head so high
Every time you pass me by
For it don't mean nothing
To me you see.
Don't get above your raising
Stay sown on earth with me
Now looky here gal you better be yourself
And leave that other stuff on the shelf.
You're country baby
That's plain to see
Don't get above your raising
Stay down on earth with me.
--- Instrumental ---
Now I got a gal that's sweet to me
She just ain't what she used to be
Just a little high headed
Thats plain to see.
Don't get above your raising
Stay down on earth with me...
Don't Get Above Your Raisin'
Ricky Skaggs delivers a spirited country tune on the 1998 album Country Gentleman, showcasing his signature blend of bluegrass instrumentation and honky-tonk rhythm. The track exemplifies his ability to weave traditional Appalachian sounds with modern pop sensibilities, a hallmark of his career spanning decades. With its upbeat tempo and Skaggs' characteristic vocal delivery, the song captures the lively spirit of rural America while maintaining a polished production quality. It stands as a testament to his role in revitalizing country music during the late 1990s, proving that traditional roots could thrive alongside contemporary arrangements. The recording remains a fan favorite, reflecting his enduring influence on the genre.