About the song
The timeless classic “It’s Hard to Be Humble” by Mac Davis! This iconic song is a testament to the enduring power of music to inspire and uplift us, and its poignant lyrics and catchy melody have made it a beloved classic among music fans of all ages.
Born on December 21, 1942, Mac Davis was an American singer, songwriter, and actor who rose to fame in the 1970s with his unique blend of country, pop, and rock music. Known for his smooth vocals and clever lyrics, Davis was a prolific songwriter who penned hits for many famous artists, including Elvis Presley, Dolly Parton, and Kenny Rogers.
“It’s Hard to Be Humble” is one of Davis’ most iconic and enduring songs, and its message of humility and gratitude has resonated with audiences for generations. The song’s lyrics are a poignant exploration of the challenges of staying humble in the face of success and fame, and its catchy melody is the perfect accompaniment to the song’s emotional lyrics. Whether you’re a seasoned music fan or just discovering this iconic song for the first time, “It’s Hard to Be Humble” is a must-listen that will leave you feeling inspired and uplifted.
Throughout the years, “It’s Hard to Be Humble” has been covered by countless artists, from country legends like Willie Nelson and Merle Haggard to contemporary musicians like Garth Brooks and Brad Paisley. But despite the many interpretations and adaptations, Davis’ original version remains the most iconic and beloved. Its raw emotion, beautiful melody, and heartfelt lyrics have made it a timeless classic that continues to inspire and delight audiences around the world.
In short, “It’s Hard to Be Humble” by Mac Davis is a true country music classic, a song that embodies the spirit of humility and gratitude and the enduring power of music to inspire and uplift us. Whether you’re a seasoned music fan or just discovering this iconic song for the first time, “It’s Hard to Be Humble” is a must-listen that will leave you feeling inspired and uplifted.
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Lyrics
“Back a few months ago, I was headlinin’ a great big nightclub
And they put me up a couple days early, I came in a couple days early
And they put me up in what they call the “Star Suite”
Now here I am, headlinin’ in one of the biggest nightclubs
In the country and I wake up at eight o’clock in the morning
In this “Star Suite” all by myself”
“Awwww”
“Yeah, that’s what I said, “Awwwww.”
“But I did what I’ve always done, man, to cheer myself up
I picked up my guitar, I sat down and I wrote me a little song
Now this is how it feels to be alone at the top of the hill
Tryin’ to figure out why”
Oh Lord it’s hard to be humble
When you’re perfect in every way
I can’t wait to look in the mirror
Cause I get better looking each day
To know me is to love me
I must be a hell of a man
Oh Lord It’s hard to be humble,
But I’m doing the best that I can
I used to have a girlfriend,
But I guess she just couldn’t compete,
With all of these love-starved women,
Who keep cowering at my feet
Oh I probably could find me another,
But I guess they’re all in awe of me
Who cares?
I never get lonesome
Cause I treasure my own company
Oh Lord it’s hard to be humble
When you’re perfect in every way
(I can’t wait to look in the mirror)
I can’t wait to look in the mirror
(Help me out now! Come on)
I get better looking each day
(To know me is to what?)
To know me is to love me
(Must be a hell of man)
I must be a hell of a man
(Oh Lord It’s hard)
Oh Lord It’s hard to be humble,
(When you’re doing what?)
We’re doing the best that we can
I guess you could say I’m a loner
A cowboy out lone, tough, and proud
I could have lots of friends if I wanted
But then I wouldn’t stand out from the crowd
Some folks say that I’m egotistical
Hell I don’t even know what that means
I guess it has something to do
With the way that I fill out my skin tight with jeans
Oh Lord it’s hard to be humble
(When you’re perfect in every way)
When you’re perfect in every way
(Can’t wait to look in the mirror)
I can’t wait to look in the mirror
(‘Cause I get better looking)
I get better looking each day
(To know me is to what?)
To know me is to love me
(Must be a hell of man)
I must be a hell of a man
(Oh Lord It’s hard)
Oh Lord It’s hard to be humble,
(What are we doing?)
We’re doing the best that we can
We’re doing the best that we can