"Could It Be" is a song recorded by American country music artist Charlie Worsham. It was released in January 2013 as his debut single.[1] It is included on his debut album, Rubberband, released on August 20, 2013 via Warner Bros. Records.[2] The song was written by Worsham, Ryan Tyndell and Marty Dodson.[3]
| "Could It Be" | ||||
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| Single by Charlie Worsham | ||||
| from the album Rubberband | ||||
| Released | January 14, 2013 | |||
| Genre | Country | |||
| Length | 3:24 | |||
| Label | Warner Bros. Nashville | |||
| Songwriter(s) | Charlie Worsham Ryan Tyndell Marty Dodson | |||
| Producer(s) | Charlie Worsham Ryan Tyndell | |||
| Charlie Worsham singles chronology | ||||
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Content edit
In the song, the male narrator wakes to find that he and a female friend, after drinking too much alcohol have slept together. The song continues on as the singer wonders if they will become a relationship, pondering "Could it be the end of "Just friends" And the start of something more", or if they should "write it off, as a sweet mistake".
Critical reception edit
Billy Dukes of Taste of Country gave the song four stars out of five, comparing Worsham favorably to Keith Urban and Vince Gill. Dukes wrote that "While he doesn’t show the range Gill is known for on this song, his vocals are similarly smooth" and "after a few listens, lines like those in the pre-chorus begin to stand out."[4] Bobby Peacock of Roughstock gave the song four and a half stars out of five, saying that "Worsham's easygoing charm sells the song, his range and phrasing recalling Marty Roe of Diamond Rio." Peacock also praised the song's "tight production," adding that "strong acoustic guitar riffs and tight percussion are the main focus here, never getting overly loud or overpowering his voice."[5]
Music video edit
The music video was directed by Kristin Barlowe and premiered in February 2013.[6]
Chart performance edit
"Could It Be" debuted at number 60 on the US Billboard Country Airplay chart for the week of January 26, 2013.[7] It also debuted at number 48 on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Songs chart for the week of May 4, 2013. It also debuted at number 97 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart for the week of September 28, 2013.
| Chart (2013) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| Canada Country (Billboard)[8] | 42 |
| US Billboard Hot 100[9] | 94 |
| US Country Airplay (Billboard)[10] | 13 |
| US Hot Country Songs (Billboard)[11] | 28 |
Year-end charts edit
| Chart (2013) | Position |
|---|---|
| US Country Airplay (Billboard)[12] | 54 |
| US Hot Country Songs (Billboard)[13] | 78 |
References edit
- ^ Dauphin, Chuck (March 13, 2013). "615 Spotlight: Charlie Worsham Works 'Could It Be,' Preps Debut Album". Billboard. Retrieved June 11, 2013.
- ^ Bjorke, Matt (May 31, 2013). "Charlie Worsham "Rubberband" Tracklist & Cover Art". Roughstock. Archived from the original on August 4, 2013. Retrieved May 31, 2013.
- ^ Dunkerley, Beville (March 27, 2013). "Charlie Worsham Gets Schooled in Paying His Country Dues". The Boot. Retrieved June 11, 2013.
- ^ Dukes, Billy (January 7, 2013). "Charlie Worsham, 'Could It Be' – Song Review". Taste of Country. Retrieved June 11, 2013.
- ^ Peacock, Bobby (January 31, 2013). "Single Review: Charlie Worsham - "Could It Be"". Roughstock. Archived from the original on June 24, 2013. Retrieved June 11, 2013.
- ^ "CMT : Videos : Charlie Worsham : Could It Be". Country Music Television. Retrieved February 4, 2013.
- ^ Morris, Edward (January 19, 2013). "Taylor Swift, Zac Brown Band Keep the High Ground". Country Music Television. Retrieved June 11, 2013.
- ^ "Charlie Worsham Chart History (Canada Country)". Billboard.
- ^ "Charlie Worsham Chart History (Hot 100)". Billboard.
- ^ "Charlie Worsham Chart History (Country Airplay)". Billboard.
- ^ "Charlie Worsham Chart History (Hot Country Songs)". Billboard.
- ^ "Best of 2013: Country Airplay". Billboard. Retrieved December 13, 2013.
- ^ "Best of 2013: Hot Country Songs". Billboard. Retrieved December 13, 2013.