About the song
Ah, summertime. The days grow longer, the evenings hum with cicadas, and sometimes, even country music legends get a hankering for something a little different. That’s exactly what happened to the one and only Toby Keith back in May 2020. Now, Toby’s no stranger to rocking a stage and captivating audiences with his signature blend of patriotism, grit, and good ol’ fashioned storytelling. But this time around, things were a touch…unconventional.
See, Toby found himself stranded – some might say with a wink and a smile, “quarantined down in Mexico” – and wouldn’t you know it, he forgot his trusty guitar back home in the good ol’ U.S. of A. Now, what’s a country music legend to do without his six-string companion? Well, if you’re Toby Keith, the answer is simple: you improvise.
And that’s how the Furniture Store Guitar Sessions were born. Instead of the roar of a crowd and the flashing lights of a concert hall, Toby found himself wandering the aisles of a furniture store. Now, some folks might scoff at the idea of a legendary musician trading the stage for a sofa showroom. But for Toby, it was a chance to connect with his music in a new way, a way that harkens back to simpler times.
Imagine it for a moment: Toby, surrounded by plush couches and gleaming coffee tables, stumbles upon a lone guitar hanging on a display rack. Perhaps it was a dusty acoustic, gathering cobwebs in a forgotten corner. Maybe it was a bright, new electric with a price tag that could make your eyes water. Regardless, there was something about that instrument that called to Toby.
In that moment, the furniture store transformed. It wasn’t just a place to buy a recliner or a dining set anymore. It became a stage, a platform for Toby to rediscover the raw power of music. And the song he chose for this unique performance? None other than the classic ballad, “(Now and Then There’s) A Fool Such As I”.
This Elvis Presley hit, released in 1959, perfectly captured the spirit of the moment. It’s a song about love and loss, regret and redemption, themes that resonate deeply with folks of all ages. And with Toby at the helm, stripped down to the bare essentials of voice and guitar, the song took on a whole new life.
So, put on your favorite pair of well-worn jeans, grab a glass of iced tea, and settle in for a unique musical experience. Toby Keith’s Furniture Store Guitar Sessions with “(Now and Then There’s) A Fool Such As I” is a testament to the enduring power of music, its ability to connect us with our emotions and tell stories that transcend time and place.