Jordan Davis - Singles You Up (audio) | Top 50 SIMPLE |

They jokingly told Ebach he was "smart not to single her up". Davis initially worried the phrase might be "really dumb," but they decided to lean into the concept of a "gentlemanly" romantic rivalry.

"Singles You Up" is the breakthrough debut single by American country artist , released in June 2017 as the lead track from his album Home State . The song was a major commercial success, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Country Airplay chart in 2018 and eventually earning 4x Platinum certification from the RIAA. Story and Inspiration

Well, I'm sorry if I'm overstepping boundariesI don't mean to be, but I've just got to tell you how I feel Jordan Davis - Singles You Up (Audio)

While the song's lyrics describe a man waiting for a girl's current relationship to fail so he can "swoop in," the actual inspiration was far more positive.

He hasn't even looked your way since you walked in (walked in)But I can't help it that I can't take my eyes off of youYour favorite song just came on and me and you were singing along (along)And he don't even know a single word They jokingly told Ebach he was "smart not to single her up"

If he ever singles you up, if he's ever stupid enoughI'ma be the first one calling you baby (baby)If he ain't holding you tight, if he ain't treating you rightI'ma be the first one calling him crazy (crazy)'Cause girl, it's just a matter of time until you findThat the right guy's staring you back into your eyes, right nowNo rush, but if he ever singles you upIf he ever singles you upI'ma be the first to call baby

The phrase "singles you up" came about during a writing session when Davis and co-writer Steven Dale Jones were congratulating fellow writer Justin Ebach on his recent engagement. The song was a major commercial success, reaching No

The track focuses on a narrator observing a woman in a relationship where she isn't being fully appreciated, patiently letting her know he's ready if her current boyfriend ever "screws it up". Song Lyrics