"Dancin', Shaggin' on the Boulevard" is a song written by

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, Teddy Gentry and Greg Fowler, and recorded by American

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. It was released in June 1997 as the second single from the album, '' Dancin' on the Boulevard''. The song peaked at No. 3 on the ''

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chart in September 1997.

Content

The song is one of several in Alabama's catalog paying tribute to their musical heritage. Here, the band reflects on their days of playing in the clubs of

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Critical reception

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'' magazine reviewed the song favorably, saying that the lyrics "offer a wonderful stroll down memory lane for the members of Alabama." She says that even listeners who are unfamiliar with the band's history will "absolutely love the light and summery feel of the song." The production is described as "skilled" and "prominently marked" and she goes on to say that Owen's "warm and wonderful performance, this single could easily kick off a new dance craze."''

'', July 5, 1997

Music video

The music video was directed by Deaton Flanigen and was filmed in

Chart positions

"Dancin', Shaggin' on the Boulevard" debuted at number 61 on the U.S. ''Billboard'' Hot Country Singles & Tracks for the week of June 28, 1997.

Year-end charts

References

*Himes, Geoffery, Alabama entry in "The Encyclopedia of Country Music: The Ultimate Guide to the Music." Country Music Foundation, Oxford Press, New York, 1998. * Allmusic — ''Dancin', Shaggin' on the Boulevard'' by Alabama 1997 singles Alabama (American band) songs Music videos directed by Deaton-Flanigen Productions Song recordings produced by Don Cook RCA Records singles Songs written by Randy Owen Songs written by Teddy Gentry Songs written by Greg Fowler 1996 songs Songs about music Songs about South Carolina {{1997-country-song-stub