"The Dance"(1989)Tony Arata/Garth Brooks acoustic cover by Steve

"The Dance" is a song written by Tony Arata, and recorded by American country music singer Garth Brooks and the 10th and final track from his self-titled debut album, released on April 12th, 1989. Brooks heard "The Dance" for the 1st time while songwriter Tony Arata , who wrote the song in the early 80's, performed it at Nashville's Bluebird Cafe. The song was inspired by the Kathleen Turner film Peggy Sue Got Married. In 1990, the song's video earned Brooks the Academy of Country Music Award for Video of the Year as well as Song of the Year. Brooks' signature song has also been covered by artists ranging from Mindy McCready to 3 Doors Down. Brooks explains that the song is written with a double meaning, both as a love song about the end of a passionate relationship, and a story of someone dying because of something he believes in after a moment of glory. Thanks very much for taking the time to watch my cover of this great song, and please comment, like, and share if you enjoyed my rendition. Kindest regards....Steve
Disclaimer: All rights reserved to the copyright owners. I do not monetize any of my covers, and only want to share my interpretation of this song for entertainment purposes only without any profit or gain.

[@DaleKoenig-vf2uk]

This song came out doing the best years of my life and it reminds me so much of my ex-husband I miss him so much

[@StevenEarney]

@@DaleKoenig-vf2uk Thanks very much for listening.... I'm really pleased you liked this cover.... Much appreciation! Kindest regards..... Steve

[@DaleKoenig-vf2uk]

Thank you .

[@gardengit]

Didn't know this one...beautiful performance. Melancholy...

[@StevenEarney]

@@gardengit thanks very much for listening Daniel.... I appreciate that my friend!! Have a nice weekend.... Steve

[@HowellOsbornesMusic]

One of the best songs ever. An awesome performance!

[@StevenEarney]

@@HowellOsbornesMusic Thanks so much Howell🙏🙏. I love this song and glad you do as well! Have a great rest of your week... Steve

[@joedewberry]

Beautiful performance Steve. Garth Brooks has such great songs.

[@StevenEarney]

Thanks so much for watching Joe..... I really appreciate it my friend 🤗. All the best and have a great rest of your weekend! Steve

[@LayilaFaon]

It’s a strong and very beautiful touching interpretation

[@StevenEarney]

Thanks very much for listening Layila.... I'm very glad you like this cover....🙏🙏🙏. Kindest regards, Steve

[@maryelizabethreynoldsprice2135]

Wow that was beautiful. I tell you over and over again I would give anything if I could play that guitar like you; You are just so good. Once again that was beautiful great job I loved it .

[@StevenEarney]

Thanks very much Mary for listening my friend...😊... Sorry I didn't see your response right away... apologies! I love this song and glad you liked it too 🤗. Take care and have a great week.... Steve

[@johnnyleppvieilleschanson]

Bonjour mon ami ! Superbe video ! j'aime beaucoup félicitation l un très Grand BRAVO LeTop ! merci beaucoup pour ce beau partage accompagné d'une très belles images je te souhaite une bonne journee Excellente semaine et ac tres bientot ! LIKE /3

[@StevenEarney]

Thanks very much Johnny for dropping by and watching my friend! I really appreciate that and your kind words 🤗. Kindest regards and have a wonderful weekend! Steve

[@JefLBoyd2312]

Always a pleasure to listen to you Steve sounding fantastic my friend great song excellent performance

[@StevenEarney]

Thanks very much for listening Jeff.... I really appreciated my friend and your unwavering support !! Hope you have a wonderful weekend.... Steve

[@canalmeunomeerose]

Que vídeo lindo 😍 obrigada por compartilhar saudações do Brasil 🙌

[@StevenEarney]

Thanks very much for listening I really appreciate that🤗🤗 I'm really glad you liked my cover.... Kindest regards and have a great rest of your weekend.... Steve

[@RalphandMichelle]

Once again, another fantastic performance!

[@StevenEarney]

Thanks very much for all for watching my friend... I appreciate that!!! Hope you have a great Thursday.... Steve

[@DEDE-os7qs]

excellent performance, Steve😊

[@StevenEarney]

Thanks very much Andre for listening my friend.... really appreciate your support 🙏🙏🙏. Kindest regards!! Steve

[@rockstarrichie3680]

Stellar vocals Great song choice my friend

[@StevenEarney]

@@rockstarrichie3680 many thanks Richie for listening my friend..... Glad you liked it!! Steve

[@DanvillRob]

Great song..... great job!

[@StevenEarney]

Thanks very much Bob for listening.... glad you liked it my friend!! I always loved this song 🤗. Have a great rest of your weekend..... Steve

[@pacsun-guitar]

The harmony of your vocal and guitar sound is so good feeling!👍👍👍

[@StevenEarney]

@@pacsun-guitar Thanks very much for watching Pacsun.... I appreciate that my friend! Kindness regards and have a great weekend! Steve

[@fiordelis]

Very nice music my friend, congratulation and claps for you......Lis 😊✨🎹🎵🎶

[@StevenEarney]

Many thanks for listening Lis....I really appreciate your support and glad you liked it my friend! Hope you have a wonderful upcoming week 🤗. Steve

[@ludwigguitar]

This is such a beautiful song and you sang and played superbly with a lot of feeling, dear Steve. Very much enjoyed it, my friend! All the best and have a nice Sunday evening, Ludwig

[@StevenEarney]

Many thanks Ludwig for watching.... I'm really glad you enjoyed this cover my friend.... I love this song 🤗. Have a wonderful Sunday evening as well.... Steve

[@carlangelorivero5051]

You nailed it my friend.Thank you for dharing beautiful music as always❤❤🎸🎸🎸

[@StevenEarney]

@@carlangelorivero5051 Thanks very much Carl for listening my friend and your very kind words 🙏🙏. All the best .. Steve

[@WalkingYoshi]

Hello This is a performance video of the song "The Dance" It's a very nice performance Thank you for the great video 😊🙇👉🔔

[@StevenEarney]

@@WalkingYoshi thanks very much for watching Yoshi and you're very kind words!! Appreciate that..... Kindest regards, Steve

[@GNTRR]

Beautiful performance, thanks for your sharing, enjoyed your wonderful music!! Have a great weekend, dear Steven!

[@StevenEarney]

@@GNTRR thanks very much for watching Aisoke.... I appreciate that very much.... Have a great weekend as well! Steve

[@davidmalton3984]

SOUNDS GREAT STEVE, NEW FRIEND HERE😊😊😊 A GREAT SHARE 😊😊😊😊

[@StevenEarney]

@@davidmalton3984 thanks very much David for stopping by and watching.... I appreciate that!! Really glad you liked my cover 🤗. Kindest regards, Steve

[@davidmalton3984]

@@StevenEarney YOU ARE VERY WELCOME STEVE, I LOVE TO WATCH & LISTEN 🙂😁

[@alfonsdemunter]

Hallo Steve, you did another fine job on this one my dear friend, great stuff ! Love it all the way ! 👍👍 BIG like 15 I wish you a happy weekend ... Fons.

[@StevenEarney]

@@alfonsdemunter thanks very much for watching Fons... I appreciate it very much! Hope you have a great weekend... Steve

[@VictorMawhinney]

Absolutely beautiful Steven 🙏🏼 beautifully played and sung👌👌 BIG👍 No45 👍👍 🎸🎶🎸……Vic👍👍👍

[@StevenEarney]

@@VictorMawhinney Thanks very much Victor for listening my friend, I really appreciate it!! 🙏🙏🙏. Have a great day!! Steve

[@recreepy]

I'm thoroughly impressed-great job!

[@StevenEarney]

Thanks very much for watching my friend.....I really appreciate that!! I'm really glad you enjoyed this cover 🤗. All the best..... Steve

[@KyleCastroTheDrummerBoy090613]

You are Ana awesome Musician my dear friend Steve!! Beautiful performance of yours!! Love and respect Kyle!! 😊🥁🇵🇭

[@StevenEarney]

@@KyleCastroTheDrummerBoy090613 thanks very much for watching Kyle and you're very kind words.... kindest regards, Steve

[@DocVIImusic]

Great job on a very difficult song! Have a wonderful weekend!

[@StevenEarney]

@@DocVIImusic Thanks very much Dave for listening my friend.... I'm really glad you liked this cover my friend! Hope you have a little cooler weekend ..... Steve

[@JonasM63]

Great song great performance Steve. Have a nice weekend.

[@StevenEarney]

@@JonasM63 thanks very much Jonas for watching my friend.... I'm really glad you liked it 🤗. All the best and have a great weekend, Steve

[@umimuko2]

It's a beautiful melody. I love the delicate sound of the guitar. Your playing is amazing! Thank you for sharing!

[@StevenEarney]

@@umimuko2 thanks very much JP for watching my friend.... I'm really glad you liked this cover..... Thanks very much for your support!! Steve

[@-LyDia.Of-France]

Wow !! Very nice song that I discovered! A great job and a great performance that you offer us there! I loved ! Thumbs up 8 Steve !! LyDia ♫♪♫

[@StevenEarney]

@@-LyDia.Of-France Thanks so much Lydia for watching and your very kind words my friend 🤗. Much appreciated!! I hope you have a wonderful weekend ☀️☀️🌞. Steve

[@larlen24]

Beautiful acoustic version my friend Steve! Thanks for sharing👏👏👏😊

[@StevenEarney]

@@larlen24 thanks very much for watching Danilo.... I appreciate that my friend !! 🙏🙏 Hope you have a great weekend.... Steve

[@garyschafer-thepickinpilot9010]

One of my favorite songs. Beautifully performed, Steve 👏👏👍👍🎸🎸

[@StevenEarney]

@@garyschafer-thepickinpilot9010 Thanks very much Gary for listening my friend.. and your very kind words!! Appreciation and have a great weekend!! Steve

[@msmina2863]

Perfect video My dear friend 🎉🎉I am waiting for you.

[@StevenEarney]

@@msmina2863 Thanks much for stopping by and listening MsMina!! Appreciation my friend 🤗 hope you have a wonderful weekend! Steve

[@msmina2863]

@@StevenEarney thanks for you My dear friend ❤ ❤ nice to meet you and I will stay connected 🙏

[@beeetleboy518]

A nice acoustic song Steve very well performed my friend 👍👍🎸😎🎸 BB (👍13 )

[@StevenEarney]

@@beeetleboy518 Thanks so much BB for listening my friend.... really glad you liked my cover! All the best and have a great weekend! Steve

[@stevenkatt1204]

Great guitar playing and tones and I love the way you did the vocal.🔥✌️❤️🎶🎉👏👏👏

[@StevenEarney]

@@stevenkatt1204 Thanks big time for watching Steven.... Glad you liked this GB cover my friend!! Hope you have a great weekend... Steve

[@stuartclifford8795]

Hi Steve - I love this. Well done. Great song. I've almost forgotten the name Garth Brooks. Haven't listened to his stuff for years. I must rectify that. And thanks for explaining the story. Once again you take me back in time. Thanks my friend. Keep pickin' 🙂🎸

[@StevenEarney]

@@stuartclifford8795 Thanks very much Stuart for listening my friend.... really glad you liked it 🙏🙏🙏 Ive always loved this song. Hope you have a great week! Steve

[@honeypotband]

So refreshing

[@StevenEarney]

@@honeypotband Thanks very much for watching....I appreciate that! Kindest regards, Steve

[@profitlauncheryt]

Very cool video, stay updated my friend ! New supporter 43

[@StevenEarney]

@@profitlauncheryt Thanks very much for watching.... I appreciate that!! Kindest regards, Steve

[@BruceLande]

Wonderful! Discovered this after a dear sister in law passed. You capture it beautifully Steven.

[@StevenEarney]

@@BruceLande Thanks very much Bruce for listening my friend.....I appreciate that 🙏🙏🙏 All the best!!! Steve

[@nealepinkney]

Great performance Steve very nice have a great weekend my friend 🎸🎵

[@StevenEarney]

@@nealepinkney Thanks very much Neale for watching my friend! Really glad you liked it my friend 🤗. Have a nice weekend as well... Steve

[@JimmysBasementStudio]

Nice Guitar Playin' Steve, Loved it!!! This is one of my favorite songs by Garth Brooks, Great job my friend!!! 🎙🎸🎶

[@StevenEarney]

@@JimmysBasementStudio Thanks very much Jimmy for watching my friend, much appreciated 🤗. I've always loved this song as well! Have a nice Sunday! Steve

[@stevesguitarinstrumentals]

Hi Steve, A lovely performance my friend I enjoyed this song All the best Steve

[@StevenEarney]

@@stevesguitarinstrumentals thanks very much Steve for stopping by and listening my friend.... Much appreciation! Have a great rest of your weekend... Steve

[@jenfi42]

Beautiful song Steve. I enjoyed your rendition 👍 🎶 have a nice weekend. Greetings. Jenfi

[@StevenEarney]

@@jenfi42 Many thanks Jenfi for listening my friend... I've always loved this Garth Brooks song. He's such a great country singer 🤗. Have a wonderful weekend as well..... Steve

[@FlowEckurt]

Wonderful performance! Big like!😀🎶

[@StevenEarney]

@@FlowEckurt Thanks very much for watching Kurt.... Really glad you liked it my friend!! Hope you're doing well and have a great weekend! Steve

[@PixandthePixies]

Thanks dear friend Steve for sharing this beautiful song. I didn't know It but I liked It very much in your version!❤

[@StevenEarney]

@@PixandthePixies Thanks very much Pix for listening..... really glad you liked this cover . . means alot my friend! Have a nice rest of your Sunday!! Steve

[@musicwith9lives]

got choked up at the first several strums and then you started singing....tears are flowing....the emotion in you vocals and spot on beautiful. This is another one of those songs....I didn't know that Garth didn't write it...and love the story behind it!! Have a wonderful weekend! (ps. I want to learn to play like you do ** ** I'm back to square one...haven't been practicing due to things....my hand cramps up so...but I'll get there...thanks for being an inspiration for this vintage singer)

[@StevenEarney]

@@musicwith9lives Thanks very much Kat for listening and your very kind words my friend 🙏🙏🙏. I'm really glad you liked it 🤗 I've always loved this song. My hands cramp up as well when I practice too much... old man arthritis 😭😭 you do what you can🤗. Keep up the great work Kat👍. Kindest regards, Steve

[@marcguenoun-coversfingerst1609]

Hi Steve, i don't know this song but it's an excellent acoustic cover, bravo and big like. Have a blessed week my dear friend, Marc

[@StevenEarney]

@@marcguenoun-coversfingerst1609 thanks very much for watching Marc...I really appreciate that and your support my friend! Have a wonderful week as well.... Steve

[@LubosMojs]

Excellent performance 🎸🎶🎵

[@StevenEarney]

@@LubosMojs Thanks very much for watching Lubos, much appreciation my friend! Have a nice Sunday! Steve

[@AntHeaven]

24❤❤❤Beautiful play 😊

[@StevenEarney]

@@AntHeaven Thanks very much for watching, I really appreciate that ! Kindest regards and have a great weekend! Steve

[@sharonhamama]

For me it's an unfamiliar song so it's the first time I've heard it, you made it like it was yours. Perfect performance Steve, I love it so much and thank you for introducing me to this song❤

[@StevenEarney]

@@sharonhamama thanks very much Sharon for watching.... I'm really glad you liked it. There's a lot of wonderful classic country music songs out there even I haven't heard. 😱 The song is one of my favorites! All the best and have a great weekend 🤗. .... Steve

[@DEDE-os7qs]

Well Played dear Steve😊

[@StevenEarney]

@@DEDE-os7qs Thanks very much for stopping by and listening Andre!! Much appreciated my friend. Have a great weekend!! Steve

[@Charlieg01]

Well Played Sir hip hip!!!

[@StevenEarney]

@@Charlieg01 thanks very much for stopping by Charlie and listening my friend!!! Much appreciated 🤗. Hope to catch your live today! Have a great Friday and weekend.... Steve

[@KenbismoimaginatioN]

this is awesome content, thanks for sharing

[@StevenEarney]

@@KenbismoimaginatioN thanks very much Kenbismo for listening.... really glad you liked it!! Kindest regards, Steve

[@kennethbuttle8690]

Beautiful!🤗🤗🤗🤗

[@StevenEarney]

@@kennethbuttle8690 Many thanks Ken for listening my friend.... I really appreciate you stopping by! Best regards and have a great weekend! Steve

[@darbassbasscovers]

excellent performance, Steven! - big like and greetings

[@StevenEarney]

@@darbassbasscovers thanks very much for listening Darius.... I'm really you liked this cover my friend!! Kindest regards and have a wonderful weekend! Steve

[@tracybrusman9538]

Beautifully done Steve; nice song! Happy weekend!😍

[@StevenEarney]

@@tracybrusman9538 thanks very much Tracy for stopping by and watching my friend... I really appreciate it 🤗. Hope you have a wonderful weekend... Steve

[@Musikero33]

I love this song Steve! Wonderful cover my friend. Have a great weekend

[@StevenEarney]

@@Musikero33 Thanks very much Musikero , I'm really glad you liked this cover my friend 🤗. Kindest regards and enjoy the weekend.... Steve

[@casciottisongs]

Great song choice

[@StevenEarney]

@@casciottisongs Thanks very much Cas for listening....glad you liked it my friend! Kindest regards.... Steve

[@dlynnloves2sing]

One of my fav songs and you did a fine job!! Thanks for sharing! 😊🎸Was singing along!

[@StevenEarney]

@@dlynnloves2sing Thanks very much for watching Dlynn.... I really appreciate that My friend 🤗. Have a wonderful day! Steve

[@LeeroysMusicalJourney]

Fabulous Steve, Superb cover, have a top weekend mate

[@StevenEarney]

@@LeeroysMusicalJourney Many thanks Leeroy for watching my friend.... Really glad you liked it 🙏🙏. Hope you have a great weekend!! Steve

[@ScottOuelletteGuitar]

Sounds great! you certainly sing way better than me. Great job! Scott

[@StevenEarney]

@@ScottOuelletteGuitar Thanks very much for watching Scott!! I appreciate that my friend!! 🙏🙏🙏 I will stop by your channel as well for more! 🤗. Kindest regards, Steve

[@gingersnap6183]

My favorite Garth Brooks song, beautifully done!

[@StevenEarney]

@@gingersnap6183 Thanks so much Amy for listening my friend.... really glad you liked it 🤗. I really love this song as well.... have a wonderful weekend! Steve

[@pianoverso]

Hi Steven, I really like this song. Great performance on the guitar as always! Wonderful interpretation! I’m giving you a big like19 and wishing you a beautiful weekend! Best regards from your friend Roberto.

[@StevenEarney]

@@pianoverso thanks very much for listening Roberto.... I appreciate that my friend!! Really glad you liked it and hope you have a wonderful weekend.... Steve

[@pianoverso]

@@StevenEarney Thank you for sharing my friend ! 🤗

[@LayilaFaon]

Love your interpretation, very unique and cool

[@StevenEarney]

@@LayilaFaon Thanks very much Layila for listening and your very kind words my friend! appreciation 🤗. Hope you have a very nice weekend.... Steve

[@kareeme7]

Awesome as always. Thank you Steve for the music. I especially love this one when I think about the fact that you used to teach line dancing. Happy Friday brother

[@StevenEarney]

@@kareeme7 Thanks very much Kareem for watching my friend!! I loved teaching Western line dance....did it for almost 10 years🤗 Kept my old bod in shape 😱. Glad you liked this cover buddy! Happy Friday.... Steve

[@ernstvingerhoets]

wonderful upload.

[@StevenEarney]

@@ernstvingerhoets thanks very much for listening Ernst.... Really glad you liked it my friend 🤗. Kindest regards, Steve

[@Roady-13]

You always pick the cool tunes to cover!! Nicely done Steve!! ☮-Roady

[@StevenEarney]

@@Roady-13 thanks very much roadie for watching my friend.... I really appreciate you stopping by! Hope you have a great weekend.... Steve

[@jimredgewell]

nicely played 🎸🎸🎸

[@StevenEarney]

@@jimredgewell Thanks very much for watching Jim....glad you enjoyed my cover my friend! Regards and have a great weekend! Steve

[@EastCoastRockers]

Nice Steve!

[@StevenEarney]

@@EastCoastRockers thanks very much for watching East Coast.... Really glad you liked it !! Have a great upcoming week! Steve

[@zimmee]

Very nice Steve. Although I'm not really a Garth Brooks fan (my kids were back in the day) l much prefer your version here. Well done my friend 🤗 🎼

[@StevenEarney]

@@zimmee Thanks very much Zimmy for watching.... I really appreciate that my friend! Kindest regards Zimmy..... Steve

[@MrKeyman48]

Hello Friend🎵🎵 I visit your excellent channel again and I am enchanted by what I saw and heard. Bravo, friend. I greet and wish you a successful weekend. Ryszard (26 & sub.)

[@StevenEarney]

@@MrKeyman48 Thanks very much for listening Ryszard, I'm really glad you like this cover my friend !! I appreciate it! I just subbed your channel..... You have a lot of music to share 🤗. Kindest regards and have a great weekend as well, Steve

[@williamblack5869]

Very nice Steve, especially your intricate fingerpicking and resonant voice. Can you tell me what mic and DAW software you use?

[@StevenEarney]

​@@williamblack5869 Thanks very much for watching Bill and your very kind words! Much appreciated my friend. In answer to your question, I use a Behringer XM 8500 cartioid 0:03 mic and play live through two Roland amps into an extended GoPro external mic. I finalize the recording using NCH editing software.I'm fairly old school. Hope you have a great week..... Steve

[@williamblack5869]

@@StevenEarney Thanks for the info Steve, I'll look into it. In the meantime, your recording location has great acoustics!