Toby Keith - Should've Been A Cowboy (Twangy Midwest Emo Indie Rock Mashup)

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Hey gang! We're back with another Y'allternative banger, smashing together the Late Great Toby Keith with some fun twinkly bits and general 90's alternative vibes with big open chords and lively drums. I love this era of country music, and I love bringing new vibes to these older classics. Thanks for listening.

[@tothag84]

The world needs a country male version of "That's What You Get" by Paramore! And you're the man for the job

[@jonathandulin8753]

Color me intrigued. Has there ever been a country song in 3/4?

[@iankilcrease1983]

I think that would be really dope

[@lockwoodstandard1855]

It's funny how 90's country and emo rock just go together

[@bologna_lover]

you'd be surprised how many of the backing bands for the massive country singers were scene kids back in the day from smaller emo/punk/metal/metalcore bands

[@bezwin235]

I mean they both share a lot of the same concept and music theory. Both are angsty and meant to spark feelings of nostalgia. Country just does it with more twang and punk with overdrive and distortion

[@FreediverRob]

I think good artists can do any song in any style. It’s about the interpretation and creativity.

[@bezwin235]

@@FreediverRob oh for sure, I don’t disagree

[@burkelarsen933]

There is so much similarity in the placement of the accents in the rhythmic patterns. The guitar parts translate so seamlessly.

[@ChadPrestonOfficialThree]

Talk about a gold mine! This should be done with each and every country song. 🙂

[@bigben618]

YES INDEED !!!!!! 🚀🚀🚀🚀

[@SpunkyTheMunky000]

HE’S BACK. Can’t wait for your new stuff to drop.

[@PvtParts-hr4zv]

Dude this cover rocks. Rest in peace Mister Keith.

[@SBF96]

As someone who grew up on 80’s and 90’s Country, I appreciate this. This has always been my favorite Toby Keith song.

[@DecoyKamikaze]

Even though this isn’t my favorite genre, I appreciate the work Alex puts into all his covers. Dude’s got so much talent!

[@rstott24]

(And skill time and effort)

[@drex5160]

RIP Toby Keith 🤠🙏

[@markreutzel8267]

TK would be proud - let's carry on his awesome legacy - hope Willy and the Gang pop in here and give you some virtual hugs - great work

[@TheSalPic]

Welcome back! What a banger. Perfect for my "country music but make it Warped Tour" Spotify playlist

[@AirmanJack]

I need this playlist... Is that the title, and is it public?

[@TheSalPic]

@@AirmanJack yes and yes. Also look out for my Disney and Taylor swift and happy holidays editions.

[@TheSalPic]

@@AirmanJackyup! I said yup once already but I don't see that reply anymore.

[@NinjaDude9456]

One of the GOATs covering one of the GOATs. Incredible!

[@the_Sarahnator]

Alex I've missed you!!! Way to make a comeback with this one! 😍

[@bizmofunyuns6463]

How do you like me now?! Is begging for this treatment 😂

[@WesTheMarketer]

Covered by Blink?

[@jonjust]

I appreciate your bass lines in this one 🤘

[@AbraxasISO]

Are you in my head?! I've had this song stuck in my head for the last 24 hours, and then you just casually drop this banger?!

[@michaellambeth713]

Has an Abandon Kansas vibe.

[@TheProfessionalCleaner]

love the lasso dance move LOL

[@deadewok02]

the kid just don't miss. what a banger.

[@remingtontupino6515]

you are my daily dose of music Alex .. from Philippines \m/

[@jeanwire3221]

The dude is back! And he's back with a banger

[@roblesterjr04]

OMG this has got to be the best country one you've done yet. MOOOAAAARRRRRRRR!!!!!!

[@festerburg87]

Love this! RIP to one of the all-time greats! Grew up listing to Toby Keith with my dad. Both are gone now, and this brings back fond memories of driving in the summer as a kid. Thanks, Alex!

[@brosky117]

I can’t believe how good you are at all of this Alex. Excited for the album!

[@timprechter9259]

I like the bass player just kickin it and killin it on the sofa

[@jameswiken248]

Yay, you're back.

[@lk29392]

Toby Keith is smiling from Heaven bro. LOVE IT!

[@lk29392]

Alex your are SO talented in different styles bro, basically an undiscovered Post Malone.

[@OGAndizzo]

I didn't catch the title of the video at first, and it took me a minute to differentiate this from something that'd be on country music radio today.

[@beneboy2802]

Those drums man!

[@mrtwoodley1]

So good. I grew up on country and fell in love with other emo/pop punk as a teen so thank you for this. Much needed rip Toby Keith

[@rikaika4178]

Just did a deep dive a couple of days ago on the old videos - great to see a new one, and a banger at that.

[@itLEAKED]

This guy is my official playlist for my drives from Niagara Falls to Nashville. Thank you for making the music, that you do

[@matthiasgrundei6375]

banger! thanks for all the great music alex

[@MatthewMabborang]

Nice to watch and hear the beautiful music from the beautiful man Alex Melton! God bless you! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@fletchep]

Great vibes!!

[@antisk8]

Alex Melton versions of any song however he felt like it at the time. Right on 👍🏻

[@_Cramon]

One of the few country song I actually like, and you made it even better. No disrespect to Toby Keith but damn is this good!

[@nicmazurek]

i was just asking myself yesterday where you’ve been glad to get some more music

[@mattball8622]

There's something about your tom work on the fills that's always super satisfying, and it's out in full force here. Banger!

[@OverTheTop85]

I enjoy All Country music before the 2000s. Toby Keith one of the kings of country will forever be missed. You did a great tribute here. I don't like most of the new crap country that's come out recently! I hate modern pop music but I really enjoy All your versions of any genre! Keep up the hard work I'm sure it will pay off. I'll keep an eye out for your album!!

[@desertkid18]

So good!

[@MrPinkSays]

Thanks for making your art. You've inspired a young creator this evening.

[@DougRG]

It was a long two months, but this one was worth the wait. Hot dang. Don't call it a comeback!

[@lostlandmarks8305]

One of your best man!

[@davidbivens5375]

I love how the bass player is chillin’ on the couch! Seriously this is killin’ You have serious talent!!!!!!!!

[@ruexperienced]

YESSSSSSSSSSS!!! A new Alex Melton vid drops and you are KILLING IT in this one brother! What an amazing performance!!! 🔥🙏🔥

[@ZOB4]

Glad to see you back! Been missing the incredible genre swaps

[@giovannialain]

youre so good man. i say it literally everytime i watch your videos. so inspired by you bro!

[@albertvnguyen]

This is amazing!

[@IMGOSCHLEEP]

I whole heartedly enjoy all your works

[@honeypotband]

This is such a banger, loved it

[@MCK3NZ13]

You must be beating those drums HARD to get that rolling shutter bend on the sticks 🙌

[@nickmancuso7799]

This earns a sub! Excellent job!

[@ale88mujica]

Amazing! Welcome back! We’ve missed you! Hope all is well! 👏🏽🙌🏽

[@waverlypolak7497]

This is sick

[@Hammerofbenevolence]

Nailed it again man!

[@Rorchord]

Glad to have you back! This was one of your best.

[@TwentyPercentDash]

It's the Melt! :)

[@MeetAnEcoregion]

Ok first, this cover is amazing, great job! Second, at 3:43, it sounds almost like he's saying "stealing the young girl's horse" 🤣

[@j.schaefer5622]

Having so much fun seeing you banging away on drums and having fun…great

[@orlandobautista2848]

Nice Cover 😊 Hello From The Philippines 😊

[@scherlocker1]

This is better than the original

[@DGVideoProductions]

Dude, I sing like this all the time, mixing genres and I am glad I landed on your channel. It started with Fast Car but I saw this and had to click immediately. Will be listening more! Wish we could jam.

[@ddejong88]

It's incredible how you turn a G-D-Cadd9 into an absolute banger.

[@darklegion720]

The legend returns

[@Miannemih]

I love songing Toby Keith songs in different styles by myself at home 😂 love this 💚 Rip Toby!

[@tommarkowskimusic]

Your writing is incredible dude. It's like you took the song apart and put it back together again into something familiar but totally new. Unreal.

[@thegetawaycat]

amazing as always!

[@michaelherrick_]

this is really scratching an itch for me thank you alex melton

[@closingtime6203]

This goes HARD! Great job, dude.

[@rorydeanschneider586]

this made me tingle hahaha youre a savage bro keep up the good work!

[@danowhere]

Alex is the Dave Grohl of KZbin covers. Amazing at everything, of course… but the fact that he can bang the drums that skillfully puts him on another level. Well done, sir… Well Done

[@adamspears4361]

its criminal to be this early

[@petemartin9252]

Great voice man

[@tha1ne]

Welcome back son

[@justindomogalla6147]

Dude I want to like this song 17 times! Well done.

[@tiberiuswolf8259]

oh... oh I didn't know I needed this.. oh my. Excellent work, thank you so much for the quality content!

[@mp2216]

Thought you dropped off the face of the planet!

[@knolsey]

Man my band played this song for years in double time and it was so much fun.

[@Toktott]

Good to have you back!

[@matthewtimmins8837]

You're my favorite musician. Hands down.

[@Gez-C]

Yes you’re back! Legendary ❤

[@madmanvarietyshow9605]

Holy crap it's insane how well this works!

[@jenna3401]

This just made my Oklahoma girl heart smile so big. 💜

[@pauldebrosse]

Back with a banger! Awesome job!

[@chrismaghintay]

I just listened to the original for the first time after hearing this. This is a great update!

[@originalequi6043]

you are such a talented artist and musician......mindboggling......great song!

[@calebschultz3537]

Missed ya, welcome back!

[@AMightyTugboat]

Gettin some “The Forecast” vibes and I’m not mad about it. Lol

[@justsomedude8118]

Way to syncopate it, freaking awesome rendition

[@iohannesfactotum]

I'm a country fan, been on a Midwest emo kick for three months now

[@HarlequinContessa]

This made my day. What a great cover! Thanks Alex 🙌

[@Dungeon_of_Rap]

Had this stuck in my head since Jelly Roll and T Pain covered it now it's back 😅😂

[@soldbyrise]

Good to see you back Alex! Great mashup. Instant radio hit.

[@timdukes4230]

Keep it up bro 🎉

[@WesTheMarketer]

An incredible of an incredible song. Well done, once again.

[@fandralofasgard]

Dude, your best one yet! This was amazing!

[@TheKnudie]

help im addicted to ur music and i just listen to it on repeat on spotify. i am power listening to autumnal

[@CarlosLopez-rn8it]

This is basically ADTR after common courtesy

[@Jibily1]

He's baaaaack!