Introduction
Keepin’ Up is a country music song recorded by the American group Alabama. It was written by Randy Owen, Teddy Gentry, Ronnie Rogers and Greg Fowler, and released in November 1998 as the second and final single from their compilation album For the Record. The song peaked at number 14 on the US Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart and at number 8 on the Canadian RPM Country Tracks chart.
“Keepin’ Up” is a mid-tempo song with a driving beat and a catchy melody. The lyrics are about a man who is trying to keep up with the Joneses, and who is always trying to buy the latest and greatest things. He is always worried about what other people think of him, and he is always trying to impress his friends and neighbors. The song is a humorous look at the American obsession with material possessions, and it is a cautionary tale about the importance of being content with what you have.
“Keepin’ Up” was a commercial success for Alabama, and it helped to solidify their status as one of the most popular country music groups of all time. The song has been praised for its catchy melody, its relatable lyrics, and its humorous take on the American obsession with material possessions.