On January 22, 2005, millions of people tuned their dials to the American Country Countdown to find Blake Shelton sitting at the number two spot. It was a massive moment for a young man with a guitar and a dream.
Life can be a string of small disasters that make us want to scream. This song captures that feeling of being stuck in a line. It reminds us that we can always close our eyes and find a sandy shore in our minds. If you need a quick laugh today, you must watch the clip below to see how this all began.
Watch the full video below:
This day in country music history on 1/22/2005 Blake Shelton was number 2
One viewer said that they still sing this song every time they get stuck in traffic. Another fan noted that Blake has always known how to poke fun at himself. It is a relatable story that feels just as fresh today as it did twenty years ago.
That early success was only the start of the journey for this country star. While the radio played the song, the music video took the humor to a whole new level. It turned a great tune into a visual story that we could finally see.
Blake Shelton – Some Beach (Official Music Video)
In the full video, we see Blake dealing with a very mean dentist and a long traffic jam. He keeps trying to stay calm while everything goes wrong. It is a great example of how he uses his charm to make us feel better about our own bad luck.
Blake Shelton has spent his career being the guy who tells the truth with a wink and a smile. He has grown from a newcomer into a household name, but he never lost his sense of humor. Follow Blake Shelton on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube to keep the music playing.