About the Song

“That’s Not How It Is” is a country song written and recorded by Toby Keith. It was released in September 2002 as the second single from his album Unleashed. The song reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart in the United States.

The song is a ballad about a man who is struggling to come to terms with the end of a relationship. He sings about how he can’t believe that his ex-lover is gone and how he doesn’t know how to move on. The song is full of raw emotion and heartbreak.

Toby Keith is an American country music singer, songwriter, and actor. He has released 19 studio albums, 2 live albums, 3 compilation albums, and 5 extended plays. Keith has had 32 singles reach number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, including “Should’ve Been a Cowboy”, “I Love This Bar”, and “As Good as I Once Was”.

Keith is known for his outspoken personality and his conservative political views. He has been a vocal supporter of the United States military and has performed for troops overseas. Keith has also been involved in several business ventures, including a clothing line, a record label, and a restaurant chain.

“That’s Not How It Is” was received positively by critics. AllMusic praised the song’s “raw emotion” and “heartfelt lyrics”. Billboard called the song a “powerful ballad” and “a surefire hit”.

“That’s Not How It Is” was a commercial success. The song reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart in the United States. It also reached number 22 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song was certified Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).

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“That’s Not How It Is” is considered to be one of Toby Keith’s signature songs. It is a powerful ballad about heartbreak and loss. The song has been covered by many artists, including Trace Adkins and Jason Aldean.

“That’s Not How It Is” is a classic country song that has stood the test of time. It is a powerful ballad about heartbreak and loss. The song is a testament to Toby Keith’s songwriting skills and his ability to connect with his audience.

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Lyric

I woke up in bed last night when something came upon meI was not lying by myself but I’ve never felt so lonelySomething’s come between us, girl, feels like we hit a wallHow can I know just how you feel when we don’t touch at all
This no communication thing is quickly growing oldThis isolation booth I’m in is dark and turning coldI used to steal your breath away with just one little kissMe and you, we were so in love back then but that’s not how it is
I’d catch moonlight in a bottle if we could drink a toast to happinessFill my pick-up bed with roses and back it right up to your door
I’d write your name in candy kisses from here to CarolinaIf you change your mind and love me like before but that’s not how it is
I have tossed and turned and rolled it over in my mindNot knowing all the questions make the answers hard to findI think I’ve covered everything but still there’s something that I’ve missedI used to read you, baby, like a book but that’s not how it is
I’d catch moonlight in a bottle if we could drink a toast to happinessFill my pick-up bed with roses and back it right up to your door
I’d write your name in candy kisses from here to CarolinaIf you change your mind and love me like before but that’s not how it is
I’d write your name in candy kisses from here to CarolinaIf you change your mind and love me like before but that’s not how it is
Oh, no, that’s not how it is
I woke up in bed last nightWhen something came upon meAnd I’ve never been so lonelyThat’s not how it is

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