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Introduction
Scotty McCreery’s “Five More Minutes” isn’t just a song—it’s a moving reminder of how fleeting life’s most beautiful moments can be. Released in 2017, this track stands out as one of Scotty’s most emotional performances, resonating deeply with fans across all walks of life. The song touches on themes of love, loss, and the universal longing to hold on to time just a little longer.
Inspired by the loss of his grandfather, Scotty co-wrote the song as a way to process grief and celebrate cherished memories. You can feel the sincerity in every word as he paints vivid pictures of life’s milestones—childhood innocence, first loves, family gatherings—moments that often pass too quickly. The lyrics speak to that universal wish we’ve all felt: if only we had just five more minutes.
What makes this song truly special is its relatability. Whether it’s the joy of a first kiss, the bittersweet pride in watching a loved one leave, or the ache of saying goodbye for the last time, the song captures emotions we’ve all experienced. Scotty’s warm, rich vocals bring these moments to life, making it feel like he’s telling your story, too.
“Five More Minutes” struck a chord not only with country music fans but also with anyone who’s ever longed for more time with someone they love. It became Scotty’s first number-one single on the Billboard Country Airplay chart, a well-deserved milestone that reflects how deeply the song resonated with listeners.
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Lyrics
Eight years old, couple cane poles sittin’ down by the creek
Lines in the water watchin’ those bobbers, seein’ that red sun sink
Mama’s on the porch yellin’, “Supper’s hot, y’all come and get it”
We yelled, “Five more minutes”
At sixteen it was 12:03 standin’ at her front door
Katie’s dad said midnight, but we needed just a little more
Yellow light flippin’ on and off, interruptin’ that goodnight kissin’
We wanted five more minutes
Time rolls by, the clock don’t stop
I wish I had a few more drops
Of the good stuff, the good times
Oh, but they just keep on flyin’
Right on by, like it ain’t nothin’
I wish I had me a, a pause button
Moments like those, Lord knows I’d hit it
And give myself five more minutes
At eighteen, turned my helmet in and walked to the fifty-yard line
Just the coach and me after we lost eighteen to nine
And I cried, “Man, next time to get in here, I’ll have to buy a ticket
Can’t you give me five more minutes?”
Time rolls by, the clock don’t stop
I wish I had a few more drops
Of the good stuff, the good times
Oh, but they just keep on flyin’
Right on by, like it ain’t nothin’
I wish I had me a, a pause button
Moments like those, Lord knows I’d hit it
And give myself five more minutes
At eighty-six my grandpa said, “There’s angels in the room”
All the family gathered ’round, knew the time was comin’ soon
With so much left to say I prayed, Lord, I ain’t finished
Just give us five more minutes
Time rolls by, the clock don’t stop
I wish I had a few more drops
Of the good stuff, the good times
Oh, but they just keep on flyin’
Right on by, like it ain’t nothin’
I wish I had me a, a pause button
Moments like those, Lord knows I’d hit it
Yeah, sometimes this old life will leave you wishin’
That you had five more minutes
Five more minutes