Introduction
Released on September 14, 1992, “Lost and Found” marked a pivotal moment in Brooks & Dunn’s rise as country music icons. As the fifth and final single from their debut album Brand New Man (1991), the song climbed to No. 6 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart—significant not only for its chart success, but also because it was the first single in their career to not reach No. 1 . Importantly, “Lost and Found” features Kix Brooks on lead vocals—a departure from previous hits fronted by Ronnie Dunn—underscoring the duo’s creative versatility and collaborative spirit .
Penned by Kix Brooks alongside longtime collaborator and producer Don Cook, the track weaves poignant imagery—like the metaphor of searching for a lost ring in a dusty border-town pawnshop—into a classic country melodrama . Its soulful yet melancholy tone leans into Dunn’s traditionally restrained yet emotionally nuanced vocal style, yet Brooks’ delivery brings a restless intensity reflective of the era’s formative sound .
The song’s visual representation, directed by Michael Merriman, debuted in November 1992 and was filmed against the textured backdrop of Tijuana, Mexico—heightening the themes of longing and loss . This cinematic feel complemented the song’s lyrical narrative, painting a vivid portrait of heartache amid cultural crosscurrents.
Part of an album that achieved 7× Multi-Platinum status and spawned four consecutive No. 1 singles, “Lost and Found” holds its own as a deeply emotional album closer, balancing the buoyant honky-tonk energy Brooks & Dunn became known for . While it didn’t top the charts, it solidified the duo’s range—moving beyond dance-y boot-stompers into introspective storytelling. As Kix Brooks took the vocal helm, fans saw a side of the duo that underscored the depth and diversity which would define their enduring legacy.
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[Verse 1]
I lost her trail on a Friday night
She was gone before I got home
She’d been getting restless
In that big house all alone
I’ve been up and down these city streets
For three nights in a row
And lord it’s hard to find that girl
When she gets the urge to go
[Chorus]
It’s kinda like a lost and found
In a border town
Asking bout a diamond ring
They just look at you
Like you’ve lost your mind
Say they haven’t seen a thing
But I know she’s been here lately
I can still smell her perfume
And she gets crazy on a full moon
[Verse 2]
And I know she’ll be coming back
Her car is waiting right outside
But, I don’t want to think about
Who’s taking her for a ride
And her unpredictability
Is what I love about her best
Lord I’ve got to find her quick
Before she does something I regret
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[Chorus]
[Bridge]
She’s out there somewhere
Burning up the night
Somehow I’ve got to run her down
I’m running out of time
[Chorus][x2]