Introduction
“That’s Important to Me” is a heartfelt song by the country duo Joey + Rory, released in October 2010 as the second single from their album “Album Number Two.” The song was co-written by Joey Feek, Rory Feek, and Tim Johnson, reflecting the couple’s shared values and life experiences.
The lyrics emphasize the significance of life’s simple pleasures and core values, such as opening windows to let in fresh air, holding hands during prayer, and living a debt-free life. These themes resonate with listeners who appreciate the beauty in everyday moments and the importance of family and faith.
Joey Feek drew inspiration for the song from her upbringing on a farm in Indiana and her desire to instill similar values in their family. She explained that the song lists ideas important to her growing up, which she and Rory wanted to pass down to their children and share with others who might feel the same way.
Rory Feek noted that the song serves as a cornerstone of their identity as a married couple and musicians. He expressed pride in hearing Joey sing about being a wife and mother, highlighting that such sentiments are seldom expressed in contemporary music despite being central to many people’s lives.
Upon its release, “That’s Important to Me” charted on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart in February 2011, reflecting its warm reception among country music fans.
The song remains one of Joey + Rory’s most cherished tracks, embodying the duo’s commitment to authenticity and the celebration of life’s meaningful moments.
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Lyrics
Not plannin’ my day around the T.V. set
Payin’ our bills and stayin’ out of debt
That’s important to me
That’s important to me
Openin’ the windows and lettin’ in air
Holdin’ hands when we’re sayin’ a prayer
That’s important to me
Yeah that’s important to me
Havin’ somebody to share my life
Loving my husband and bein’ a wife
And the very best mother I can be
That’s important to me
Tellin’ the truth and bein’ real
And feeding my family a home cooked meal
That’s important to me
That’s important to me
Plantin’ a garden and watchin’ it grow
Keepin’ it country on the radio
That’s important to me
Yeah that’s important to me
Always havin’ you to hold
Bein’ beside you when we grow old
And they’ll plant us ‘neath that big oak tree
That’s important to me
Always havin’ you to hold
Bein’ beside you when we grow old
And they’ll plant us ‘neath that big oak tree
Believin’ our dreams,
Still bein’ ourselves if we ever get there
That’s important to me
That’s important to me
Yeah, that’s important to me