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Ricochet

Tulsa, OK

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country Popularity: 28 Rising Division

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Region: Northeast Oklahoma / Green Country Conference: Plains

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Did You Know

  • Ricochet formed in Oklahoma, a state not typically known for launching country music groups.
  • Their career surged after winning a radio station talent contest in Dallas, Texas.
  • "Daddy's Money" unexpectedly became their signature song, reaching #1 despite initial doubts.
  • Ricochet's name came from their diverse musical influences, blending rock and country.
  • They toured with Charlie Daniels, exposing them to a wider, more traditional country audience.
  • Their debut album went gold, defying expectations for a new group in a crowded market.
  • Ricochet's sound helped bridge the gap between 90s country and the pop-country of the 2000s.
  • They won a CMA Award for Album of the Year, a significant achievement early in their career.
  • Despite lineup changes, Ricochet continues to tour, keeping their 90s country sound alive.
  • Ricochet's music videos often featured storylines, adding depth beyond typical concert footage.
  • Ricochet's name came from a bar fight story about a man deflecting bullets.
  • The band formed in Oklahoma, initially playing local bars and honky-tonks.
  • Their debut single, "What Do I Know," unexpectedly hit #1, launching their career.
  • Ricochet's sound blended country with rock influences, creating a unique niche.
  • They opened for acts like Alabama and Charlie Daniels early in their touring career.
  • "Daddy's Money" became a signature song, highlighting relatable working-class themes.
  • Ricochet's music videos often featured scenic Oklahoma landscapes.
  • They won a CMA Award for Album of the Year for their self-titled debut album.
  • Despite lineup changes, Ricochet continued touring and releasing music for decades.
  • Ricochet's success helped pave the way for other Oklahoma-based country artists.

Locations in Lyrics

3 location references across 6 songs

Songs & Places

A Little Bit of Love (Is a Dangerous Thing)
Las Vegas, NV
"we were headed for Vegas on the interstate"
I Can’t Dance
"Cowboys comin' from miles around"
Seven Bridges Road
Gainesville, FL
"Down the Seven Bridges Road"
Connected At The Heart
From Good to Bad to Worse to Gone
Saturday night small town
Rowdy
this town

Rivers & Roads in Song Nearby

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