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Rory Feek – That’s Important To Me

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Introduction

“That’s Important to Me” isn’t just a song—it’s a heartfelt reminder of the simple joys and values that often get overshadowed in the rush of life. Sung by Joey Martin Feek, this ballad is a deeply personal expression of what truly matters. It feels like sitting on a porch with a dear friend as they pour their soul out, sharing the building blocks of their world—love, family, faith, and the beauty of the everyday.

What makes this song so special is its authenticity. The lyrics are a gentle tapestry of life’s precious moments, from “clean sheets on the line” to “a good cup of coffee.” Joey’s tender, angelic voice gives the song an unmatched sincerity, like she’s singing straight from her soul to yours. It’s about stripping life down to its essentials, focusing on what fills your heart rather than what clutters your mind.

Written by Joey Feek, her husband Rory, and Tim Johnson, the song is deeply rooted in their real-life values. It’s less about chasing grandeur and more about cherishing the quiet, meaningful connections that form the fabric of a life well-lived. For Joey + Rory fans, it’s a perfect encapsulation of their grounded, faith-filled approach to both music and life.

The song’s melody, gentle and soothing, mirrors its themes of comfort and simplicity. Listening to it feels like being wrapped in a warm hug, especially when life feels overwhelming. It’s a love letter to staying true to yourself and prioritizing what brings you joy and peace.

For anyone who has ever felt a tug at their heart to slow down and take stock of what truly matters, “That’s Important to Me” is more than a song—it’s a quiet anthem of gratitude

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Lyrics

Not planning our day around a TV set
Paying our bills and staying out of debt
That’s important to me
That’s important to me

Opening the windows and letting in air
Holding hands when we’re saying a prayer
That’s important to me
Yeah, that’s important to me

Having somebody to share my life
Loving my husband and being a wife
And the very best mother I can be
That’s important to me

Telling the truth and being real
Feeding my family a home cooked meal
That’s important to me
That’s important to me

Planting a garden and watching it grow
Keeping it country on the radio
That’s important to me
Yeah, that’s important to me

Always having you to hold
Being beside you when we grow old
And they plant us ‘neath that big old tree
That’s important to me

Always having you to hold
Being beside you when we grow old
And they plant us ‘neath that big old tree

Believing our dreams will take us somewhere
Still being ourselves if we ever get there
That’s important to me
That’s important to me

Yeah, that’s important to me
That’s important to me

That’s important to me

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