Friday Afternoon Videos: Wave on Wave

Pat Green was chastised early for mocking other Texas country artists, most specifically Robert Earl Keen, but he accomplished a feat that those other musicians weren’t able to do – he broke into mainstream country nationally. This is the song that took him from Texas country music star to national hit-maker.

Green’s popularity rose in the late 90’s, becoming a favorite in college towns and frat parties all over Texas. While his mentor, Robert Earl Keen, was starting to shy away from the party crowd and focusing on serious songwriting, Pat Green filled REK’s shoes. By 2001, he had his first major label record deal. By 2003, he had his first Top 10 country hit with “Wave on Wave.”

Pat Green plays at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo tonight. Tickets are still available.