RONNIE
BAKER would like to thank
I can't begin to give thanks and praise enough to the
"Big Man" upstairs for all the blessings and
joys in my life. I thank God for loaning me this voice
and giving me this talent while I'm on this earth. I
thank the Lord for giving me the gift to express myself
through music. Believe in him and ALL things are possible!
Special thanks to "Mama Jean" Baker for constantly
pushing and teaching me to develop my talent from such
an early age. You taught and encouraged me with your
unconditional love all of my life to never give up on
my music. I owe where I am today, to you. YOU were my
biggest fan! Andy Griggs once told me, "your dream
was your Mama's dream", and thanks to you, Mom,
I'm now living my dream. Until I join you in Heaven,
I miss you and love you, deeply. Mom, you would be so
proud! This record is dedicated to the memory of you...
Thanks to my family, Ed Baker, Linda Taylor, Christy
Taylor, Sheri Milham,Tommy Milham and your families.
I love you! The Sellars Family, Uncle Bill, Aunt Linda,
Steve, Daniel, Willie and your Families. Mike and Laura
Sellars. The Mims Family, Uncle Tony, Aunt June, Barbara
Mims, Cindy, Debbie, Buddy, Missy, and Kurt, and your
Families. "Memaw" Malpass, bless your soul,
I miss you. David and Faith Malpass.
Thanks to Cindy "Snoopty" Alexander, my love
and best friend. JoAnn Collette, my Mom away from Mom.
Mike Collette, rest in peace, my friend. How Are Things
In Paradise? Uncle Ron and Margi. To Granny. Jeffrey
and Rebecca Collette.
Extra Special thanks to Donald Taylor, for taking a
chance on me . It takes a truly "special"
person to go the distance, without hesitation, and without
reservation. Our Mother's must be working hard from
Heaven! You once told me, " I think I bet on a
pretty good horse". Thank you for having the persistence
and dedication to help me cross the finish line! I love
ya, man!
Extra Special thanks to Dianna D. Holcomb for your un-dying
support! I can't thank you enough for your hard work,
time and extreme dedication to this project! It has
not been in vain, my friend! Your faith in me has been
overwhelming! I'm proud to have you as one of the leaders
that heads up my "Team"! Your a great friend
that TRULY believes in my music. I Love Ya and THANK
YOU for all of your non-stop commitment to my career!
Extra Special Thanks to my dearest friend, Maggie Jennings.
Thank you for your unconditional love and support through
the years. You are the perfect example of what TRUE
friends are all about! Thank you for always being there
for me and for honestly caring about me. I love you!
Special thanks to Archie and Kathleen Futrell, for putting
me through school, teaching me the values in life, believing
in me and for all your love! Thanks, "Dad".
Also to brother Jeff Futrell and his family.
Thanks to the great fans who attended my shows at the
Postime. To Mike Lavine and the staff at The Postime
Lounge in Longwood, Fl. To ALL the regular patrons and
"Scaraoke" singers who have ALWAYS supported
me through the years, I wish I had room to name you
all, THANK YOU! To Sharon, Nanette ("Miss Thang"),
June "Bug", and Karrie behind the bar.To Greg
Chidester, Tim Schnacker and Lori Roberts. Thanks to
John and the staff at The Barn in Sanford, Fl., you
guys are great! Thanks to the fans and staff at Cheers
in Maitland, Fl. To Michael Pinter, Michael Pinter Jr.,
and James Pinter. All the girls and staff at Club Juana,
Graig Cooper, Stephanie, Lu, Amy, Marci, Brandy, and
Janine behind the bar, Jennifer, Danielle, and Brenda
at Flirt.
Thanks to all my "partna's", my "brothers"
and best friends, Randy Rose, Dave Avritt, Mike Valentine,
Donnie Hair, Steve Blackwell, Ricky Grimes, Niles Jester,
Jack Berrios, Scott Berthoff, Mike "D", Joey
Brown, Rodney Bost. To Tack, Miles (aka)"Buck",
Rose, Debbie Deboner, Joanie Hall, Pat McCleod. To Kathren
Moore, I miss you. To "Shaggy", Robert Boylan,
Bill Borman, Craig Caffarti, Nikki Hair, Streetrunner
and ALL the great musicians I've had the pleasure of
working with.Thank You all for the support through the
years and for always believing in me!
Thanks to Dave Mikael and Difference Studios. Makin
Tracks Studio, Nashville,Tn. Greg Perkins Studio, Nashville,
Tn. To Darlynn and all the DJS at 93.1 in Daytona for
playing my music! To Music Row Productions, Phil McCormick
and Molly Hatchet.
Thanks to all of my writers and co-writers for an album
of great songs! Greg Perkins, Monty Holmes, Charlie
Allen, Mike Lounibos, Jerry Blackburn, Ron Stevens,
Greg Barnhill, Matt Smith.
Special thanks to "Uncle" Bill Sellars, Randy
Alls, and Steve Blackwell for your early $upport.
Thanks to Charlie Allen for your help over the years
and for introducing me to Greg Perkins.
Thanks to Sue Luley, Jack Link and Jack Link Productions.
You da best!
Extra Special Thanks To Greg Perkins, for realizing
and believing in my talent, and for going above and
beyond the call of duty on this project. You are one
of the most incredibly muti-talented musicans &
songwriters I've ever had the pleasure of knowing and
working with. Your guidance and encouragement has been
tremendous! You are a true inspiration! I thank you,
and love you my friend!
Special thanks to Monty Holmes for your encouragement
and friendship. I thank you, my brother, for your inspiration.
You are an incredible songwriter and musician. It's
refreshing to know that there are still good, down-home
people left in this crazy world! I Love Ya, Man!
Special thanks to ALL THE FANS for your continued support.
If it weren't for you, I wouldn't be here! You are the
reason I sing and perform! There is no place I would
rather be than on stage entertaining you! I Love You,
ALL!
Special Thanks to Bill and Everyone at Skips!!
I have been truly blessed and very lucky to be surrounded
by so many exceptionally talented musicians and songwriters
who have taken a special interest in me since I've came
to Nashville! I am humbled and thankful for your belief
in me. You guys are without a doubt, "The Best
Of The Best"!
To ANYONE I didn't mention, it's only 'cause I didn't
have room ....you know who you are... call me! I love
you all and THANK YOU!
Talent Is God Given, Be Thankful...
Fame Is Man Given, Be Humble...
Conceit Is Self Given, BE CAREFUL!
Musicians:
Greg Perkins: Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Steel
Guitar, Fiddle, Keyboards, and Strings.
Jason Chance: Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar
Eric Horner: Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar
Mike Johnson: Steel Guitar
Chris Wood: Drums and Percussion.
Chuck Tilley: Drums
Kevin Grant: Bass Guitar
Bill Sweeny: Keyboards
Background Vocals:
Greg Perkins, Dave Mikael
Production & Recording Credits:
Producer, Greg Perkins. Co - Producer, Charlie Allen
Executive Producer, Donald L. Taylor
Recorded, Engineered, & Mixed by Warren Peterson,
Greg Perkins
Recorded at Music Row Productions Studios, Nashville,
Tenn. & Makin Trax Studios, Nashville, Tenn.
Mixed at Music Row Productions
Mastered at Masterphonics, Nashville, Tenn.
Photography:
Tim Tew, Ron Kulik
Styling:
Janet Merick
Hair: Theresa Smith