Travis Tritt’s Emotion in “Here’s a Quarter”
“Here’s a Quarter (Call Someone Who Cares)” is a country song performed by Travis Tritt. It was released in 1991 as the second single from his debut album “Country Club.” The song was written by Travis Tritt.
The lyrics of “Here’s a Quarter (Call Someone Who Cares)” convey a message of frustration and disillusionment in a relationship. The narrator expresses a sense of being fed up and suggests that the other person call someone else who might be more sympathetic to their troubles. The use of a quarter in the title is a reference to a payphone, a common means of communication before the widespread use of mobile phones.
Travis Tritt’s raspy vocals and the song’s blend of traditional country and Southern rock elements contributed to its success. “Here’s a Quarter (Call Someone Who Cares)” became one of Tritt’s signature songs, reaching the top 10 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart in 1991.
The song is often appreciated for its catchy chorus, Tritt’s vocal delivery, and its straightforward, no-nonsense attitude. “Here’s a Quarter (Call Someone Who Cares)” remains a popular and recognizable track in Travis Tritt’s catalog.