In the crowded world of Texas country and red dirt music, William Clark Green has carved out a space that’s uniquely his own – a blend of unfiltered honesty, gritty melodies, and a deep-rooted sense of place. From smoky dive bars, county fairs, to sold-out stages, Green has built a loyal following by writing songs that feel like conversations – raw, relatable, and unforgettable. And while his catalog is full of gems, a few stand out as defining snapshots of the man and the music: “She Likes the Beatles,” “Still Think About You,” “Anymore,” and “Me, Her and You.”
William Clark Green joins the Midwest Mixtape Podcast, brought to you by The Barn, ahead of his Missouri shows. He talks songwriting, fan connections, and everything in between.
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Arguably his breakout moment, “She Likes the Beatles” isn’t just a catchy tune — it’s a declaration of contrast, compromise, and the push-pull of relationships. With the now-iconic line “She likes the Beatles and I like the Stones,” Green instantly connects with listeners who’ve lived that same odd-couple romance. It’s witty, honest, and driven by a hook that never gets old. More than a love song, it’s a cultural anthem — rock ‘n’ roll, but with boots and a broken heart.
Where “She Likes the Beatles” wears a grin, “Still Think About You” wears a scar. It’s the ache of remembering someone long after they’re gone — not because you want to, but because you can’t help it. The production is slicker, the melody slower, but the storytelling cuts deep. It’s that gut-punch kind of song, the kind that finds you in your quiet moments and reminds you that some memories aren’t meant to fade. For Green, this track showed his growing emotional depth as a songwriter — a man willing to bleed on the page.
One of the more soul-bearing tracks in Green’s repertoire, “Anymore” is a confession of exhaustion. It’s about a relationship that’s reached its end, even if both sides keep pretending otherwise. With lines soaked in weariness and resignation, it captures the moment we all dread — when love turns into obligation. Green doesn’t sugarcoat it, and he doesn’t need to. He just sings it straight, letting the honesty do the heavy lifting. It’s heartbreak at its most human.
Whether you’re a longtime fan or just discovering his music, this episode offers a glimpse into the heart and grit behind the songs that have made Green a standout voice in the Texas and Red Dirt scenes. Be sure to catch him live and hear firsthand why his music resonates far beyond state lines.
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