Ricky Van Shelton – Keep It Between the Lines
Ricky Van Shelton – Keep It Between the Lines (1991)
Directed by: Deaton Flanigen
Keep It Between the Lines is a heartfelt country ballad by Ricky Van Shelton, released on July 11, 1991, as the second single from his fourth studio album, *Backroads*. The song, penned by Russell Smith and Kathy Louvin, uses the metaphor of driving to impart life lessons about guidance, responsibility, and perseverance. The accompanying music video, directed by Deaton Flanigen, visually narrates these themes, featuring scenes that underscore the song’s message of staying on the right path amidst life’s challenges. This track became Shelton’s tenth and final number-one hit on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart, solidifying its place in country music history.
