Ricky Van Shelton – Statue of a Fool
Ricky Van Shelton – Statue of a Fool (1989)
Directed by: Deaton Flanigen
Statue of a Fool is a poignant country ballad performed by Ricky Van Shelton, released on November 7, 1989, as the third single from his album *RVS III*. Originally written by Jan Crutchfield and first recorded by Jack Greene in 1969, the song delves into themes of regret and lost love. Shelton’s rendition brought renewed attention to the classic, reaching number 2 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and number 1 on Canada’s RPM Country Tracks chart. The music video, directed by Deaton Flanigen, features Shelton delivering an emotive performance that underscores the song’s heartfelt lyrics.
