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Article: After 10 years, Adkins still a fan favorite
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- August 3, 2006
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Like many people, country star Trace Adkins says he didn't know
what a "badonkadonk" was when he first heard the title of his future
hit.
"But I knew the first time I heard (the song)," Adkins jokes. He
will headline the Froggyfest concert Saturday at the Post-Gazette
Pavilion in Burgettstown.
The meaning of the corny urban slang word -- which means a
curvaceous female behind -- becomes self-explanatory in the
energetic, salacious and rap-like song, which has become a 2006
megahit, particularly at dance clubs. Although many women dislike the
song and its implications, Adkins assures fans that badonkadonk is a
compliment. And the song's huge success -- even among children --
speaks for ...