Article: After 10 years, Adkins still a fan favorite

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 ...

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