Cost of Livin'
"Cost of Livin'" is a song co-written and recorded by American country music singer Ronnie Dunn. It was released in June 2011 as the second single from his self-titled album, and his second release following the split of the duo Brooks & Dunn. Dunn wrote this song with Phillip Coleman. Background and writing Dunn had first had the song on hold in 2008, during the economic recession, but decided against recording it because he thought that the economy would improve. Dunn was also told that by label executives that he was "too wealthy" for the song, a comment which Dunn said made him "furious." Phillip Coleman wrote most of the song, but Dunn changed the original chorus and hook. Content In "Cost of Livin'", Dunn sings as a man presenting his skills and positive qualities as an employment candidate to an interviewer. The man makes reference to his military background and how he faithfully worked for his former employer before an economic downturn forced it to cease business operations. The tone of the lyrics indicate that he and his family are struggling financially, and that new employment will help their situation. The end of the song is somewhat vague as