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flag Tim McGraw released the controversial "Indian Outlaw" against label warnings, turning it into his first Top 10 hit and career-defining song.

flag Tim McGraw defied his record label’s objections in the early 1990s to release “Indian Outlaw,” a song deemed too controversial and uncountry, despite warnings it could harm his career and block radio play. flag After being excluded from his 1993 debut album, the track was included on his 1995 sophomore release, becoming his first Top 10 hit and eventually going platinum. flag He credits the song and “Don’t Take the Girl” with launching his career. flag While some Native American communities have expressed mixed reactions, McGraw has engaged with tribal leaders and respects their views, offering to omit the song at Native American-owned casinos—though most venues request it. flag He reflects on the decision as a high-stakes gamble that ultimately defined his legacy in country music.

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