Alan Jackson Song Lyrics Quotes, born October 17, 1958, in Newnan, Georgia, is a country music legend whose traditional honky-tonk style and evocative storytelling have earned him a place in the Country Music Hall of Fame (2017). With over 75 million records sold, Jackson’s catalog includes hits like “Chattahoochee,” “Don’t Rock the Jukebox,” and “Remember When,” blending heartfelt narratives with Southern charm. A two-time Grammy winner and 16-time CMA Award recipient, his lyrics paint vivid pictures of love, loss, faith, and small-town life, resonating with fans across generations. These 15 quotes—sourced exclusively from his song lyrics—capture the essence of his music, offering glimpses of joy, heartache, and the simple beauty of everyday moments, steeped in his Georgia roots.
15 Alan Jackson Song Lyrics Quotes
- “Here in the real world, it’s not that easy at all, ‘cause when hearts get broken, it’s real tears that fall.” (“Here in the Real World,” Here in the Real World, 1990)
- “Between the redneck games and the long, hot summer, I fell in love, how it happened, I don’t know.” (“Chattahoochee,” A Lot About Livin’ (And a Little ‘bout Love), 1992)
- “I don’t need a whole lot of money, but I still need to get by.” (“Blue Blooded Woman,” Here in the Real World, 1990)
- “She’s gone country, look at them boots, she’s gone country, back to her roots.” (“Gone Country,” Who I Am, 1994)
- “Midnight in Montgomery, silver eagle, lonely road, I was on my way to Mobile for a big New Year’s Eve show.” (“Midnight in Montgomery,” Don’t Rock the Jukebox, 1991)
- “I’m in love with you, baby, and I don’t even know your name.” (“I Don’t Even Know Your Name,” Who I Am, 1994)
- “Pop a top again, I just got time for one more round.” (“Pop a Top,” Under the Influence, 1999)
- “Good time, workin’ all week for a night like this, good time, lovin’ that girl with every single kiss.” (“Good Time,” Good Time, 2008)
- “I could’ve been a lawyer or a doctor in a big white house, but I chose to follow my heart and sing about the South.” (“Country Boy,” Good Time, 2008)
- “Mercury blues, I’m gonna buy me a Mercury and cruise it up and down the road.” (“Mercury Blues,” A Lot About Livin’ (And a Little ‘bout Love), 1992)
- “When you’re talkin’ ‘bout the fightin’ side of me, you better walk that line carefully.” (“The Fightin’ Side of Me,” Under the Influence, 1999)
- “After seventeen, we made our dreams come true, we bought a house and raised a family too.” (“After 17,” Freight Train, 2010)
- “Chasin’ that neon rainbow, livin’ that honky-tonk dream.” (“Chasin’ That Neon Rainbow,” Here in the Real World, 1990)
- “Every now and then, I get to thinkin’ ‘bout the way things might’ve been.” (“Every Now and Then,” Freight Train, 2010)
- “Back to the basics of love, let’s go back to the simple things we used to do.” (“Back to the Basics of Love,” Where Have You Gone, 2021)
Alan Jackson’s song lyrics quotes are a heartfelt blend of country soul, nostalgia, and life’s simple joys, inviting fans to savor the moments that matter most. Which lyric stirs your heart? Share it below and keep Jackson’s honky-tonk spirit alive!
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