Alan Jackson – The Old Rugged Cross (Live)
Introduction While country music legend Alan Jackson’s rendition of “The Old Rugged Cross” resonates with heartfelt emotion, the song’s history stretches back over a century. Composed in 1912 by American…
Introduction While country music legend Alan Jackson’s rendition of “The Old Rugged Cross” resonates with heartfelt emotion, the song’s history stretches back over a century. Composed in 1912 by American…
Introduction “Last Thing I Needed First Thing This Morning” isn’t your typical cup of coffee country song. Released in 1982, this ballad by songwriters Gary Nunn and Donna Farar landed…
Introduction Willie Nelson’s 2018 album, “Last Man Standing,” wasn’t just a catchy title – it was a poignant reflection on a life filled with music, activism, and the inevitable passage…
Introduction “It Must Be Love,” a song synonymous with heartfelt country music, boasts a rich history that spans two decades and two iconic artists. Originally penned by the legendary songwriter…
Introduction Country music legend Willie Nelson confronts his mortality with a wink and a smile in his latest single, “Come On Time.” Released in 2021, the song marks the culmination…
Introduction “Small Town Southern Man” isn’t just a hit song by Alan Jackson, it’s a window into his life and a tribute to the small-town Southern values that shaped him.…
Introduction “From a Distance,” a poignant ballad by country music icon Alan Jackson, wasn’t originally written or intended for him. Songwriter Billy Joe Shaver penned the lyrics, which capture the…
Introduction “He Won’t Ever Be Gone” isn’t just a song by Willie Nelson; it’s a poignant tribute to his longtime friend and fellow country music legend, Merle Haggard. Haggard passed…
Introduction “Here in the Real World” isn’t just the title track of Alan Jackson’s debut album, it’s the song that launched his country music career. Released in January 1990, the…
Introduction “Pop A Top,” a song synonymous with Alan Jackson’s smooth vocals and relatable storytelling, has a history that stretches back further than its 1999 release. While Jackson’s version became…