About the song
“Way Down In My Whiskey” is a song recorded by American country music singer Alan Jackson. It was released on April 2, 2021, as the second single from his album Where Have You Gone. The song was written by Jackson and his longtime collaborators, Keith Stegall and Jimmy Yeary.
The song is a mid-tempo ballad about a man who is struggling to cope with the loss of his loved one. He turns to alcohol to numb his pain, but it only makes him feel worse. The song’s lyrics are honest and raw, and Jackson’s vocals are powerful and emotive.
“Way Down In My Whiskey” is a classic country heartbreak song. It is a song about pain, loss, and the power of love. Jackson’s performance is heartfelt and moving, and the song’s lyrics are sure to resonate with anyone who has ever experienced heartbreak.
Background
Alan Jackson is one of the most successful country music artists of all time. He has released over 16 studio albums, 3 greatest hits albums, 2 Christmas albums, and 2 gospel albums. Jackson has sold over 75 million records worldwide, and he has won numerous awards, including 2 Grammy Awards, 16 CMA Awards, and 17 ACM Awards.
Jackson is known for his traditional country sound and his honest, relatable lyrics. He has written many of his own songs, including some of his biggest hits, such as “Chattahoochee”, “Don’t Rock the Jukebox”, and “Remember When”.
Critical reception
“Way Down In My Whiskey” received positive reviews from critics. AllMusic praised the song’s “heartfelt” lyrics and Jackson’s “powerful” vocals. Billboard called the song a “classic country heartbreak ballad” and said that it is “sure to resonate with anyone who has ever experienced heartbreak.”
Commercial performance
“Way Down In My Whiskey” was a commercial success. It reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and number 22 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song was also a success in Canada, where it reached number one on the Canadian Country Music chart.
Music video
The music video for “Way Down In My Whiskey” was directed by Shaun Silva. The video features Jackson singing the song in a variety of settings, including a bar, a church, and a cemetery. The video also features flashbacks of Jackson’s character with his lost love.
Legacy
“Way Down In My Whiskey” is a classic country heartbreak song. It is a song about pain, loss, and the power of love. Jackson’s performance is heartfelt and moving, and the song’s lyrics are sure to resonate with anyone who has ever experienced heartbreak. The song is a testament to Jackson’s songwriting skills and his ability to connect with his audience.
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Lyrics
Most of the dayI keep her far awayThen some little somethingWill start that ole replayAnd I don’t pull out her best picturesI don’t ever say her nameBut I can’t stop it when the bottle’s lowLate at night, all aloneWhen I’m way down in my whiskeyAnd my mind is all unwoundWhen I’m way down in my whiskeyThat’s when she comes aroundYou can move out of the houseYou can sell that ole MustangSleep on the wrong side of the bedThe dreams are all the sameYou can tell your heart to let her goTherе’s parts that still remainIt’ll never all just disappearI know she’ll be there, drivin’ me insaneWhen I’m way down in my whiskeyAnd my mind is all unwoundWhen I’m way down in my whiskeyThat’s when she comes aroundOh, I can’t let her goWhen the bottle’s lowShe’ll be there I knowWhen I’m way down in my whiskeyAnd my mind is all unwoundWhen I’m way down in my whiskeyThat’s when she comes aroundWhen I’m way down in my whiskeyThat’s when she comes around