Tennessee Whiskey
George Jones Lyrics
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Liquor was the only love I've known
But you rescued me from reaching for the bottle
And you brought me back from being too far gone
You're as smooth as Tennessee whiskey
You're as sweet as strawberry wine
You're as warm as a glass of brandy
I looked for love in all the same old places
Found the bottom of the bottle always dry
But when you poured out your heart, I didn't waste it
'Cause there nothing like your love to gettin' me high
You're as smooth as Tennessee whiskey
You're as sweet as strawberry wine
You're as warm as a glass of brandy
And I stay stoned on your love all the time
I stay stoned on your love all the time
The song "Tennessee Whiskey" by George Jones is a country classic that tells the story of a person who found themselves lost in alcohol and drinking every night in a barroom. The lyrics start with a line that captures the heart of the song and sets the tone for the story. The singer says, "I used to spend my nights out in a barroom, liquor was the only love I've known." This line establishes a sense of loneliness and desperation that the singer feels before he meets the love of his life.
The singer then goes on to portray how his partner saved him from the destructive behavior of drinking and helped him return from the edge of going too far. It is a story of redemption and love that helped him to overcome his addiction. He compares his love to Tennessee whiskey, which is known for its richness and depth. The lyrics of the song also use some very creative and picturesque language to portray their love. The singer compares her love to "sweet strawberry wine" and "warm glass of brandy."
In the end, he expresses the depth of his love by saying, "And I stay stoned on your love all the time." This line shows how his love for his partner has become an addiction, like his previous addiction to alcohol. The song's message is about the redemptive power of love and how it can help people overcome addiction, loneliness, and despair.
Line by Line Meaning
I used to spend my nights out in a barroom
I used to live a life of heavy drinking and partying
Liquor was the only love I've known
I have never truly experienced love, only the temporary pleasure that comes with drinking alcohol
But you rescued me from reaching for the bottle
You saved me from drowning myself in alcohol by showing me true love
And you brought me back from being too far gone
You helped me overcome my addiction and return to a healthier, happier life
You're as smooth as Tennessee whiskey
You are as soothing and comforting as a fine whiskey from Tennessee
You're as sweet as strawberry wine
You are as delightful and charming as a glass of sweet strawberry wine
You're as warm as a glass of brandy
You bring me comfort and warmth, just like a glass of brandy
And I stay stoned on your love all the time
I am always intoxicated by your love and the happiness it brings me
I looked for love in all the same old places
I searched for love in the wrong places, like bars and clubs, where I only found false feelings and temporary satisfaction
Found the bottom of the bottle always dry
I found that alcohol could no longer satisfy me and only brought me deeper into despair
But when you poured out your heart, I didn't waste it
When you opened your heart to me, I cherished it and did not take it for granted
'Cause there nothing like your love to gettin' me high
Your love is the only thing that truly makes me feel alive and fulfilled
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Linda H Bartholomew, Dean Dillon
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Randall-dg6wn
@Wyatt Blackwood .....
Laugh it up, Moron.
There's a hell of a lot more
people agreeing with me than
there are agreeing with you.
Nobody has EVER put the
emotion and the pain into that
song like Chris Stapleton does.
You're just a dumb@$$ in denial.
@toniethomas7990
My husband sang this song to me on our first date. Every time the song was played we had to dance even if we had to stop and get out of the car. We renewed our vows after 25 yrs and thay was our song. I lost him 3 weeks ago and it will always be our song.
@mkccv
tonie thomas I’m sorry for your loss...
@davidohlman7236
So sorry, Tonie...
@dortoka
may god show him mercy
@rogerauger7766
I grieve with thee. :'(
@robertrstevens
This is so touching. They can now cut out my heart and th'ow it out the yard and let the dogs eat it!
@christinamichelle7885
My granddaddy who has dementia had the biggest smile on his face when I played him this. ❤️
@terrymackychoot1564
BLESS HIM and happy Christmas 🎄 and happy new year to you and yeah grandad
@houghtonjohn8341
Hello 👋 how are you doing today
@norbyvied89
God bless him!