Since 2005, Aldean has been signed to Broken Bow Records, a record label for which he has released 11 albums and 40 singles. His 2010 album, My Kinda Party, is certified quadruple-platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). His 2012 album Night Train is certified double-platinum, while his 2005 self-titled debut, 2007 album Relentless, 2009 album Wide Open, 2014 album Old Boots, New Dirt are all certified platinum. Aldean has received five Grammy Award nominations throughout his career, twice for Best Country Album.
On July 23, 2021, Aldean released the single "If I Didn't Love You", featuring Carrie Underwood. It was the leadoff single to his tenth studio album, a double album project entitled Macon, Georgia. The first half, Macon, was released on November 12, 2021.
On January 14, 2022, "Trouble with a Heartbreak" was released as the album's second single and is the leadoff single to the second half of the album, Georgia, which was released on April 22, 2022.
On March 25, 2022, Aldean and Brantley Gilbert released the single "Rolex® on a Redneck".
On June 13th, 2022 Aldean released the single "That's What Tequila Does" to country radio ,from the double album "Macon, Georgia".
In 2023, Aldean sparked controversy as his song "Try That In A Small Town" as well as its music video attacked the Black Lives Matter movement and promoted guns. Both have been criticized as racist and for allegedly promoting gun violence. Aldean has denied the allegations. CMT later pulled the music video for the song in response to these allegations. The music video was also shot at the site of the lynching of black man Henry Choate in 1927, leading to accusations of Aldean supporting lynchings. Aldean has also denied these allegations. After the song's peak position on the Hot 100 was revealed, several allegations of chart fixing and payola were made against Aldean as his song has chart well higher than the final chart projections from 2 days before it was revealed.
On August 24, 2023, Aldean announced his eleventh album Highway Desperado, which was released on November 3, 2023, and released the song "Let Your Boys Be Country" the following day.
Don't Give Up On Me
Jason Aldean Lyrics
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I curse out loud I drink too much,
I'm more of a sinner than a saint,
Gotta dusty bible on my shelf,
I just pick it up when I need help,
Lord know there's a lot I need to change,
And I want to baby you make me want to
You never stop believing in me when I don't know,
Who I am or what I'm supposed to be,
I don't give you no good reason,
But baby don't give up on me
I've smoke my last cigarette,
At least a hundred times I bet,
I guess I'll just keep quitting til it sticks,
But for all the things I've failed to do,
I've never failed at loving you,
We both know I can't grant your ever wish,
But I want to baby you make me want to
You tie the knot when I'm at the end of my rope,
You never stop believing in me when I don't know,
Who I am or what I'm supposed to be,
I don't give you no good reason,
But baby don't give up on me
You tie the knot when I'm at the end of my rope,
You never stop believing in me when I don't know,
Who I am or what I'm supposed to be,
I don't give you no good reason,
But baby don't give up on me
The lyrics of Jason Aldean's "Don't Give Up On Me" depict a man's acknowledgement of his imperfections and his ongoing struggle to improve himself. He admits that he falls short in his faith, swearing and excessive drinking. He also recognizes that he is flawed and needs to change, and that he may not always be the best version of himself. However, despite his shortcomings and failures, he realizes that he has a partner who believes in him and supports him through thick and thin, through his darkest moments and insecurities. The woman's unwavering faith in him is what drives him to become better and grow into a stronger individual.
The song gives insight into the complexity of human relationships, the struggles we face and the love that holds it all together. It highlights the importance of compassion, perseverance and the value of a partner who never gives up on us, even when we feel like giving up on ourselves.
Overall, "Don't Give Up On Me" is a song that speaks to the hearts of those who struggle with self-doubt and insecurity, reminding us that we all have the potential to become better versions of ourselves with the right support, love, and dedication.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't go to church enough,
I feel like I don't worship God as much as I should.
I curse out loud I drink too much,
I have a problem with swearing and drinking.
I'm more of a sinner than a saint,
I tend to do bad things more than I do good things.
Gotta dusty bible on my shelf,
I have a Bible that I don't read or use often.
I just pick it up when I need help,
I only turn to my Bible when I need guidance or comfort.
Lord know there's a lot I need to change,
I recognize that I have many flaws and need to improve myself.
And I want to baby you make me want to
You inspire and motivate me to be a better person.
You tie the knot when I'm at the end of my rope,
You support me when I'm in a tough situation and feel like giving up.
You never stop believing in me when I don't know,
Even when I lose faith in myself, you continue to have faith in me.
Who I am or what I'm supposed to be,
I struggle with my identity and purpose in life.
I don't give you no good reason,
I don't have any valid excuses or explanations for my behavior.
But baby don't give up on me
Please don't lose hope in me and our relationship.
I've smoke my last cigarette,
I've tried to quit smoking many times in the past.
At least a hundred times I bet,
I've attempted to quit smoking countless times before.
I guess I'll just keep quitting til it sticks,
I will continue to try to quit smoking until I succeed.
But for all the things I've failed to do,
I have a history of not following through on my goals or promises.
I've never failed at loving you,
Despite my flaws, I have always loved and cared for you deeply.
We both know I can't grant your every wish,
I acknowledge that I am not perfect and cannot fulfill all your desires.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Brett Cornelius, Troy Verges
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