Introduction:
“Short Sweet Ride” is a track from Alan Jackson’s 1990 debut album Here in the Real World. This song, like much of Jackson’s early work, captures the essence of small-town life and fleeting love. Jackson co-wrote the song with Keith Stegall and Roger Murrah, both notable figures in country music. The song paints a picture of carefree moments and youthful romance, set against the backdrop of rural simplicity. Its lyrics explore the bittersweet nature of a summer love affair, evoking both nostalgia and heartache.
Musically, “Short Sweet Ride” features Jackson’s signature blend of traditional country sounds, with acoustic guitar and subtle steel guitar riffs that were emblematic of 1990s country music. The production is clean and uncluttered, allowing Jackson’s smooth, soulful voice and storytelling to shine. While not as commercially successful as some of his other hits, the song resonated with fans for its relatable themes of love and loss, making it a memorable deep cut on the album.
Here in the Real World was a significant release for Alan Jackson, solidifying his place as one of country music’s rising stars. The album produced several hit singles, helping Jackson gain widespread recognition, and “Short Sweet Ride” contributed to the album’s overall appeal.
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Lyrics:
“Short Sweet Ride”
I could see it coming from a mile away,
A heartache looking for a place to stay.
But I couldn’t resist her and I couldn’t be cool,
The Lord made a woman to make a man a fool.[Chorus:]
It’s an age old story but it still holds true,
There ain’t no ending to what a man won’t do.
He’ll loves some woman till he goes insane,
It’s a short sweet ride on a runaway train.I was drunk and crazy by her sweet perfume,
But I knew stone sober I was being used.
Now, the heartache lingers like a cheap cologne,
She took all she wanted and she was gone.[Chorus:]
Well, It’s an age old story but it still holds true,
There ain’t no ending to what a man won’t do.
He’ll loves some woman till he goes insane,
It’s a short sweet ride on a runaway train.It was almost worth it for the time we spent,
‘Cause there ain’t no future in a heart for rent.
Still she taught me something ’bout the facts of life,
That love cuts quicker than a switch- blade knife.[Chorus:]
It’s an age old story but it still holds true,
There ain’t no ending to what a man won’t do.
He’ll loves some woman till he goes insane,
It’s a short sweet ride on a runaway train.[Chorus:]
It’s an age old story but it still holds true,
There ain’t no ending to what a man won’t do.
He’ll loves some woman till he goes insane,
It’s a short sweet ride on a runaway train.A short sweet ride on a runaway train…