Introduction:
Someday arrived on the heels of Jackson’s critically acclaimed debut album, “Here in the Real World,” released in 1989. By 1991, Jackson was already building a loyal fanbase hungry for his brand of honest, relatable country music. This sophomore album, Don’t Rock The Jukebox, solidified his position as a rising star. The album itself, produced by the esteemed duo of Scott Hendricks and Keith Stegall, leaned heavily on the neotraditional country sound. This genre, a conscious return to the roots of country music, emphasized traditional instrumentation like steel guitars and fiddles, alongside Jackson’s powerful vocals.
Someday, co-written by Jackson himself alongside Jim McBride, perfectly encapsulates the neotraditional movement’s core themes. It’s a heart-wrenching tale of a failing relationship, a desperate plea for reconciliation met with the harsh reality of a love reaching its inevitable end. The song’s simplicity is its strength. A gentle acoustic guitar melody sets the stage, punctuated by the mournful wail of the steel guitar. Jackson’s voice, imbued with a quiet desperation, narrates the story of a man facing the consequences of his own shortcomings.
Someday wasn’t just a critical darling; it achieved significant commercial success. The song reached number two on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart, solidifying Jackson’s position as a country music force to be reckoned with. It resonated deeply with listeners, becoming an anthem for those facing the heartbreak of a love lost.
But Someday transcends the realm of mere chart success. It’s a timeless exploration of regret, missed opportunities, and the fragility of love. It’s a song that lingers long after the final note fades, a testament to Jackson’s songwriting prowess and his ability to connect with listeners on a deeply emotional level. So, when you press play on Someday, prepare to be transported to a world of heartache and longing, a world where the promises of “someday” may not be enough to salvage a love on the brink.
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Lyrics:
“Someday”
I can’t take this heartache, anymore
She said don’t tell me lies and try to please me
I’ve heard it all so many times beforeAnd I took her by the arm and said don’t leave me
There’s nothin’ in this world, I wouldn’t do
Just give me time, I’ll be the man you’ve needed
She said I wish that I could take that, for the truth
And I said someday, I’ll get my life straight
And she said it’s too late, what’s done is done
And I told her someday, she said I can’t wait
‘Cause sometimes someday, just never comes
She said all I’ve ever wanted, was to love you
And somewhere deep inside me I still do
But now I think it’s time I stopped believin’
‘Cause I’m never gonna see a change in you
And I said someday, I’ll get my life straight
And she said it’s too late, what’s done is done
And I told her someday, she said I can’t wait
‘Cause sometimes someday just never comes
Sometimes someday just never comes