Introduction:
Alan Jackson’s “Ain’t Got Trouble Now” was released in 2013 as part of The Bluegrass Album. This track showcases Jackson’s signature style, blending his country roots with bluegrass elements. The song reflects a spirit of resilience and humor, telling the story of a man who’s faced his share of hardships but is determined to move past them. With its upbeat tempo and relatable lyrics, the song expresses a carefree attitude towards life’s problems, celebrating the idea of having weathered past difficulties and momentarily finding peace.
The song’s lyrics, written in a conversational tone, recount challenges like relationship woes, difficult jobs, and unreliable cars, all punctuated by the recurring refrain “I ain’t got trouble now.” Despite the obstacles, the protagonist maintains a sense of optimism, a sentiment familiar to fans of Jackson’s music. His smooth baritone voice and the bluegrass instrumentation—featuring banjos, fiddles, and acoustic guitars—create a lively, toe-tapping vibe that offers comfort and camaraderie to anyone who’s struggled but emerged with hope.
“Ain’t Got Trouble Now” embodies the heart of bluegrass music, with its storytelling tradition and down-to-earth themes, making it a relatable anthem for those who appreciate the lighter side of overcoming adversity.
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Lyrics:
“Ain’t Got Trouble Now”
The girl I loved, she sure was pretty,
but always runnin’ round.
She finally ran off with a boy from the city,
and I ain’t got trouble now.[Chorus:]
I ain’t got trouble now,
no I ain’t got trouble now.
I had it before, and I’ll have some more,
but I ain’t got trouble now.Spent ten years breakin’ my back,
for the meanest man in town.
Today I walked out and I ain’t goin’ back,
and I ain’t got trouble now.[Chorus:]
I ain’t got trouble now,
no I ain’t got trouble now.
I had it before, and I’ll have some more,
but I ain’t got trouble now.Had an ol’ rust bucket and four ball tires,
always breaking down.
Been walkin’ every day since it caught on fire,
and I ain’t got trouble now.[Chorus:]
I ain’t got trouble now,
no I ain’t got trouble now.
I had it before, and I’ll have some more,
but I ain’t got trouble now.Now I got no ride,I got no money,
and there ain’t no girls in this town.
But the whiskey goes down, smooth as honey,
and I ain’t got trouble now.[Chorus x3:]
I ain’t got trouble now,
no I ain’t got trouble now.
I had it before, and I’ll have some more,
but I ain’t got trouble now.