Introduction:
Alan Jackson’s “Jim and Jack and Hank” is a timeless tribute to the enduring spirit of country music, released as the lead single from his fifteenth studio album, “Angels and Alcohol,” in 2015. This upbeat, toe-tapping tune showcases Jackson’s signature blend of traditional country sound and heartfelt lyrics, solidifying his status as one of the genre’s most beloved and respected artists.
In “Jim and Jack and Hank,” Jackson paints a vivid picture of a night out with his friends, where they gather to enjoy good music, good company, and a few drinks. The lyrics celebrate the simple pleasures of life and the importance of preserving the traditions that have made country music so special.
The song’s catchy melody and infectious energy quickly made it a fan favorite, and it became a staple on country radio stations across the United States. “Jim and Jack and Hank” also received critical acclaim, with many praising Jackson’s ability to capture the essence of country music in a modern context.
Beyond its commercial success, “Jim and Jack and Hank” serves as a testament to Alan Jackson’s enduring legacy as a country music icon. His commitment to traditional values and his ability to connect with audiences on a deep emotional level have solidified his place in the hearts of fans around the world.
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Lyrics:
“Jim And Jack And Hank”
Rather clear what’s taking place.
You were holding on to Louie
He was packing, he was heavy that plastic handle just about to breakWell then you picked up Chloe.
She knew y’all were going
She started barking like a tank.
I was shocked and I was joking,
But I would not be longing.
Cause I got Jim and Jack and Hank
Take your string bikinis, your apple martinis
Take what’s left there in the bank
Take your flat iron and your curlers
Your sparkling water and that damn perfume I never liked
Take your black Mercedes all that stuff for ladies
To me you’re just a total blank,
go on and leave me baby
I don’t need you, I got
Jim and Jack and Hank
Well now you left screaming and your tires screeching
That little dog right in your lap
I have become a little sad and I called up my old dad
He said son you just woke me from my nap
I told him you had left me.
He said now son don’t you hate me
You know exactly what I think.
You know you’re better off
You can fish and you can golf.
You still got Jim and Jack and Hank
Take your string bikinis, your apple martinis
Take what’s left there in the bank
Take your flat iron and your curlers
Your sparkling water and that damn perfume I never liked
Take your black Mercedes all that stuff for ladies
To me you’re just a total blank,
go on and leave me baby
I don’t need you, I got
Jim and Jack and Hank
That’s right
So I got out the whiskey I began to listen to songs out in my truck you couldn’t crank
I started feeling empty, then again it hit me. I got Jim and Jack and Hank
Take your string bikinis, your apple martinis
Take what’s left there in the bank
Take your flat iron and your curlers
Your sparkling water and that damn perfume I never liked
Take your black Mercedes all that stuff for ladies
To me you’re just a total blank,
go on and leave me baby
I don’t need you, I got
Jim and Jack and Hank
Yeah now go on and leave me baby
I don’t need you
I got Jim and Jack and Hank
That’s right, you go ahead, I’ll be a okay
Cause I got Jose, Captain Morgan
Not to mention Old George and Tammy, Loretta, Merell, Willie Nelson, Big John Cash
How about Old Jimmy Buffet bring him in there when it’s sun shining,
George Strait an old friend
Can’t forget Hank Jr and all his rowdy friends
I’m gonna clean out the whole closet, baby
All yeah… Goodbye