Introduction:
Alan Jackson’s “Mercury Blues” is a captivating country music rendition of a classic blues standard. Released in 1993 as the fourth single from his album A Lot About Livin’ (And a Little ‘Bout Love), the track showcases Jackson’s ability to seamlessly blend traditional country elements with the soulful roots of blues music.
Originally penned by K.C. Douglas and Robert Geddins, “Mercury Blues” has been a staple in the blues repertoire since its inception. However, Jackson’s interpretation brought the song to a wider audience, introducing it to a legion of country music fans. The song’s enduring popularity is a testament to its timeless appeal and Jackson’s masterful delivery.
Produced by Keith Stegall, a renowned figure in the country music industry, “Mercury Blues” benefits from a rich, acoustic production that complements Jackson’s warm vocals. Stegall’s expertise in capturing the essence of traditional country music shines through, creating a sonic landscape that perfectly balances the song’s bluesy undertones with a contemporary country feel.
While the song didn’t achieve the same chart-topping success as some of Jackson’s other hits, it solidified his reputation as a versatile artist capable of tackling different genres with equal aplomb. “Mercury Blues” remains a fan favorite and a standout track in Jackson’s impressive discography, showcasing his talent for breathing new life into classic songs.
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Lyrics:
“Mercury Blues”
Well if I had money,
I’d tell you what I’d do,
I go downtown buy a Mercury or two.
Crazy bout a Mercury,
Lord I’m crazy bout a Mercury,
I’m gonna buy me a Mercury & cruise it up & down the road.Well the girl I love,
I stole her from a friend.
He got lucky stole her back again,
She heard he had a Mercury.
Lord she’s crazy bout a Mercury.
I’m gonna buy me a Mercury & cruise it up & down the road.Hey now mama
You look so fine
Driven round in your Mercury 49′
Crazy bout a Mercury
Lord I’m crazy bout a Mercury
I’m gonna buy me a Mercury & cruise it up & down the road.Well my baby went out
Didn’t stay long,
Bought herself a Mercury, come a cruisen home.
She’s crazy bout a Mercury,
Yeah she’s crazy bout a Mercury.
I’m gonna buy me a Mercury & cruise it up & down the road.
(Ahhh cruise now)Well if I had money,
I’d tell you what I’d do,
I go downtown buy a Mercury or two.
Crazy bout a Mercury,
Lord I’m crazy bout a Mercury,
I’m gonna buy me a Mercury & cruise it up & down the road.
I’m gonna buy me a Mercury & cruise it up & down the road.
I’m gonna buy me a Mercury & cruise it up & down the road.