Introduction:
“Blue Ridge Mountain Song,” performed by Alan Jackson, is a heartfelt track from The Bluegrass Album, which he released in 2013 as an homage to his love of bluegrass music. Known primarily for his country roots, Jackson collaborated with some of Nashville’s finest bluegrass musicians for this album, lending authenticity and depth to the genre’s classic sound. The Bluegrass Album resonated with fans, topping Billboard’s Bluegrass Album Chart and staying there for four months, marking a successful genre crossover for Jackson.
The song itself tells a poignant love story set against the scenic backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains, capturing themes of longing, connection to nature, and the bittersweet aspects of life. Jackson not only wrote the song but also took part in the visual storytelling, with his daughter Ali appearing in the music video. This added a personal touch, highlighting Jackson’s longstanding tradition of including family in his projects, as seen in earlier videos like “Drive (For Daddy Gene).”
“Blue Ridge Mountain Song” and its accompanying music video earned notable attention, reaching the top spot on GAC’s Top 20 Country Countdown. The track is celebrated for its traditional approach, with fans and critics alike praising Jackson’s commitment to creating an authentic bluegrass experience. This project reaffirmed his versatility and respect for traditional American music, earning accolades from publications like Rolling Stone and American Songwriter for its genuine bluegrass craftsmanship.
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Lyrics:
“Blue Ridge Mountain Song”
She was barely 17, he was tall and strong and lean
They were deep in love by June
Hand in hand beneath that moonAnd she sang a little blue ridge mountain song
And he’d just hum along
And they’d dance all night till dawn
On a hillside all alone
They were young and they were free
Like a mountain melody
In love as they could be
Singing that blue ridge song
She married in her mama’s wedding gown
Bought a house and settled down
He worked driving all around
All at large from town to town
And he’d come home every night
And she’d be waiting in the front porch light
And she’d sing a little blue ridge mountain song
And he’d just hum along
And they’d dance all night till dawn
On the front porch all alone
They were young and they were free
Like a mountain melody
In love as they could be
Singing that blue ridge song
They couldn’t tell him what was wrong
But they just didn’t know
It wasn’t very long until Jesus called her home
And he got down on his knees
Said “God don’t take my love from me”
Just let her sing a little blue ridge mountain song
Like she has all along
And I’ll dance with her till dawn
On a hill side all alone
And we’ll spend eternity like a mountain melody
In love as we can be
Singing that blue ridge song
Now he lives there all alone
In the house that they call home
In his heart there lies a void (?)
From the absence of her voice
And he lays down every night
Dreams about that front porch light
Where she sang a little blue ridge mountain song
And he’d just hum along
And they’d dance all night until dawn
On the hillside all alone
They were young and they were free
Like a mountain melody
In love as they could be
Singing that blue ridge song
Little blue ridge mountain song
Singing that blue ridge song
Sing a little blue ridge mountain song
Sing a little blue ridge mountain song
Singing that blue ridge song
Sing a little blue ridge mountain song
Sing a little blue ridge mountain song
Singing that blue ridge song
Sing a little blue ridge mountain song
Sing a little blue ride mountain song
Little blue ridge mountain song