Blue Side Of Heaven – Alan Jackson

Introduction:

“Blue Side of Heaven” by Alan Jackson was released in 2013 as part of The Bluegrass Album, a project that marked Jackson’s foray into bluegrass music. Known for his deep roots in traditional country, Jackson used this album to explore the bluegrass genre while still maintaining his signature storytelling style. The song stands out for its emotional depth, focusing on themes of loss, grief, and the hope for reunion in the afterlife.

Instrumentally, “Blue Side of Heaven” showcases the classic elements of bluegrass, with the use of banjo, fiddle, mandolin, and acoustic guitar, adding a timeless, melancholic feel to the track. The song fits seamlessly within the album’s overall bluegrass influence, highlighting Jackson’s respect for traditional American music. The emotional core of the song lies in its reflective lyrics, which express the narrator’s longing for a loved one who has passed on to a better place—”the blue side of heaven.”

Critically, The Bluegrass Album received positive reviews, with particular praise for Jackson’s heartfelt original songs, such as “Blue Side of Heaven.” Critics noted the album’s authenticity, with publications like American Songwriter and Rolling Stone emphasizing Jackson’s commitment to the bluegrass sound and his ability to blend it with his country roots​.

The song, along with the rest of the album, further solidified Jackson’s reputation as one of country music’s most versatile and enduring talents. It also resonated with fans of both bluegrass and traditional country, reflecting Jackson’s ability to convey powerful emotions through simple, honest songwriting.

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Lyrics:

“Blue Side Of Heaven”

Don’t be sad darlin’ I love you
And I’ll take you with my soul’s memory
I’m just going ahead to tell them about you
So they will all know you the way that I doAnd I’ll meet you dear on the blue side of heaven
Where angels sing and days never end
And I’ll dance with you on the blue side of heaven
Where God will bless our love once again

I’ll teach them all the songs that we love dear
And I’ll tell them of our babies at home
I’ll hug and kiss all of our loved ones
Who came before so I’m not alone

And I’ll meet you dear on the blue side of heaven
Where angels sing and days never end
And I’ll dance with you on the blue side of heaven
Where God will bless our love once again

So let me go and tell me you love me
I’m not afraid as darlin’ I know
That someday soon you’ll be there with me
We’ll be together as long as time goes

And I’ll meet you dear on the blue side of heaven
Where angels sing and days never end
And I’ll dance with you on the blue side of heaven
Where God will bless our love once again

So don’t be sad you know that I love you
And I’ll see you when it comes to your time
We’ll walk along some beautiful river
Hand in hand on life’s other side