Introduction:
“She Ain’t Hooked On Me No More,” a duet by Toby Keith and Merle Haggard, was released in 2005 as part of Keith’s Honkytonk University album. The song was co-written by Keith’s frequent collaborator, Scotty Emerick, and showcases a blend of traditional country with modern elements, paying tribute to heartbreak, a theme central to country music.
The song narrates the story of a man reflecting on his relationship’s end and realizing his partner has moved on, having “quit” him. The lyrics emphasize the consequences of neglecting love and slipping back into bad habits, a common theme in country ballads. Haggard’s raw, emotive delivery perfectly complements Keith’s more modern style, creating a unique dynamic. Haggard’s presence on the track lends authenticity, as he was known for songs about resilience and lost love.
The collaboration between Keith and Haggard was highly praised, not only because of their vocal chemistry but also due to the generational bridge it represented—uniting Haggard’s legacy with Keith’s contemporary success. The song became a standout on the album and continues to resonate with listeners for its timeless portrayal of heartache and regret.
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Lyrics:
“She Ain’t Hooked On Me No More”
[VERSE 1]
I gave up on cigarettes to the day, I ain’t touched one yet
But tonight, I think I’m gonna burn the whole pack.
I laid off 90 proof, ain’t had a drop in years and that’s the truth
But tonight, when I light the first one, I’m gonna open up the Jack[CHORUS]
She ain’t hooked on me no more
She ain’t hooked on me no more
The one thing that always hurt her the most
Is the one thing she finally quit fighting for
She ain’t hooked on me no more
She ain’t hooked on me no more
I’m pickin up all my bad habits again
She’s letting one go[VERSE 2]
For years she had it real bad
I was the only addiction she ever had
Her love made me so high, but I abused it.
And here I sit all alone tonight
Whiskey on the rocks and more cigarettes to light
Holdin on to everything I’ve got left, hopin I don’t loose it.[CHORUS]
She ain’t hooked on me no more
She ain’t hooked on me no more
I’m pickin up all my bad habits again
She’s letting one go
Yeah, I’m pickin up all my bad habits again
She’s letting one go