Introduction:
Released in 2008 on the album Good Time, “Country Boy” quickly became a hit single for Alan Jackson. The song, which he also wrote, was produced by Keith Stegall, a frequent collaborator of Jackson’s throughout his career. “Country Boy” reached number three on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and stayed on the chart for 40 weeks. While it didn’t quite achieve the chart-topping dominance of some of Jackson’s other hits, “Country Boy” became a fan favorite and a staple of country radio playlists.
The song’s easygoing melody and relatable lyrics capture the essence of small-town country life. Jackson sings about his love for his rural roots, from cruising down dirt roads in his four-wheel drive truck to the importance of family and community. “Country Boy” doesn’t shy away from the challenges of rural life, but it ultimately celebrates the resilience, simple pleasures, and strong values associated with it.
“Country Boy” resonated with listeners across the United States, particularly those in rural communities. The song became an anthem for those who identified with the experiences and values Jackson sings about. It further solidified Alan Jackson’s position as a leading voice in country music, an artist who could connect with his audience through genuine storytelling and relatable themes.
Even today, “Country Boy” remains a popular choice for country radio stations and a go-to for fans of Alan Jackson. The song continues to be a crowd-pleaser at Jackson’s concerts, a testament to its enduring legacy and its place as a modern country classic.
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Lyrics:
Excuse me ma’am, I saw you walkin’I turned around, I’m not a stalkerWhere you going? Maybe I can help youMy tank is full, I’d be obliged to take you‘Cause I’m a country boy, I’ve got a four-wheel driveClimb in my bed, I’ll take you for a rideUp city streets, down country roadsI can get you where you need to go‘Cause I’m a country boyYou sure look good, sittin’ in my right seatBuckle up, and I’ll take you through the five speedsWind it up, or I can slow it way downIn the woods or right uptownI’m a country boy, I’ve got a four-wheel driveClimb in my bed, I’ll take you for a rideUp city streets, down country roadsI can get you where you need to go‘Cause I’m a country boyBig 35’s whinin’ on the asphaltGrabbin’ mud, and slingin’ up some red dirt‘Cause I’m a country boyMy muffler’s loud, dual thrush tubesI crank the music, the tone gets real goodLet me know when we’re gettin’ closeYou can slide on out, or we can head on down the road‘Cause I’m a country boy, I’ve got a four-wheel driveClimb in my bed, I’ll take you for a rideUp city streets, down country roadsI can get you where you want to go‘Cause I’m a country boyBucket seats, soft as baby’s new buttLockin’ hubs, that’ll take you through a deep rut‘Cause I’m a country boy, I’ve got a four-wheel driveClimb in my bed, I’ll take you for a rideUp city streets, down winding roadsI can get you where you need to go‘Cause I’m a country boyYeahYeah I’m a country boy, I’ve got a four-wheel driveClimb in my bed, I’ll take you for a rideUp city streets, down country roadsI can get you where you want to go‘Cause I’m a country boyYeah, I’m a country boy,Oh, I’m just a country boy,A nice little country boy.