Alan Jackson

The Musical Journey of a Country Icon

Alan Jackson is one of the most successful country music artists of all time. Born in 1958 in Newnan, Georgia, Jackson grew up listening to gospel music in church and the country sounds of Hank Williams, George Jones and Charley Pride on the radio. As a teenager, he began playing guitar and writing his own songs, influenced by traditional country as well as rock n’ roll artists like The Eagles.

After graduating high school, Jackson moved to Nashville to pursue a career in music. He worked odd jobs during the day and played shows at night, trying to get his big break. In 1989, he landed a record deal with Arista Nashville and released his debut album Here in the Real World. It kicked off an incredibly successful career that has spanned over three decades (and counting!).

Over the years, Jackson has released 16 studio albums and amassed dozens of hit singles on the Billboard country charts. Some of his most popular songs include “Chattahoochee,” “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere” with Jimmy Buffett, “Remember When,” “Where Were You (When the World Stopped Turning),” and many more. He is known for blending traditional country songwriting with a honky tonk influence.

Jackson has won numerous awards throughout his prolific career, including two Grammys and 16 Academy of Country Music Awards. He was inducted into the Georgia Music Hall of Fame in 2001 and the Grand Ole Opry in 1991. Other highlights include being named Entertainer of the Year multiple times by both the CMA and ACM.

Though Jackson has collaborated with other artists, he is considered a solo artist. His discography includes 16 studio albums, three greatest hits albums, two Christmas albums and one gospel album. Some of his most popular records are Don’t Rock the Jukebox (1991), A Lot About Livin’ (And a Little ‘Bout Love) (1992), Everything I Love (1996), Drive (2002) and Like Red on a Rose (2006).

Now in his 60s, Jackson remains one of country music’s most respected and decorated artists. His smooth voice and authentic, heartfelt songs have earned him a loyal fanbase that continues to support him year after year. Alan Jackson’s legendary career has cemented his place as a true icon in country music history.

Discography

Albums

  • Angels and Alcohol (2015-07-17)
  • New Traditional (1992)
  • Honky Tonk Christmas (1993-10-12)
  • Let It Be Christmas (2002-10-22)
  • Like Red on a Rose (2006-09-26)
  • Here in the Real World (1990-02-27)
  • Good Time (2008-03-04)
  • Nighttime Dreams (2014-07-04)
  • Thirty Miles West (2012-06-05)
  • What I Do (2004-09-07)
  • When Somebody Loves You (2000-11-07)
  • Precious Memories, Volume II (2013-03-22)
  • A Lot About Livin’ (and a Little ’Bout Love) (1992-10-09)
  • Don’t Rock the Jukebox (1991-05-14)
  • Freight Train (2010-03-29)
  • Where Have You Gone (2021-05-14)
  • Under the Influence (1999)
  • Who I Am (1994-06-28)
  • High Mileage (1998-09-01)
  • Everything I Love (1996-10-29)
  • The Bluegrass Album (2013-09-24)
  • Precious Memories (2006-02-28)
  • Drive (2002-01-15)

Singles

  • It's Five O'Clock Somewhere (2003)
  • The Older I Get (2017-10-20)
  • Remember When (2003)
  • Redneck Games (1996-06-04)
  • Chasin' That Neon Rainbow (1989)
  • Lord I Hope This Day Is Good (2020-08-26)