Bartender's Blues
George Jones · 1978
28 min · 10 tracks · country
A poignant blend of heartache and honky-tonk, rooted in George Jones's signature storytelling style.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- poignant storytelling with heartache
- concise tracks for quick engagement
- ideal for reflective late nights
- front-loaded emotional intensity
- nostalgic tunes for quiet moments
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer longer, sprawling albums
- seek upbeat party anthems
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Bartender's Blues' was released in January 1978, George Jones was already an established country artist, having previously achieved significant success with hits like 'The Grand Tour.' This album followed a period of personal struggles and creative revitalization, showcasing his ability to convey deep emotional narratives through song as he continued to build on his legacy in country music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Merle Haggard· Waylon Jennings· Johnny Cash
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Bartender’s Blues 3:47
- 2 I’ll Just Take It Out in Love 3:12
- 3 If You Loved a Liar (You’d Hug My Neck) 2:24
- 4 Ain’t Your Memory Got No Pride at All 2:37
- 5 I Gave It All Up for You 2:21
- 6 I Don’t Want No Stranger Sleepin’ in My Bed 2:58
- 7 I Ain’t Got No Business Doin’ Business Today 2:54
- 8 Leaving Love All Over the Place 2:53
- 9 (When Your Phone Don’t Ring) It’ll Be Me 2:27
- 10 Julianne 2:39
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