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Released 30 years ago

I Lived to Tell It All

George Jones · 1996

32 min · 10 tracks · country

A reflective journey through heartache and resilience, wrapped in traditional country storytelling.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo reflective vibe
  • heartfelt storytelling through resilience
  • for casual gatherings
  • nostalgic echoes of past love

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy dance tracks
  • prefer standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1996, George Jones was a seasoned country icon, having weathered personal struggles and career ups and downs. 'I Lived to Tell It All' came during a renaissance of sorts for Jones, following his acclaimed album 'The Bradley Barn Sessions' in 1994, which had rejuvenated his artistic voice.
Stylistic neighbors
Merle Haggard· Waylon Jennings· Johnny Cash

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Honky Tonk Song 2:47
  • 2 Back Down to Hung Up on You 3:39
  • 3 Billy B. Bad 3:02
  • 4 Hundred Proof Memories 3:57
  • 5 It Ain’t Gonna Worry My Mind 2:57
  • 6 The Lone Ranger 2:40
  • 7 Tied to a Stone 4:07
  • 8 I’ll Give You Something to Drink About 3:07
  • 9 I Must Have Done Something Bad 3:19
  • 10 Hello Heart 2:46

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