Known for blending honky-tonk and mainstream country sounds, Alan Jackson is one of the greatest country music artists in this generation. Country music obsessives embrace his choice of music all over the world. With this, he has received numerous awards from credible country music award-giving bodies. Also, he has placed a bunch of No.1 hits on the country charts. And his 11th No.1 single can bring back the country sounds of the 90’s. “Tall, Tall Trees” is his borrowed song that topped the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart.
Tall, Tall Trees…
Initially, the song was recorded by George Jones and Roger Miller. Both artists were also the songwriters behind the words and lyrics. Jones released his version in 1958 under his album “Long Live King George.” On the other hand, Miller released his version in 1970 under his album “A Trip In The Country.”
However, Jones and Miller’s renditions didn’t top the chart. Not until Alan Jackson recorded him in 1995. His interpretation was widely and positively accepted by the audience. In fact, it was one of the most successful singles of Jackson.
“Tall, Tall Trees” is part of Jackson’s album “The Greatest Hits Collection.” It was released on October 9, 1995, and from December 9 to December 16, 1995, the song became No.1 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and the song was Jackson’s 11th No.1 single on the said chart.
The Content…
The song “Tall, Tall Trees” has an upbeat tempo which sounds so soothing. The man in the song promises his lover to give everything she desires. Even the most expensive things in the world, the man will offer to be with his lover. It is a description of a love that can conquer anything and everything.
The Lyrics…
If you want to drive a big limousine
I’ll buy the longest one you’ve ever seen
I’ll buy you tall, tall trees
And all the waters and the seas
I’m a fool, fool, fool for you
If you want to own a great big mansion
Well I’ll give it my utmost attention
I’ll buy you tall, tall trees
And all the waters and the seas
I’m a fool, fool, fool for you
Well I’m a fool, a fool for you
It may take a while, but I’ll prove it’s true
Well if it’s lovin’ you want, then I’ve got it
If it’s money you want, then I’ll get it
I’ll buy you tall, tall trees
And all the waters and the seas
I’m a fool, fool, fool for you (yahoo)
If you want to take a trip across the ocean
I’ll travel anywhere you take a notion
I’ll buy you tall, tall trees
And all the waters and the seas
I’m a fool, fool, fool for you
And if you want to own a great big mansion
Well I’ll give it my utmost attention
I’ll buy you tall, tall trees
And all the waters and the seas
I’m a fool, fool, fool for you
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