Songs About Whiskey Lyrics – Anne Wilson

[Verse 1]
Turned the radio on my drive today
Heard a whole lot of songs ’bout a whole bunch of things
I knew all the words but I couldn’t relate
‘Cause my three chords and the truth is
I ain’t no preacher and I ain’t no judge
My straight and narrow’s been a little bit rough
Ain’t trying to bible belt kill the buzz
‘Cause God loves country music

[Chorus]
I’ve heard songs about Jack Daniels

Songs about Jim Beam
Heard songs about one night regrets
Neon and nicotine
I guess I’m just kinda fixed on
The only thing that’s ever fixed me
That’s why I sing songs about Jesus
Instead of singing songs about whiskey

[Verse 2]
Like when Johnny Cash met Billy Graham
Went from raising hell to raising hands
That back pew brought me on back again
Praise God I saw the light
Now my last call is when he calls me home
My dead end street is now a street of gold
They say sing about the things you know
And Heaven knows that’s why

[Chorus]
I’ve heard songs about Jack Daniels
Songs about Jim Beam
Heard songs about one night regrets
Neon and nicotine
I guess I’m just kinda fixed on
The only thing that’s ever fixed me

That’s why I sing songs about Jesus
Instead of singing songs about whiskey

[Instrumental Break]

[Chorus]
I’ve heard songs about Jack Daniels
Songs about Jim Beam
They’ll fill your cup but won’t fill you up
That ain’t why I sing
I guess I’m just kinda fixed on
The only thing that’s ever fixed me
That’s why I sing songs about Jesus
Instead of singing songs about whiskey

[Outro]
Oh-woah-woah, ooh-ooh
That’s why I sing songs about Jesus
Instead of singing songs about whiskey

[Verse 1]
The protagonist switches on the radio and hears numerous songs about various topics, but none resonate with her experiences. Despite knowing the lyrics, she can’t connect because her life has been a journey marked by struggle, not preachiness or judgment. She acknowledges the rough path she’s traveled and rejects the notion of using religion to dampen the enjoyment of country music, asserting that God embraces it too.

[Chorus]
The chorus highlights the prevalence of country songs glorifying alcohol and its effects, listing specific brands like Jack Daniels and Jim Beam. The singer acknowledges the allure of such songs, which often depict themes of regret and indulgence. However, she declares her preference for singing about Jesus, emphasizing the spiritual fulfillment she finds over temporary pleasures.

[Verse 2]
Referencing Johnny Cash’s encounter with Billy Graham, the singer illustrates a transformation from a life of rebellion to one of faith. She describes finding her way back to faith through a religious experience, symbolized by seeing the light. The imagery of a “street of gold” suggests a newfound spiritual richness. She reaffirms her commitment to singing about what she knows and believes.

[Chorus]
Repeating the chorus emphasizes the singer’s unwavering conviction in choosing to sing about Jesus over whiskey. She acknowledges that while songs about alcohol may temporarily satisfy, they ultimately leave a void. By contrast, she finds fulfillment in her faith, which she believes has truly “fixed” her.

[Instrumental Break]
The instrumental break allows for a musical interlude, providing a pause for reflection before the final repetition of the chorus.

[Chorus]
In the final iteration of the chorus, the singer contrasts the temporary pleasure of alcohol with the lasting fulfillment of her faith. She asserts that while whiskey may momentarily satisfy, it fails to provide true fulfillment. Therefore, she remains steadfast in her decision to sing about Jesus, as He is the source of her ultimate satisfaction.

[Outro]
The outro is a simple refrain emphasizing the singer’s dedication to singing about Jesus instead of whiskey, encapsulating the central theme of the song’s message.