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Tennessee Whiskey

Chris Stapleton - Tennessee Whiskey Lyrics

"Tennesssee Whiskey" by Chris Stapleton is a heartfelt love song that uses the metaphor of alcohol to describe the intoxicating effect of love. The singer talks about his past where he sought solace in liquor, but then found a transformative love that rescued… Read more

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May 4, 2015
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Tennessee Whiskey Lyrics

Used to spend my nights out in a barroom
Liquor was the only love I'd known
But you rescued me from reachin' for the bottom
And brought me back from being too far gone

You're as smooth as Tennessee whiskey
You're as sweet as strawberry wine
You're as warm as a glass of brandy
And honey, I stay stoned on your love all the time

I've looked for love in all the same old places
Found the bottom of a bottle's always dry
But when you poured out your heart, I didn't waste it
'Cause there's nothing like your love to get me high

You're as smooth as Tennessee whiskey
You're as sweet as strawberry wine
You're as warm as a glass of brandy
And honey, I stay stoned on your love all the time

You're as smooth as Tennessee whiskey
You're as sweet as strawberry wine
You're as warm as a glass of brandy
And honey, I stay stoned on your love all the time

You're as smooth as Tennessee whiskey
Tennessee whiskey
Tennessee whiskey

You're as smooth as Tennessee whiskey
Tennessee whiskey
Tennessee whiskey

Writer(s): Linda H Bartholomew, Dean Dillon
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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What is the Meaning of Tennessee Whiskey?

"Tennesssee Whiskey" by Chris Stapleton is a heartfelt love song that uses the metaphor of alcohol to describe the intoxicating effect of love. The singer talks about his past where he sought solace in liquor, but then found a transformative love that rescued him from his destructive path. He compares his lover's smoothness to Tennessee whiskey, sweetness to strawberry wine, and warmth to a glass of brandy. These comparisons not only highlight the depth of his feelings but also how this love has become an addiction for him - one that he doesn't want to quit. The repetition of "Tennessee whiskey" emphasizes the soothing and comforting nature of this newfound love.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who originally wrote 'Tennessee Whiskey'?

    'Tennessee Whiskey' was written by Dean Dillon and Linda Hargrove in 1981.

  2. Who first recorded 'Tennessee Whiskey'?

    The song was first recorded by David Allan Coe in 1981, and it reached #77 on the Country chart. George Jones also covered it two years later, reaching #2 on the Country chart.

  3. How did Chris Stapleton come to cover 'Tennessee Whiskey'?

    Chris Stapleton decided to record a bluesy cover of 'Tennessee Whiskey' for his debut solo album, Traveller, in 2015 at the suggestion of his producer, Dave Cobb. He enjoyed playing it during soundchecks and decided to include it in every show.

  4. What impact did Chris Stapleton's performance of 'Tennessee Whiskey' at the 2015 CMAs have?

    Stapleton's performance of 'Tennessee Whiskey' with Justin Timberlake at the 2015 CMAs proved to be a breakthrough moment. Following this performance, 'Tennessee Whiskey' ranked as the second-largest selling digital song the following week, with 131,000 downloads sold.

  5. Did Chris Stapleton release 'Tennessee Whiskey' as a single?

    'Tennessee Whiskey' was never officially released to radio as a single by Chris Stapleton. However, it was released as a promotional CD single.

  6. 'Tennessee Whiskey's melody is similar to which other song?

    The melody of Chris Stapleton's version of 'Tennessee Whiskey' is an almost note-for-note rendition of Etta James' song 'I'd Rather Go Blind'. The R&B influence in Stapleton's version is notable.

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