Alan Jackson – Chattahoochee
“Chattahoochee” is a country song written by Alan Jackson and Jim McBride and recorded by Jackson. It was released in May 1993 as the third single from his album A Lot About Livin’ (And a Little ’bout Love). The song topped the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart and reached number 12 on the Billboard Hot 100. It also won the Country Music Association Award for Single of the Year in 1993.
Background and composition
“Chattahoochee” is a song about growing up in a small town in the South. The song’s lyrics are full of vivid imagery and detail, and they paint a powerful picture of a carefree life spent swimming in the Chattahoochee River, hanging out with friends, and falling in love.
Recording and production
“Chattahoochee” was recorded at the Sound Stage Studio in Nashville, Tennessee. The song was produced by Keith Stegall.
The recording features Jackson’s vocals accompanied by a simple acoustic guitar arrangement. Jackson’s vocals are warm and expressive, and they perfectly convey the emotion of the song.
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“Chattahoochee” is a beautiful and moving song that will be cherished for generations to come.
Here are some additional details about the song:
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- The song was written by Alan Jackson and Jim McBride.
- The song was recorded at the Sound Stage Studio in Nashville, Tennessee.
- The song was produced by Keith Stegall.
- The song topped the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart and reached number 12 on the Billboard Hot 100.
- The song won the Country Music Association Award for Single of the Year in 1993.
- “Chattahoochee” has been covered by many artists, including Jason Aldean, Luke Bryan, and Florida Georgia Line.