The sad thing of this family is their daughter Mattie lost her husband Ben after just about a year of marriage in 2018. Jackson and his wife bought a house in Florida and the three kids were celebrating one of the daughters birthday and Ben was helping a lady on a boat and he slipped on the boat and fell backwards and suffered traumatic brain injuries and lived only two weeks until he died. Alan was said to have been completely devastated because hewas really close to Ben. They hunted and fished together. They never got over it.
They were high school sweethearts...at one point they seperate and that's what he meant when he said...we came together, fell apart and broke each others hearts. They remain together even today!!
I'm a huge Alan Jackson fan. I saw him recently on live show and was shocked to find he has become a victim of some kind of disabling disorder than is effecting his motor skills and isn't able to stand or walk very long. So he did nearly the entire show singing sitting on a stool. It was heartbreaking to see him going through this. But these are things we go through as we get older. He still sounded amazing. He had his wife near and looking on just smiling at him admiringly. Warmed my soul to see.
.. I don't mean to be rude, or to offend you, but it's not something that comes with ages.. Allan Jackson is not that old ☺️ but he is born with it and it is called Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) disease.. He talked about it in 2021, how it had affected him for years, but obviously as you've seen lately it's worse by now.. I think that he will go on singing for as long as he can, because he loves it and why not.. If a stool is the best help.. After all, he can sit down and play his guitar and sing.. But you are right, it is heartbreaking to see him like that..
Denise Alan's wife was a flight attendant. Glenn Campbell was on the plane. Denise gave Glenn a demo of Alan That is what gave him a chance to be where it all started.😊
This song was played at my husband's funeral. We were one month shy of our 38th anniversary. It's difficult to hear... but I love the song. So relevant to many people.
I remember him saying that he and his wife took a huge step moving to Nashville in hopes of getting a big break there in his career. While there he said he held several jobs to try to pay the bills and went through a lot of hardships. One of his part time jobs was washing dishes at a local restaurants.
I remember when 30 seemed old and now at 56 thirty seems so young the baby of the family is now turning 32. I love this song I play it when I am out in the shop after working on the truck or the cars it makes my mind play back like movie the kids and now the grandkids. The hard times the good times the Kids growing up the moving out to start their own lives I though it would be great we have the house to ourselves but it was strange the house felt empty took a long time to get use to and most of all I missed them. I look at my wife across the driveway working on the garden I just smile and think Alan your right I would do it all again wouldn't change thing. I have had a great life and I am content with what we have and what been through made us stronger
They were high school sweethearts & have been married 43 years & have 3 daughters. He has some fun tunes too! 'Five o'clock somewhere' & 'Chatahoochie' are a couple to start with.
Love Alan and this song makes me cry everytime, when he said Old ones die and new was born Thanks so much for yoyr reaction for this wonderful song from Alan 💞💞💞💞😢😢💞💞
I'm so glad you did this one! It's one of my favorite songs of all times❤ This was my parents song. They had an amazing relationship and were married 40 years when we lost mom to breast cancer. I can't ever hear it without crying though.
I love this song it was one of my dad's favorite My dad passed away in 2008 at age of 58 he died of cancer At the time dad and mom were married 40 years and 3 months which is very rare these days My cousin on mom's side set them up on a blind date and they were together to the end
Alan's songs are so relatable. A few suggestions to listen to: Jim Reeves-Welcome To My World & I Love You Because; Randy Travis-Three Wooden Crosses; Vince Gill & Patty Lifeless (live version)-Go Rest High On That Mountain. I'm really enjoying your country adventure💖
He was one of my parents favorite country singers. My mother loved him especially because she always thought that my daddy looked just like him when he was younger. Alan Jackson is one of those talented people and I don’t believe he ever put out a bad song. I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
Hey Mr., Alan Jackson grew up in the town where my Aunt & cousins live, Newnan, GA. He has a sorta silly song that was a hit called "Chattahoochee." It's a river that runs through Atlanta and SW toward Newnan. "Livin' On Love" & "Gone Country" are older, decent songs. I mostly listened to him in the 90s, so except for the 9/11 song, I've only heard "Drive" and "Remember When" through reactions. I do recommend "Tonight I Climbed the Walls" & "Someday" the most. "Midnight in Montgomery" has probably been suggested. "The Older I Get" is another good one...a story. "Here in the Real World" is good. He looks much younger since most are from 30+- years or so ago. "Chasin' that Neon Rainbow" is another good 'un. "Wanted" is really good but short. He sang "He Stopped Loving Her Today" at George Jones' funeral ("I Don't Need Your Rocking Chair"). "Don't Rock the Jukebox" & "Pop a Top" are fun songs. "Country Boy" is good but "A Country Boy Can Survive" is better. He performed "Blues Man" live with Hank Jr. (Bocephus...ha ha). I like "Between the Devil and Me." Hate the devil though. "Good Time" is another oldy but goody. Highly recommend, easy, fun song. "Mercury Blues" is highly recommended, too. "Precious Memories" is a good gospel cover, he did quite a few gospel songs. Country singers sing gospel the best out of any genre in my opinion. "Jim and Jack and Hank" is a goodie. Anyway, I mainly suggest "Tonight I Climbed the Walls," "Someday," "Gone Country," "Livin' on Love," "Here in the Real World," "Mercury Blues," "Chasin' That Neon Rainbow," "Good Time" and "Don't Rock the Juke Box." He has many duets with George Strait, Allison Krauss, The Zac Brown Band and Hank Jr. among others. You were talking about George Strait the other day...I'm sure "All My Exes Live in Texas" and "Amarillo by Morning" have been suggested so adding my vote, plus "Give it Away," my favorite. Thanks for your videos. Have a good night!
This song is just perfect. Perfect words that create a picture and evoke such emotion. Then the music...the mandolin and the violins are so delicate and perfectly placed. The older I get the more appreciation I have for it.
Also consider “I’m Not Gonna Miss You” by the legendary Glen Campbell. It was his farewell song to his family as he battled Alzheimer’s. There’s also an amazing documentary about his battle that featured the song. The song was nominated for an Acadamy Award and the soundtrack won a Grammy. He passed in 2017. He had a remarkable career. 💔
One of my absolute all time favorites! My husband and I are at the point where “we turn gray and the children move away”. Actually the children moved out well before we turned gray. Our youngest moved out to go to college We married exactly 2 weeks after my 19th birthday and here we are just over 41 years later. Four adult men (our sons) and two amazing grandsons. Has life been perfect, no….but I wouldn’t change a thing. We have so many “remember when” moments and look from making many more. Thank you for your lovely reaction.
Beautiful!! This type of songwriting is Alan's trademark, he's done so many soulful songs. And what an amazing voice! Thank you for this great reaction!
This is my husband and my song.. We’ve been married since we were 15 & 16 (28years). Alan Jackson is from our town in Georgia., his mother lived up the road from us, until she passed.
I'm pretty sure you may already have this one on the list, but just in case you don't you may want to add "WHEN SOMRBODY LOVES YOU" it's another incredible one from Alan Jackson.
I've been waiting for you to react to this one. I knew you would enjoy it. Alan did a duet with George Strait about the 'death of real country music' called Murder on Music Row. you might enjoy that one. thanks again! can't wait to see what you react to next
When they first started, there were only 2 men in country music that wore jeans like they were born in them. Alan Jackson and Dwight Yoakum. And I love both of them, like old friends. Named one of our rescues Jackson, he was my Yeah-yeah dog. Lived a good long life. Thanks Craig for responding to this.
I would love your reaction to Brandi Carlisle’s The Joke. The video is beautiful and emotional She also has a once in a generation voice. She’s now considered Americana/ Country Folk. But her voice is going to amaze you. No one can compare. Thanks for the consideration. Love your channel! 🤓🎶
The sad thing of this family is their daughter Mattie lost her husband Ben after just about a year of marriage in 2018. Jackson and his wife bought a house in Florida and the three kids were celebrating one of the daughters birthday and Ben was helping a lady on a boat and he slipped on the boat and fell backwards and suffered traumatic brain injuries and lived only two weeks until he died. Alan was said to have been completely devastated because hewas really close to Ben. They hunted and fished together. They never got over it.
when his wife comes out and they dance together it's the sweetest thing, and his girls are beautiful
I remember when!❤❤😢❤😢❤
They were high school sweethearts...at one point they seperate and that's what he meant when he said...we came together, fell apart and broke each others hearts. They remain together even today!!
I'm a huge Alan Jackson fan. I saw him recently on live show and was shocked to find he has become a victim of some kind of disabling disorder than is effecting his motor skills and isn't able to stand or walk very long. So he did nearly the entire show singing sitting on a stool. It was heartbreaking to see him going through this. But these are things we go through as we get older. He still sounded amazing. He had his wife near and looking on just smiling at him admiringly. Warmed my soul to see.
.. I don't mean to be rude, or to offend you, but it's not something that comes with ages.. Allan Jackson is not that old ☺️ but he is born with it and it is called Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) disease.. He talked about it in 2021, how it had affected him for years, but obviously as you've seen lately it's worse by now.. I think that he will go on singing for as long as he can, because he loves it and why not.. If a stool is the best help.. After all, he can sit down and play his guitar and sing.. But you are right, it is heartbreaking to see him like that..
I had a cousin that opened up for him before he became famous my mom went I didn’t big mistake!! My mom said he was tall and good looking lol
Denise Alan's wife was a flight attendant. Glenn Campbell was on the plane. Denise gave Glenn a demo of Alan
That is what gave him a chance to be where it all started.😊
This song was played at my husband's funeral. We were one month shy of our 38th anniversary. It's difficult to hear... but I love the song. So relevant to many people.
Favorite love song. It’s sweeter knowing their real life story. They did almost split at one point.
That's his wife in the video!❤️
Beautiful 😍💕 song, love it!!❤❤
Mr. Jackson dancing with his real wife in the video. Sweet couple. ❤️❤️
I think only one song can compare to this one: Garth Brooks THE DANCE. You will love it, guaranteed to make your list!❤️
Completely agree
I can tell it's meaning a lot to you also!❤
Another song to consider is I Hope You Dance by Leann Womack.
I remember him saying that he and his wife took a huge step moving to Nashville in hopes of getting a big break there in his career. While there he said he held several jobs to try to pay the bills and went through a lot of hardships. One of his part time jobs was washing dishes at a local restaurants.
I remember when 30 seemed old and now at 56 thirty seems so young the baby of the family is now turning 32. I love this song I play it when I am out in the shop after working on the truck or the cars it makes my mind play back like movie the kids and now the grandkids. The hard times the good times the Kids growing up the moving out to start their own lives I though it would be great we have the house to ourselves but it was strange the house felt empty took a long time to get use to and most of all I missed them. I look at my wife across the driveway working on the garden I just smile and think Alan your right I would do it all again wouldn't change thing. I have had a great life and I am content with what we have and what been through made us stronger
They were high school sweethearts & have been married 43 years & have 3 daughters. He has some fun tunes too! 'Five o'clock somewhere' & 'Chatahoochie' are a couple to start with.
Love Alan and this song makes me cry everytime, when he said Old ones die and new was born Thanks so much for yoyr reaction for this wonderful song from Alan 💞💞💞💞😢😢💞💞
That's his wife he's dancing with in the video.
“The older I get” is another of his greats
Livin' on love...live keep it country....pls react to it..tq
Everybody should be a little bit in love with Alan Jackson!
This is my favorite Alan Jackson song, and he's my favorite country Artist. Thanks for this one.
Beautiful....❤❤❤
What a beautiful song for his beautiful wife. They are definitely soul mates
Pretty lady dancing with him is his wife Diane.
I Love Alan Jackson! True man!
Very nice reaction.
This is actually his wife and children in this video.
I like Small Town Southern Man as a favorite
Alan wrote this for his ANNIVERSARY several years ago!
You need to listen to "Don't Rock the Jukebox". Prior to "Where Were You", it was considered Alan Jackson's greatest song.
AJ has at least 30 massive hits…”Remember When” is one of my all time favorites. “Sissy’s Song” is maybe the most beautiful of his many songs.
I'm so glad you did this one! It's one of my favorite songs of all times❤ This was my parents song. They had an amazing relationship and were married 40 years when we lost mom to breast cancer. I can't ever hear it without crying though.
December 2023, my wife and I will renew our vows. It will be our 30th wedding anniversary. And this song will play for our first dance.
Lady he is dancing with in the video is his wife Denise.
Enjoy your journey into country music! The best part is, you haven’t even scratched the surface yet 😁
The best comment award goes to.. You craig!
3 super songs for you:
Jeff Carson ~ “Real Life”
Colin Raye ~ “Love Me”
Steve Wariner ~ “Holes In The Floor Of Heaven”
I love this song it was one of my dad's favorite
My dad passed away in 2008 at age of 58 he died of cancer
At the time dad and mom were married 40 years and 3 months which is very rare these days
My cousin on mom's side set them up on a blind date and they were together to the end
I saw him in Grn’ville SC yrs ago and he was great. Have never forgotten that.
Wanted,some day and midnight in Montgomery are also big songs by Alan Jackson
Alan's songs are so relatable.
A few suggestions to listen to: Jim Reeves-Welcome To My World & I Love You Because; Randy Travis-Three Wooden Crosses; Vince Gill & Patty Lifeless (live version)-Go Rest High On That Mountain.
I'm really enjoying your country adventure💖
Awesome reactions sir. I am so very glad you have given country a chance. You may want to check out Holly Dunn, Daddy's Hands.
He was one of my parents favorite country singers. My mother loved him especially because she always thought that my daddy looked just like him when he was younger. Alan Jackson is one of those talented people and I don’t believe he ever put out a bad song. I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
This is my favorite of all Alans amazing songs, even i cry every time 😢thanks for sharing 💞
he needs to do Summertime Blues, that's a toe tapper and it shows Alan's fun side and also Country Boy, that's another fun song.
Forever Country would be a good song to do. Alan Jackson is one of MANY Country stars in this song
Every song of his is brilliant!
Chattahootchie, Little Bitty, 5 o’clock somewhere, I’m a Country Boy to name a few
Hey Mr., Alan Jackson grew up in the town where my Aunt & cousins live, Newnan, GA. He has a sorta silly song that was a hit called "Chattahoochee." It's a river that runs through Atlanta and SW toward Newnan. "Livin' On Love" & "Gone Country" are older, decent songs. I mostly listened to him in the 90s, so except for the 9/11 song, I've only heard "Drive" and "Remember When" through reactions. I do recommend "Tonight I Climbed the Walls" & "Someday" the most. "Midnight in Montgomery" has probably been suggested. "The Older I Get" is another good one...a story. "Here in the Real World" is good. He looks much younger since most are from 30+- years or so ago. "Chasin' that Neon Rainbow" is another good 'un. "Wanted" is really good but short. He sang "He Stopped Loving Her Today" at George Jones' funeral ("I Don't Need Your Rocking Chair"). "Don't Rock the Jukebox" & "Pop a Top" are fun songs. "Country Boy" is good but "A Country Boy Can Survive" is better. He performed "Blues Man" live with Hank Jr. (Bocephus...ha ha). I like "Between the Devil and Me." Hate the devil though. "Good Time" is another oldy but goody. Highly recommend, easy, fun song. "Mercury Blues" is highly recommended, too. "Precious Memories" is a good gospel cover, he did quite a few gospel songs. Country singers sing gospel the best out of any genre in my opinion. "Jim and Jack and Hank" is a goodie. Anyway, I mainly suggest "Tonight I Climbed the Walls," "Someday," "Gone Country," "Livin' on Love," "Here in the Real World," "Mercury Blues," "Chasin' That Neon Rainbow," "Good Time" and "Don't Rock the Juke Box." He has many duets with George Strait, Allison Krauss, The Zac Brown Band and Hank Jr. among others. You were talking about George Strait the other day...I'm sure "All My Exes Live in Texas" and "Amarillo by Morning" have been suggested so adding my vote, plus "Give it Away," my favorite. Thanks for your videos. Have a good night!
Alan’s Chattahoochee is a fun video and very upbeat - also 5 o’clock somewhere.
I saw your reaction to my favorite line in this song! "Remember when 30 seems so old..."
(37 years ago I was 30 lol)
THANK YOU for watching the video and then 'reacting'.
Too many reaction channels stop and start the video to blabber on and on.
Alan has done a couple of duets with George Strait. One Murder on Music Row won some awards is worth a listen.
This song is just perfect. Perfect words that create a picture and evoke such emotion. Then the music...the mandolin and the violins are so delicate and perfectly placed. The older I get the more appreciation I have for it.
Also consider “I’m Not Gonna Miss You” by the legendary Glen Campbell. It was his farewell song to his family as he battled Alzheimer’s. There’s also an amazing documentary about his battle that featured the song. The song was nominated for an Acadamy Award and the soundtrack won a Grammy. He passed in 2017. He had a remarkable career. 💔
WOW, great song and great reaction.👏
One of my absolute all time favorites! My husband and I are at the point where “we turn gray and the children move away”. Actually the children moved out well before we turned gray. Our youngest moved out to go to college We married exactly 2 weeks after my 19th birthday and here we are just over 41 years later. Four adult men (our sons) and two amazing grandsons. Has life been perfect, no….but I wouldn’t change a thing. We have so many “remember when” moments and look from making many more. Thank you for your lovely reaction.
Now something fun ---- Chattahoochee
One of my favorite songs by Alan Jackson ❤
Another good one by George Jones....Wild Irish Rose.. Returning from Vietnam, then put on the streets..
Love Alan. Don't Rock the Jukebox is another great song by him
Oh, how I love this song! The kids knew when it came on the radio that Mama was going to cry and sing. We danced to this at our daughter’s wedding.
He does have a lighter side, check out his song "Good Time" or "Chattahoochee"
Beautiful!! This type of songwriting is Alan's trademark, he's done so many soulful songs. And what an amazing voice! Thank you for this great reaction!
I'd like to recommend She's Got the Rythm and I've Got the Blues.
This is my husband and my song.. We’ve been married since we were 15 & 16 (28years). Alan Jackson is from our town in Georgia., his mother lived up the road from us, until she passed.
React to The Older I Get! It is amazing!
So heartfelt
This one of my favorite songs and you are to cute.
Nitty gritty dirt band " fishing in the dark" wonderful song
You are correct, he did briefly separate from his wife
So fun to watch this journey. Not sure how much time you have but shout out for Toby Keith “We Were In Love”
I'd love to see you react to "Alan Jackson - Small Town Southern Man"
Sawyer Brown, The Wlak
This is another one of Alan's emotional songs
The song is a fantastic story
I'm pretty sure you may already have this one on the list, but just in case you don't you may want to add "WHEN SOMRBODY LOVES YOU" it's another incredible one from Alan Jackson.
I request Seminole wind by John Anderson good song and one of my favorites
Alan has so many wonderful songs. A good fun song by him is “good time”. A must to watch.
OMG what a beautiful song, beautiful reaction. I love Alen Jackson
You have a great heart ❤️
I've been waiting for you to react to this one. I knew you would enjoy it. Alan did a duet with George Strait about the 'death of real country music' called Murder on Music Row. you might enjoy that one. thanks again! can't wait to see what you react to next
When they first started, there were only 2 men in country music that wore jeans like they were born in them. Alan Jackson and Dwight Yoakum. And I love both of them, like old friends. Named one of our rescues Jackson, he was my Yeah-yeah dog. Lived a good long life. Thanks Craig for responding to this.
Check out his cover of "Wonderful Tonight".
Awesome
I cry every time I hear this
Always Be My Baby is another great one…
He wrote it for his daughters, to sing at each of their weddings💖
I would love your reaction to Brandi Carlisle’s The Joke. The video is beautiful and emotional She also has a once in a generation voice. She’s now considered Americana/ Country Folk. But her voice is going to amaze you. No one can compare. Thanks for the consideration. Love your channel! 🤓🎶
Her wife is also from Britain. :)
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So you don't have to love me anymore 🎵
Should be your next
Alan Jackson song
You will ADORE this one too
Keep the good work ✌
Takk!💞💞💞
One of my favorite songs, beautiful song, awesome reaction❤
That is his wife in video and his daughters in pictures.
Chattahoochee is a must.
Alan Jackson has a great Christmas song called Let It Be Christmas. I don't understand why it's never on the radio during the holidays.
This is a top song for me and I love it so much.
Я познакомился с этой песней только год назад, хотя мне уже 60 лет. Но кажется что я знаю эту песню всю жизнь, и
… помню когда…
The song Dallas made me love Alan jackson.
I like "In Color" by Jamey Johnson
Please listen to Brooks and Dunn Believe
True country artists, great music
If you haven’t done AJ’s song “Sissy’s Song”…it should be up near the top of your list.
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