“The Older I Get” is a country ballad written by Adam Wright, Hailey Whitters, and Sarah Allison Turner, and recorded by American country music artist Alan Jackson. It was released in October 2017 as the lead single from his album of the same name. The song reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart and number 21 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
The song is a beautiful and reflective ballad about aging and the wisdom that comes with it. The singer sings about how he has learned to appreciate the simple things in life as he has gotten older. He sings about how he is more grateful for his family and friends, and how he is more content with his life.
“The Older I Get” was a major hit for Alan Jackson. It won the Grammy Award for Best Country Song in 2018 and was also nominated for Song of the Year. The song was also a critical success, with many critics praising Jackson’s vocals and the songwriters’ songwriting.
The song has been covered by many artists, including Reba McEntire, George Strait, and Brad Paisley. It has also been featured in several films and television shows, including “The Notebook” and “Grey’s Anatomy.”
“The Older I Get” is a classic country ballad that has stood the test of time. It is a song about aging, wisdom, and the simple things in life.
Background and Recording
“The Older I Get” was written by Adam Wright, Hailey Whitters, and Sarah Allison Turner in 2016. The songwriters were inspired to write the song after talking about their own experiences with aging. They wanted to write a song that would capture the beauty and wisdom that comes with getting older.
The songwriters recorded the song themselves in 2016, but it was not released as a single until 2017. Alan Jackson also recorded the song in 2017, and his version was released as the lead single from his album of the same name.
Personnel
- Alan Jackson – vocals
- Adam Wright – guitar
- Hailey Whitters – guitar
- Sarah Allison Turner – guitar
- Ray Edenton – guitar
- Buddy Emmons – pedal steel guitar
- Bobby Thompson – banjo
- Jack Clement – bass
- Jerry Carrigan – drums
- Produced by Alan Jackson and Keith Stegall
Legacy
“The Older I Get” is a classic country ballad that has stood the test of time. It is a song about aging, wisdom, and the simple things in life. The song has been covered by many artists, including Reba McEntire, George Strait, and Brad Paisley. It has also been featured in several films and television shows, including “The Notebook” and “Grey’s Anatomy.”
In 2018, “The Older I Get” was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame. The song was recognized for its “cultural, historical, or aesthetic significance.”
“The Older I Get” is a beautiful and moving song that continues to touch the hearts of listeners. It is a reminder of the beauty of aging and the wisdom that comes with it.