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Introduction
In the vast and soulful landscape of country music, Alan Jackson stands tall as one of its greatest icons — a voice that has carried across decades, touching millions with songs that feel both timeless and deeply personal. His catalog is a patchwork of heartfelt ballads, lively honky-tonk numbers, and reflections that speak to love, loss, and the very essence of human life. Among these treasures, “Another Good Reason” remains a shining example of Jackson’s gift for blending humor, heartache, and honesty into a single unforgettable song.
Released in 1998 as part of his High Mileage album, the track takes a witty yet tender look at love’s complications. Its narrator faces a dilemma many will recognize: falling for someone already spoken for. The lyrics carry the tug-of-war between longing and conscience, highlighting the way desire can conflict with reality, and how even the best intentions can unravel when the heart is involved.
Jackson’s craftsmanship here is remarkable. With a touch of self-deprecating charm, he paints the picture of a man caught between what he feels and what he knows he should resist. The chorus — simple, clever, and delivered in Jackson’s signature drawl — lingers long after the last note fades:
“Well, I woke up this morning with a smile on my face / ’Cause I had another good reason to start the day / But then I remembered you weren’t there to hold me tight / And that’s another good reason to get drunk tonight.”
Musically, the arrangement is classic Jackson: understated yet rich. A steady acoustic guitar sets the foundation, while the warm cry of pedal steel and the subtle lilt of fiddle add that unmistakable country texture. The result is a song that feels intimate and universal all at once.
“Another Good Reason” speaks to unrequited love, the temptation of escape, and the bittersweet truths that bind us all. It’s equal parts tender and humorous, making it relatable to anyone who has wrestled with the messy complications of the heart.
So turn up the volume, let Alan Jackson’s voice fill the room, and scroll down to experience the music video that brings “Another Good Reason” fully to life.
Video
Lyric
I woke up the other night lyin’ on the floorJust because of what I said beforeShe said, “My name’s Juliet, but Romeo you ain’t”That’s another good reason not to drinkThat’s another good reason not to drinkWhen I’m sober, I’m almost a saintIf I keep goin’ on like this, I’ll end up like ol’ HankThat’s another good reason not to drinkI can’t go see my best friend, he said stay awayJust because of what I said on his wedding day“You ought to call her Sherman, ’cause she looks just like a tank”That’s another good reason not to drinkThat’s another good reason not to drinkWhen I’m sober, I’m almost a saintIf I keep goin’ on like this, I’ll end up like ol’ HankThat’s another good reason not to drinkI’m gonna sue the city about that police manLast night as I left the bar, he stepped right on my handHe, “Are you drunk or blind”; I said, “Let me think”That’s another good reason not to drinkThat’s another good reason not to drinkWhen I’m sober, I’m almost a saintIf I keep goin’ on like this, I’ll end up like ol’ HankThat’s another good reason not to drinkThat’s another good reason not to drinkWhen I’m sober, I’m almost a saintIf I keep goin’ on like this, I’ll end up like ol’ HankThat’s another good reasonBaby, let me in, I’m freezin’Another good reason not to drink…