Bourbon In Kentucky

Dierks Bentley

About Bourbon In Kentucky

"Bourbon in Kentucky" is a song written by Ryan Tyndell, Hillary Lindsey, and Gordie Sampson, and recorded by American country music artist Dierks Bentley with backing vocals by Kacey Musgraves. It is the first single from his seventh studio album, Riser. The song peaked at #45 on Country Airplay six weeks after its release date, becoming Bentley's lowest charting single at the time. He later spoke on the records disappointing performance while promoting the album release, stating that it "bombed" and that "we knew" it was a big risk releasing a dark song as the first single in summertime but he was happy with the great reception it got from his core fanbase.  


Year:
2014
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There ain't enough
Bourbon in Kentucky
For me to forget you
No there ain't enough
Matches I can strike
To set afire the memory of you

Up goes down
Right's gone left me behind
Wheels spin 'round
Reverse stuck in my mind

There ain't enough
Bourbon in Kentucky
For me to forget you
No there ain't enough
Bottles I could break
To make 'em feel as broken as I do

Stack up every barrel
Since the day it was made
Satisfaction guaranteed to kill the pain
But there ain't enough
Kisses from a stranger
On a long wild night to ever make it alright
If it ain't you

In my arms, in my bed
Yeah to hell with all the rest
Once you've had the best, nothing else will do
What's the use

There ain't enough
Bourbon in Kentucky
For me to forget you
No there ain't enough
Bottles I could drink
To make 'em feel as empty as I do

With my mouth wide open
In a whiskey rain
I could stand there 24 hours a day

But there ain't enough
Bourbon in Kentucky
For me to forget you
No there ain't enough
Bottles I could drink
To make 'em feel as empty as I do
No there ain't enough
Bourbon in Kentucky
For me to forget you
So forget you

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Dierks Bentley

Dierks Bentley (born November 20, 1975) is an American country music artist who has been signed to Capitol Records Nashville since 2003. That year, he released his self-titled debut album. Both it and its follow-up, 2005's Modern Day Drifter, are certified platinum in the United States. A third album, 2006's Long Trip Alone, is certified gold. It was followed in mid-2008 by a greatest hits package. His fourth album, Feel That Fire was released in February 2009. A bluegrass studio album, Up on the Ridge, was released on June 8, 2010, and then a sixth album, Home, followed in February 2012. more »

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Written by: GORDON FRANCIS SAMPSON, HILLARY LINDSEY, RYAN TYNDELL

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, OLE MEDIA MANAGEMENT LP

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10 facts about this song

General Overview
"Bourbon in Kentucky" is a song by American country music singer Dierks Bentley. It was released in June 2013 as the first single from his seventh studio album "Riser."
Featured Artist
The song features backing vocals from Kacey Musgraves, who was just starting to carve her own career as a country artist when she participated in Bentley's track.
Song Inspiration
The song was written by Ryan Tyndell, Hillary Lindsey, and Gordie Sampson. Bentley picked this song after a tragedy in his family, losing his father Leon Bentley in June 2012.
Emotional Impact
Dierks Bentley has told in interviews that the powerful lyrics helped him in dealing with the pain of the loss of his father. He said he was drawn to the vulnerability and the honesty of the lyrics.
Album Theme
The song "Bourbon in Kentucky" holds a heavier tone that sets the theme for "Riser", an album that Bentley described as his most personal and introspective to date.
Chart Performance
Despite its deeply personal message and heavy promotion, "Bourbon in Kentucky" did not perform as well as Bentley's previous singles. It peaked at number 40 on the Billboard Country Airplay chart.
Controversial Result
The song's relatively poor performance in the charts led to it being pulled out of radio, and it was replaced with "I Hold On" as the lead single of the "Riser" album.
Music Video
The music video for "Bourbon in Kentucky" was directed by Wes Edwards and it features Bentley performing the song in a rain-soaked street. This setting effectively portrays the melancholic mood of the track.
Musical Composition
The song's lush arrangement complements the heartbroken lyrics, with the steady drum beats and the mournful strumming of guitars echoing the singer's sorrow.
Artistic Recognition
Owing to its depth and vulnerability, "Bourbon in Kentucky" was widely recognized by critics and got Bentley a nomination in the 'Best Country Solo Performance' category at the 57th Grammy Awards.

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