If Drinkin' Don't Kill Me (Her Memory Will)

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"If Drinkin' Don't Kill Me (Her Memory Will)" is a song written by Harlan Sanders and Rick Beresford, and recorded by American country music artist George Jones. It was released in January 1981 as the third single from his album I Am What I Am. The song peaked at number 8 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart.


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The bars are all closed
It's four in the morning
I must have shut 'em all down
By the shape that I'm in

I lay my head on the wheel
And the horn begins honking
The whole neighborhood knows
That I'm home drunk again

If drinking don't kill me
Her memory will
I can't hold out much longer
The way that I feel
With the blood from my body
I could start my own still
But if drinking don't kill me
Her memory will

These old bones, they move slow
But so sure of their footsteps
As I trip on the floor
And I lightly touch down

Lord it's been ten bottles
Since I tried to forget her
But the memory still lingers
Lying here on the ground

And if drinking don't kill me
Her memory will
I can't hold out much longer
The way that I feel
With the blood from my body
I could start my own still
But if drinking don't kill me
Her memory will

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George Jones

George Glenn Jones (born September 12, 1931) is an American country music singer known for his long list of hit records, his distinctive voice and phrasing, and his marriage to Tammy Wynette. more »

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Written by: Harlan Sanders, Richard Beresford

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10 facts about this song

Creation and Release
The song "If Drinkin' Don't Kill Me (Her Memory Will)" was released by George Jones in 1981. The track featured on his album "I Am What I Am", reaching wide popularity and commercial success.
Songwriters
The song was written by two eminent songwriters of the country music domain - Harlan Sanders and Rick Beresford.
Chart Performance
"If Drinkin' Don't Kill Me (Her Memory Will)" reached number 8 on the Billboard Country Singles chart in 1981, establishing George Jones as one of the top country music artists of his generation.
Cultural Influence
The track has also played a significant role in popular culture and was used in several films. It was notably featured in the 2010 movie "Country Strong".
Noteworthiness
The opening line of the song is often quoted by fans and critics alike: "The bars are all closed, it's four in the morning...". It is renowned for conveying a deep sense of melancholy and desperation, which strongly resonates with audiences.
Connection to Jones's Personal Life
This song is one of several George Jones' tracks that mirror his own personal struggles with alcohol and heartbreak, giving it an intensely personal emotional depth.
Cover Versions
Several artists have since covered the song, including the likes of Hank Williams III and Aaron Lewis, illustrating its enduring popularity within the country music genre.
Critically Acclaimed
The song is often counted among George Jones's finest tracks, thanks to its haunting melody and the compelling rawness of its lyrics.
Nostalgia
The song continues to be played in honky-tonk bars around the world, evoking a sense of nostalgia for the golden age of country music.
The Alcohol Theme
"If Drinkin' Don't Kill Me (Her Memory Will)" is one among numerous country songs that explore the theme of alcohol as both a companion and an adversary, contributing to the genre's reputation for soulful and truthful storytelling.

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