Pop a Top

Alan Jackson

About Pop a Top

"Pop a Top" is a country song written and originally recorded by Nat Stuckey in 1966. The first hit version was released by Jim Ed Brown in May 1967 as the third and final single from his album Just Jim. The song was a number 3 Billboard country single for Brown in late 1967. It was later revived by Alan Jackson as the lead-off single from his 1999 album Under the Influence. Jackson's version peaked at number 6 on the United States Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart, and number 2 on the Canadian RPM Country Tracks chart.  


Year:
2003
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Pop a top again
I just got time for one more round
Set 'em up my friends
Then I'll be gone
Then you can let some other fool sit down

I'd like for you to listen to a joke I heard today
From a woman who said she was through and calmly walked away
I tried to smile and did a while but it felt so outta place
Did you ever hear of a clown with tears drops streaming down his face.

[Chorus]
Pop a top again
I think I'll have another round
Set 'em up my friend
Then I'll be gone and you can let some other fool sit down.

Home for me is misery and here I am wasting time
'Cause a row of fools on a row of stools is not what's on my mind
But then you see her leaving me it's not what I prefer
So it's either here just drinking beer or home remembering her.

[Chorus]
Pop a top again.

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Alan Jackson

Alan Eugene Jackson (born October 17, 1958) is an American country music singer, known for blending traditional honky tonk and mainstream country sounds and penning many of his own hits. He has recorded 14 studio albums, three Greatest Hits albums, two Christmas albums, one Gospel album and several compilations, all on the Arista Nashville label. More than 50 of his singles have appeared on Billboard's list of the "Top 30 Country Songs". Of Jackson's entries, 35 were number-one hits, with 50 in the Top 10. He is the recipient of 2 Grammys, 16 CMA Awards, 17 ACM Awards and nominee of multiple other awards. He is a member of the Grand Ole Opry, and was inducted into the Georgia Music Hall of Fame in 2001. Jackson has sold more than 60 million records worldwide. more »

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Written by: NAT STUCKEY

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10 facts about this song

Release Dates
Jim Ed Brown first released "Pop a Top" in 1967. - Alan Jackson released his version of the song in 1999.
Chart Performance
Brown's version reached number 3 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart and number 83 on the Pop charts. - Jackson's version peaked at number 6 on the US Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks.
Album Information
Brown's version was released on his album "Just Jim". - Jackson's version was included on his album "Under the Influence".
Genre and Style
Both versions of "Pop a Top" are classified as country music. - Alan Jackson's rendition of the song has a more modern country sound compared to Brown's version, reflecting a change in the country music genre over time.
Song Covers
Besides Alan Jackson, several other artists have covered "Pop a Top" including Ernest Tubb and The Derailers.
Song's Theme
"Pop a Top" is a classic country song dealing with the theme of heartbreak and the attempt to numb the pain with alcohol. The 'pop a top' in the song refers to opening beer bottles.
Awards and Nominations
Although the song did not win any major awards, it is considered a significant contribution to the traditional country genre for both artists.
Songwriters
"Pop a Top" was written by Nat Stuckey.
Recorded Versions
Jim Ed Brown’s version was recorded in Nashville, Tennessee. - Alan Jackson’s version was recorded in Nashville, Tennessee as well.
Popular Culture
"Pop a Top" has often been played at country music festivals and events, contributing to its popularity and longevity in the country music genre.

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