Introduction:
Good Time by Alan Jackson, released in 2008, is a prime example of a country music artist returning to their roots. The song is the title track and second single from Jackson’s fifteenth studio album, simply titled Good Time. This album marked a shift back to the traditional country sound that Jackson was known for earlier in his career, after several albums that incorporated more pop and rock influences.
Good Time was produced by Keith Stegall, a long-time collaborator of Jackson’s who has produced many of his most successful albums. Stegall is known for his work with other country artists as well, including Kenny Chesney and Zac Brown Band.
The release of Good Time as a single was a strategic move for Jackson. The album’s lead single, Small Town Southern Man, had already reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. Good Time continued this success, reaching number one itself a few months later. This marked Jackson’s twenty-fourth number one hit on the country charts, solidifying his place as one of the most successful country artists of all time.
Good Time‘s upbeat tempo and relatable lyrics resonated with audiences. The song describes the feeling of wanting to unwind and have fun after a long work week. It’s a sentiment many people can identify with, and the song quickly became a popular choice for country radio stations and playlists. The success of Good Time helped the Good Time album achieve platinum certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), signifying sales of over one million units.
Even though it wasn’t released as the lead single, Good Time is considered one of the defining songs of the album. It perfectly encapsulates the return to traditional country that Jackson was aiming for, and its catchy melody and themes continue to be enjoyed by fans today.
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Lyrics:
Good time
Work, work all week long
Punchin’ that clock from dusk to dawn Countin’ the days ’til Friday night That’s when all the conditions are right for a good time I need a good timeYeah, I’ve been workin’ all week
And I’m tired and I don’t wanna sleep I wanna have fun It’s time for a good timeI cashed my check, cleaned my truck
Put on my hat, forgot about work Sun goin’ down, head across town Pick up my baby and turn it around Good time Oh, I need a good timeI’ve been workin’ all week
And I’m tired and I don’t wanna sleep I wanna have fun Time for a good time Hey!Pig in the ground, beer on ice
Just like ol’ Hank taught us about Singin’ along, Bocephus songs Rowdy friends all night long Good time Lord, we’re having a good timeYea, I’ve been workin’ all week
And I’m tired and I don’t wanna sleep I wanna have fun It’s time for a good time Woo!Heel-toe, Dosey Doe
Scootin’ our boots, swingin’ doors B & D Kix and Dunn Honkin’ tonk heaven, Double shotgun Good time Lord, we’re havin’ a good time‘Cause I’ve been workin’ all week
And I’m tired and I don’t wanna sleep I wanna have fun It’s time for a good timeShot of Tequila, beer on tap
Sweet southern woman sat on my lap G with an O, O with a D T with an I and an M and an E And a good time Shew, good timeI’ve been workin’ all week
And I’m tired and I don’t wanna sleep I wanna have fun It’s time for a good time Oh, turn it up nowA shot of Tequila
Beer on tap A good-looking woman To set on my lap A G with an O, an O with a D A T with an I, an M with an E That spells good time A good time (good time)Ohh, I’ve been workin’ all week
And I’m tired and I don’t wanna sleep I wanna have fun Time for a good timeTwelve o’clock, two o’clock, three o’clock, four
Five o’clock we know where that’s gonna go Closing the door, shuttin’ ’em down Head for that Waffle House way across town Good time Ohh, we’re havin’ a good timeOhh, I’ve been workin’ all week
And I’m tired and I don’t wanna sleep I wanna have fun It’s time for a good time Ohh, I’ve been workin’ all week And I’m tired and I don’t wanna sleep I wanna have fun It’s time for a good time Ohh, I’ve been workin’ all week And I’m tired and I don’t wanna sleep I wanna have fun It’s time for a good timeOhh, yeah, a good time
I need a good time Yeah, a good time