Alan Jackson Fought Back His Tears Performing At George Jones’ Funeral

Jun 24, 2020 by apost team

For more than two decades, Alan Jackson has been able to maintain a top position in the music charts with his unique traditional style of country music. His old-school tunes originate from the classical sounds of yesteryears’ country legends. On May 2, 2013, the legend performed at the memorial service of his best friend and longtime hero, George Jones. With the song “He Stopped Loving Her Today,” Jackson evoked emotions among his fans who felt his pain for losing a role model and an influencer in the rock industry.

The song “He Stopped Loving Her Today” was first released in the 1980s by George Jones from his album, I Am what I Am. It was the first number one solo music by Jones at the time. The song was written by Curly Putman and Bobby Braddock, and when Jones died in 2013, it hit the Hot Country Songs chart by becoming position 21. The song also made its way to the National Recording Registry in 2008 when the Library of Congress decided to preserve it. But the most memorable moment of the song was when Alan Jackson and George Strait sang it top pay tribute to the late Jones on November 6, 2013.

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Jackson has always admitted that Jones was the most influential artist whom he emulated in several ways. He mentioned the Possum in his favorite tracks “Murder on Music Row” and “Don’t Rock the Jukebox.” Interestingly, fans have noticed the influence of Jones in Jackson’s expertise in storytelling and conveying emotions at the right moment.

In an interview with Wide Open Country, Jackson stated that “He Stopped Loving Her Today” is a perfect country song of all time. The story is sorrowful, and to hear Jackson perform it during Jones’ memorial? It was such a magical moment in the world. You couldn’t imagine anyone doing it any other way, ever!

Although he is a household name, few people know the story of George Jones. He was born on September 12, 1931, in Texas. He started his career while a teenager but gained international fame when his best-known song “He Stopped Loving Her Today” become a no. 1 hit. Apart from his relatable lyrics, Jones was known for having remarkable phrasing and distinctive voice. He was commonly referred to as a famous country singer by fans.

Without any doubt, the singer touched the lives of so many people. He was close to many country music enthusiasts who copied his style, melody, and thoughts. His song “Here in the Real World” was not only a hit but moved the masses all over the world. Not long after Jackson’s 1990 hit “Here in the Real World” made through the country chats, he forged a close relationship with Jones. At the time, Jackson names the late hero as a big hero, and their friendship continued to blossom through the years. Both of them remained in touch through letters and physical visits until the time Jones passed on.

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