About The Song
In the annals of country music, few names evoke the raw emotion and heartfelt storytelling of George Jones. With his distinctive, slightly slurred vocals and a penchant for tear-in-your-beer ballads, Jones earned the moniker “No-Show Jones” for his reputation for missing concerts due to inebriation. Yet, beneath the troubled exterior lay a true artist, a man whose voice could convey the deepest shades of love, loss, and regret.
“Still Doin’ Time” stands as one of Jones’s most iconic and enduring numbers. Released in 1981, the song became an instant hit, topping the country charts and earning Jones a Grammy Award for Best Country Vocal Performance, Male. The song’s success propelled Jones back into the spotlight, solidifying his status as a country legend.
“Still Doin’ Time” is a classic tale of love and loss, one that resonates with listeners across generations. The song’s narrator, a man serving a life sentence for a crime he didn’t commit, finds solace in the memories of his lost love. He clings to the hope that one day she will return to him, even as he acknowledges the futility of his dreams.
Jones’s delivery is nothing short of masterful. His voice cracks with emotion as he sings of his unyielding love and the pain of his unjust imprisonment. The lyrics, penned by Norris Buddy and Billy Sherrill, are simple yet profound, capturing the essence of longing and despair.
“Still Doin’ Time” is more than just a country song; it’s a testament to the power of human emotion. Jones’s performance is a masterclass in vocal expression, and the song’s message of hope in the face of adversity continues to inspire listeners today. It’s a song that will stay with you long after the final note fades, a reminder of the enduring power of love and the resilience of the human spirit.
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Lyric
Has it been a year since the last time I’ve seen herMy God, I could swear it was tenAnd the ocean of liquor I drank to forget herIs gonna kill me but I’ll drink ’til thenI’ve been livin’ in hell with a bar for a cellStill payin’ for my cheatin’ crimeOh, and I’ve got a long way to goStill doin’ timeStill doin’ time in a honky tonk prisonStill doin’ time, where a man ain’t forgivenMy poor heart is breakin’Oh, but there’s no escapin’Each morning I wake up and I findStill doin’ timeOh, when you’re caught cheatin’ twice, it’s twenty to lifeIn a place where the sun never shinesAnd tomorrow you’re gonna find me right hereStill doin’ timeStill doin’ time in a honky tonk prisonStill doin’ time, where a man ain’t forgivenMy poor heart is breakin’Oh, but there’s no escapin’Each morning I wake up and I findStill doin’ timeStill doin’ time