Still Doin' Time
George Jones
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Has it been a year since the last time I've seen her My God I could swear it was ten And the ocean of liquor I drank to forget her Is gonna kill me but I'll drink till then I've been livin' in hell with a bar for a cell Still payin' for my cheatin' crime Oh, and I got a long way to go, still doin' time Still doin' time in a honky tonk prison Still doin' time, where a man ain't forgiven My poor heart is breakin' but there's no escapin' Each morning I wake up and I find Still doin' time Oh, when you're caught cheatin' twice it's twenty to life In a place where the sun never shines And tomorrow you're gonna find me right here Still doin' time Still doin' time in a honky tonk prison Still doin' time, where a man ain't forgiven My poor heart is breakin' but there's no escapin' Each morning I wake up and I find, Still doin' time Still doin' time
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Written by: HILLARY LEE LINDSEY, JOHN E. MOFFAT, LUKE ROBERT LAIRD, MICHAEL PATRICK HEENEY
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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11 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Still Doin' Time" by George Jones is classified under the genre of Country music, which is often noted for its storytelling lyrics and traditional acoustic instrumentation.
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Release InformationThe song was officially released in 1981. It is included in Jones’ album titled "Still the Same Ole Me," which was also released the same year.
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Chart Performance"Still Doin' Time" was a major hit for George Jones. It reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart in October of 1981.
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Song MeaningThe lyrics of "Still Doin' Time" portray the pain of a man who equates his life of loneliness and heartbreak after a breakup to being like a prison sentence, metaphorically speaking.
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SongwritersThe song was written by Michael P. Heeney and John Edward Moffat.
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CollaboratorsThe music arrangement and production of the song involved collaboration with renowned musicians and professionals, including producer Billy Sherrill.
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Recording Information"Still Doin' Time" was recorded in Nashville, Tennessee, which is regarded as the home of significant country music recording studios.
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LegacyThe song is often considered as one of Jones’ signature songs and has been covered by several other artists, including Johnny Paycheck and John Conlee.
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George Jones' Personal LifeWhile not directly related to the song, it is notable that George Jones' personal life during the time of release mirrored the song's theme. Jones was suffering from alcoholism and often missed concerts, resulting in the nickname "No Show Jones".
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Music VideoAlthough music videos were not as commonly made in the early '80s, a music video was made for "Still Doin’ Time". This video is often noted for its portrayal of Jones looking tired and slightly disheveled, reflecting his personal struggles at the time.
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Critical RecognitionDespite the simplicity of its lyrics, "Still Doin' Time" received critical acclaim for its soulful delivery that showcases the emotional depth of George Jones' vocal prowess.
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