Tall, Tall Trees

Alan Jackson

About Tall, Tall Trees

"Tall, Tall Trees" is a song co-written by American singers George Jones and Roger Miller. Both singers recorded their own versions: Jones on his 1958 album Long Live King George, and Miller on his 1970 album A Trip in the Country. However, it was not until October 1995 that the song was released as a single, by Alan Jackson, as one of the newly recorded tracks for his 1995 compilation album The Greatest Hits Collection. Jackson's cover was his eleventh Number One hit on the Billboard country charts.  


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If you want to drive a big limousine
I'll buy the longest one you've ever seen
I'll buy you tall, tall trees
And all the waters and the seas
I'm a fool, fool, fool for you

If you want to own a great big mansion
Well I'll give it my utmost attention
I'll buy you tall, tall trees
And all the waters and the seas
I'm a fool, fool, fool for you

Well I'm a fool, a fool for you
It may take a while, but I'll prove it's true

Well if it's lovin' you want, then I've got it
If it's money you want, then I'll get it
I'll buy you tall, tall trees
And all the waters and the seas
I'm a fool, fool, fool for you (yahoo)

If you want to take a trip across the ocean
I'll travel anywhere you take a notion
I'll buy you tall, tall trees
And all the waters and the seas
I'm a fool, fool, fool for you

And if you want to own a great big mansion
Well I'll give it my utmost attention
I'll buy you tall, tall trees
And all the waters and the seas
I'm a fool, fool, fool for you

Yeah I'm a fool, a fool for you
It may take awhile, but I'll prove it's true

Well if it's lovin' you want, then I've got it
If it's money you want, then I'll get it
I'll buy you tall, tall trees
And all the waters and the seas
I'm a fool, fool, fool for you
Yeah, I'm a fool, fool, fool for you

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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: GEORGE JONES, ROGER MILLER

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10 facts about this song

Song Creation
"Tall, Tall Trees" was co-written by country music legends George Jones and Roger Miller. It was originally released by George Jones in 1958.
Alan Jackson's Version
A cover version of the song was released by Alan Jackson in 1995. This version reached number one status in the U.S. and number three in Canada, achieving major success.
Chart Achievements
Alan Jackson's cover of "Tall, Tall Trees" topped the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks, pointing to its widespread popularity.
Music Video
The music video for "Tall, Tall Trees" features Alan Jackson on a rooftop playing his guitar, with various scenes of nature, including tall trees, in the background.
Album Inclusion
The song is included on Alan Jackson's compilation album titled "The Greatest Hits Collection," which was certified 6x Platinum by the RIAA.
Artistic Collaboration
Although George Jones and Alan Jackson are both world-renowned country artists, "Tall, Tall Trees" is their most prominent artistic intersection.
Roger Miller's Contribution
Roger Miller also recorded the song in the early 1960s. Roger is not well-known for this song, but he is an integral part of its creation and initial success.
Unique Twist
While the original and Roger Miller's version of the song is a slow ballad, Alan Jackson's rendition is upbeat, giving the song a unique twist.
Story Behind the Song
The song tells the story of a man who is willing to buy his lover anything she wants, including tall, tall trees and a waterfall. It is a cherished country love song.
Alan Jackson & George Jones
In addition to this song, both Alan Jackson and George Jones collaborated on other music projects and shared a close friendship until George Jones' death in 2013.

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