(Who Says) You Can't Have It All

Alan Jackson

About (Who Says) You Can't Have It All

"(Who Says) You Can't Have It All" is a song co-written and recorded by American country music artist Alan Jackson. It was released in January 1994 as the fifth and final single from his album A Lot About Livin' (And a Little 'bout Love). The song peaked at number 4 on the U. S. Billboard Hot Country Singles chart and number 11 on the Canadian RPM Country Tracks chart. Jackson wrote the song with Jim McBride.


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1995
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A stark-naked light bulb hangs over my head
There's one lonely pillow on my double bed
I've got a ceiling, a floor and four walls
Who says you can't have it all

My room's decorated with pictures of you
Your letters wallpaper this shrine to the blues
I've got precious memories at my beck and call
Who says you can't have it all

I've got everything a broken heart needs
Oh, I'm doin' fine don't you worry 'bout me
'Cause I'm Lord and Master
Of a fool's Taj Mahal
Who says you can't have it all

I've got everything a broken heart needs
Oh, I'm doin' fine don't you worry 'bout me
'Cause I'm Lord and Master
Of a fool's Taj Mahal
Who says you can't have it all
Oh, who says you can't have it all

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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: Jim Mcbride, Alan Jackson

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Song Genre
"(Who Says) You Can't Have It All" is categorized as a Country song, known for its heartfelt lyrics and soulful melody.
Album
It is a track from Alan Jackson's fifth studio album titled "Who I Am", released in 1994.
Chart Performance
The single reached number 4 on the US Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks Chart, showcasing its popularity among country music fans.
As a Single
"(Who Says) You Can't Have It All" was released as the fourth single from the album "Who I Am."
Songwriters
It was written by Alan Jackson himself in collaboration with Jim McBride, one of the notable country songwriters.
Music Video
A music video was created for this song and was directed by Sherman Halsey, a significant figure in the music video industry.
Nominations
Although the song did not receive any individual accolades, the album was nominated for multiple music awards, supporting the overall success of the song.
Lyrics Message
The song carries a poignant message of longing and loss, illustrating a man who seems to have everything but still misses his departed lover.
Song Length
The song lasts just over three minutes, typical for a country song of its time.
Jackson's Style
"(Who Says) You Can't Have It All" is a quintessential Alan Jackson track, featuring his traditional honky-tonk country style with a blend of contemporary mainstream appeal.

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