Sissy's Song
Alan Jackson
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Why did she have to go So young I just don't know why Things happen half the time Without reason without rhyme Lovely, sweet young woman Daughter, wife and mother Makes no sense to me I just have to believe She flew up to Heaven on the wings of angels By the clouds and stars and passed where no one sees And she walks with Jesus and her loved ones waiting And I know she's smiling saying Don't worry 'bout me Loved ones she left behind Just trying to survive And understand the why Feeling so lost inside Anger shot straight at God Then asking for His love Empty with disbelief Just hoping that maybe She flew up to Heaven on the wings of angels By the clouds and stars and passed where no one sees And she walks with Jesus and her loved ones waiting And I know she's smiling saying Don't worry 'bout me It's hard to say goodbye Her picture in my mind Will always be of times I'll cherish And I won't cry 'cause She flew up to Heaven on the wings of angels By the clouds and stars and passed where no one sees And she walks with Jesus and her loved ones waiting And I know she's smiling saying Don't worry 'bout me Don't worry 'bout me, don't worry about me
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Written by: ALAN JACKSON
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12 facts about this song
Song Inspiration"Sissy's Song" was inspired by a woman named Leslie "Sissy" Fitzgerald who worked as the housekeeper for Alan Jackson and his wife Denise. Fitzgerald died unexpectedly in 2007.
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Release DateThis heartfelt song was released in September 2008 as the fourth single from Jackson's album 'Good Time'.
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SongwritingAlan Jackson is the sole songwriter of "Sissy's Song". It is unusual in the country music industry for a song to only have one writer, especially a song that achieved such success.
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Music Chart Success"Sissy's Song" peaked at number 9 on the US Billboard Hot Country Songs and number 60 on the US Billboard Hot 100. It also charted in Canada, reaching number 65 on the Canadian Hot 100.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Sissy's Song" features scenes of everyday life interspersed with images of a woman walking on a beach. It was directed by Scott Scovill and premiered on CMT in early 2009.
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Song MeaningThe song is Jackson's interpretation of what Sissy would say to her loved ones after her death. It reassures listeners that she is safe and happy in heaven.
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Critics' ResponseCritics praised "Sissy's Song" as emotionally touching and a standout track on the album 'Good Time'.
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Award NominationThe song earned Jackson a nomination for 'Song of the Year' at the 2009 Country Music Association Awards.
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Live PerformancesJackson has often performed "Sissy's Song" at funerals and memorials, due to its healing and comforting message for those who have lost loved ones.
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Audience ReactionMany fans have shared that they find comfort and healing in "Sissy's Song", especially those who have lost a loved one.
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Album SuccessThe album 'Good Time' on which "Sissy's Song" appears, was a commercial success, debuting at number 1 on the U.S. Billboard 200 and U.S. Billboard Top Country Albums, becoming Jackson's fourth number 1 album on the Billboard 200.
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Cover VersionsVarious artists, mainly from the country music realm, have covered "Sissy's Song", demonstrating its profound impact on listeners and fellow musicians.
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