A Six Pack Ago

Steve Wariner · Burnin' the Roadhouse Down [Capitol] [1998]

This morning if someone had asked if you're gone

I would've managed a smile and said we're still hanging on

But if they pressed me I could've honestly said I don't know

Oh but that was a phone call and a six pack ago

I knew we were fading but I avoided the truth

And for my fool mistakes I had no excuse

I kept telling myself I couldn't break 'neath the load

Oh but that was a good-bye and a six pack ago

(chorus)

Yes I loved you but I lost you now it's all coming down

It's our fate and it's too late to turn things around

I was convinced I could somehow just let it go

But that was a jukebox and a six pack ago

(repeat chorus)

I was convinced I could somehow just let it go

But that was a fist-full of quarters and a six pack ago

A Six Pack Ago

Steve Wariner delivers a polished country rock anthem on 'A Six Pack Ago,' the lead single from his 1998 album 'Burnin' the Roadhouse Down.' The track exemplifies his signature blend of smooth vocals and driving instrumentation, capturing the carefree spirit of the late 90s country scene. Released under Capitol Records, the song showcases Wariner's ability to craft radio-friendly hits that balance traditional storytelling with modern production values. As a staple of his discography, the recording remains a defining example of his work during this prolific era, reflecting the enduring appeal of his melodic style and the roadhouse aesthetic that characterized much of his output in the mid-to-late 1990s.