Job Description
Alan Jackson · Original Album Classics [2011]
Well, I know sometimes you find it hard
To understand just what we do out here
Well, that bus rolls up at home
And I just disappear.
And I sure don't like to leave you
Couldn't stand for you to think that I don't care
So I wrote this job description
Just to tell you what I do when I'm not there.
I sleep eighty miles an hour
To the whining of a diesel down the interstate
Dreamin' 'bout my little girls
The easy chair that sits beside the fireplace
Then we shut her down in another town
Shower up and do just what we came to do
Sing for the people
Count the money and the miles back home to you.
--- Instrumental ---
Well, each night I take the stage
With a six piece band and a guitar in my hand
Singin' songs about my life
All the good times and the bad.
Then we say goodbye and we load it up
And head somewhere I've already been
Then I lay down in that double bed alone
And I thank the Lord again.
I sleep eighty miles an hour
To the whining of a diesel down the interstate
Dreamin' 'bout my little girls
The easy chair that sits beside the fireplace
Then we shut her down in another town
Shower up and do just what we came to do
Sing for the people
Count the money and the miles back home to you.
Well, I just sing for the people
Count the money and the miles back home to you...
About Job Description
Alan Jackson's "Job Description" serves as a poignant narrative within his extensive body of work, reflecting the artist's signature blend of storytelling and acoustic country. Released on the compilation *Original Album Classics [2011]*, the track exemplifies Jackson's ability to explore themes of professional identity and personal struggle through a relatable lens. As part of his broader discography spanning nearly two decades, the song maintains his characteristic vocal warmth and lyrical focus on everyday life. The recording aligns with the traditional country genre, emphasizing acoustic instrumentation and heartfelt delivery that has defined Jackson's career since the late 1990s. While often associated with his earlier hits like "Way Down Yonder On The Chattahoochie," this track continues his tradition of crafting songs that resonate with listeners seeking authenticity. It stands as a testament to his consistent output of quality material, reinforcing his status as a leading figure in contemporary country music who prioritizes genuine emotion over flashiness.