You Can't Give Up on Love
Alan Jackson · Original Album Classics [2011]
You say you're heart's been broken
And you just can't win
You say that you'll never find love again
Let me tell you friend.
Chorus:
You can't give up on love
That's the one thing we've got to keep goin'
It don't come easy and it's so hard to hold
But you can't give up on love.
Looked out my window and what did I see?
It's another broken family
The kids are stayin' with mama at home
Daddy's livin' in a house all alone.
Chorus:
But you can't give up on love
That's the one thing we've got to keep goin'
It don't come easy and it's so hard to hold
You can't give up on love.
--- Instrumental ---
Troubled times make it hard to stay
So many lovers take the easy way
But don't go crazy and jump ship too soon
Everday can't be a honeymoon.
Chorus:
Aw, you can't give up on love
That's the one thing we've got to keep goin'
It don't come easy and it's so hard to hold
But you can't give up on love.
No, you can't give up on love.
Oh, you can't give up on love...
You Can't Give Up on Love
Alan Jackson's 'You Can't Give Up on Love' stands as a quintessential example of his mastery in country balladry, blending acoustic storytelling with emotional depth. Recorded for the 'Original Album Classics' compilation, the track exemplifies the Nashville sound that defined Jackson's career, characterized by its warm, organic instrumentation and his signature vocal delivery. The song reflects a central theme in Jackson's discography: the resilience of the human spirit in the face of heartbreak. By weaving together traditional country themes with a polished production style, the recording reinforces his reputation as a chronicler of everyday struggles and triumphs. It serves as a testament to his ability to craft anthems that resonate across generations, capturing the universal sentiment that love, despite its complexities, remains a force worth enduring.