All My Ex's Live in Texas
Alan Jackson · Live at Texas Stadium (Strait, Buffett) [2007]
George Strait & Jimmy Buffett
Chorus:
All my ex's live in Texas
Texas is the place I'd really love to be
But all my ex's live in Texas
And that's why I hang my hat in Tennessee.
Rosanna's down in Texarkana
Wanted me to push her broom
Sweet Eileen's in Abilene
She forgot I hung the moon
Oh, Allison's in Galveston
Somehow lost her sanity
And Dimple's who now lives in Temple's
Got the law looking for me.
Chorus:
All my ex's live in Texas
And Texas is the place I'd really love to be
But all my ex's live in Texas
And that's why I hang my hat in Tennessee.
--- Instrumental ---
I remember that old Rio River
Where I learned to swim
But it brings to mind another time
Where I wore my welcome thin
By transcendental meditation
I go there each night
But I always come back to myself
Long before daylight.
All my ex's live in Texas
And Texas is the place I'd really love to be
But all my ex's live in Texas
And that's why I hang my hat in Tennessee.
Some folks think I'm hidin'
Some folks think I've died
But I'm alive and well in Tennessee...
All My Ex's Live in Texas
Alan Jackson's 'All My Ex's Live in Texas' stands as a defining anthem of modern country music, blending nostalgic storytelling with a vibrant, upbeat rhythm. Recorded for his 2007 live album, the track captures the essence of a stadium performance, showcasing Jackson's signature blend of acoustic warmth and polished production. The song explores the bittersweet reality of moving on from a past relationship while acknowledging that former partners have found happiness elsewhere. Its infectious melody and relatable lyrics about heartbreak and second chances have cemented its status as a staple at country festivals and a favorite among fans of the genre. The recording exemplifies Jackson's ability to deliver emotional depth within an energetic framework, making it a timeless piece in his discography.