About The Song

“It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere” is a country song written by Jim “Moose” Brown and Don Rollins. It was first recorded by Alan Jackson and Jimmy Buffett for Jackson’s 2003 greatest hits album, Greatest Hits Volume II. The song was released as the album’s lead single in June 2003 and became a massive hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and number 17 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It also won the Country Music Association (CMA) Award for Vocal Event of the Year in 2003.

The song is a lighthearted ode to escapism and relaxation. The lyrics tell the story of a man who is stuck at work on a hot day. He daydreams about being somewhere else, where it’s five o’clock and time to start drinking. The song’s catchy melody and carefree message made it a popular choice for country music fans and Buffett’s legion of Parrotheads.

Alan Jackson is a country music singer and songwriter who has been active in the music industry since the late 1980s. He has released 16 studio albums, three greatest hits albums, and two Christmas albums. Jackson has won numerous awards, including two Grammy Awards, 16 CMA Awards, and 17 Academy of Country Music Awards. He is known for his traditional country sound and his down-to-earth personality.

Jimmy Buffett is a singer, songwriter, author, and restaurateur. He is known for his laid-back, tropical lifestyle and his music, which often reflects his love of the beach, sailing, and margaritas. Buffett has released over 50 albums, including studio albums, live albums, and compilation albums. He has also written several books, including a best-selling autobiography. Buffett is a popular touring artist and his concerts are known for their festive atmosphere.

“It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere” is a classic country song that has become a favorite among fans of all ages. It is a fun and carefree song that celebrates the joys of life. The song’s message of relaxation and escapism is as relevant today as it was when it was first released.

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… The sun is hotAnd that old clock is movin’ slowAnd so am IWorkday passes like molasses in the wintertime, yeah, but it’s JulyGettin’ paid by the hour, and older by the minuteBoss just put me over a limitI’d love to call him somethin’But I think I’ll just call it a day
… Pour me somethin’ tall and strongMake it a hurricane before I go insaneIt’s only half past 12, but I don’t careIt’s five o’clock somewhereIt’s five o’clock in the urban stands, right?
… Well, this lunch breakIt’s gonna take all afternoon and half the nightTomorrow I know that there will be hell to payHey, but that’s all rightI ain’t had a day off now in over a yearMy Jamaican vacation’s gonna start right hereIf the phone’s for meYou can tell ’em I just sailed away
… Pour me somethin’ tall and strongMake it a hurricane before I go insaneIt’s only half past 12, but I don’t careHello cowgirlIt’s five o’clock somewhere
… I could pay off my tabPour myself in a cabAnd be back to work before twoAt a moment like this, you can’t help but wonderWhat would Jimmy Buffett do?I’d go to Wrigley and buy you all a drink
… Pour me somethin’ tall and strongMake it a hurricane before I go insaneIt’s only half past 12, but I don’t careMitchell the cubby bearPour me somethin’ tall and strongMake it a hurricane before I go insane (here we go to sweater)It’s only half past 12, but I don’t careThe wonder barOh, I don’t careIt’s five o’clock somewhere
… I guess we get it all spars picked out
… Thank you, Alan JacksonThis is, this is too muchThat’s all I got to sayFor all of you ladies and gentlemenWho wore your grass skirt to this event this eveningThis song is for youWe’re going to the south pacific for a few minutes