The Alan Jackson Midnight in Montgomery song was was released in April 1992 as the fourth single from Jackson’s second album, “Don’t Rock the Jukebox”. The song peaked at number 3 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart (the album’s only single not to top the chart), Country music star Alan Jackson‘s track “Midnight in Montgomery” was co-written by the Georgia native and Don Sampson.
“Midnight in Montgomery” is a hauntingly beautiful song that tells the story of a mysterious encounter with the legendary country singer, Hank Williams Sr. The music video won the “Country Music Video of the Year” award for 1992. Enjoy the official music video and see the complete lyrics below!
Alan Jackson Midnight in Montgomery Music Video
Fun Facts: This tune was inspired by country music icon Hank Williams and its music video went on to win that year’s Country Music Association award for ‘Music Video of the Year.’
Alan Jackson Midnight in Montgomery Lyrics
Midnight in Montgomery,
Silver Eagle, Lonely Road,
I was on my way to Mobile,
For a big New Year’s Eve show,
Stopped for just a minute,
To see a friend outside of town,
With my collar up, I found his name,
And felt the wind die down,
And a drunk man in a cowboy hat,
Took me by surprise,
Wearin’ shiny boots, a nudie suit, and haunted, haunted eyes,
He said: “Friend, it’s good to see you,
It’s nice to know you care”
Then the wind picked up and he was gone,
Was he ever really there?
‘Cause it’s midnight in Montgomery,
Just hear that whip-poor-will
See the stars light up the purple sky,
Feel that lonesome chill,
‘Cause when the wind is right,
You’ll hear his song,
Smell whisky in the air,
Midnight in Montgomery,
He’s always singin’ there,
Well, I climbed back on that eagle,
Took one last look around,
Red tail lights, shadow moves slow across the ground,
And off somewhere a midnight train is slowly passin’ by,
I can hear that wistle moanin’,
I’m so lonesome I could cry,
‘Cause it’s midnight in Montgomery,
Just hear that whip-poor-will
See the stars light up the purple sky,
Feel that lonesome chill,
‘Cause when the wind is right,
You’ll hear his song,
Smell whisky in the air,
Midnight in Montgomery,
He’s always singin’ there,
He’s always singin’ there
Well, Hank’s always singin’ there
“Midnight in Montgomery” is a timeless classic that captures the essence of Hank Williams Sr. and his legacy. The song’s haunting melody and evocative lyrics create a powerful emotional experience for the listener, and its enduring popularity is a testament to the impact that Williams had on the country music scene. Alan Jackson’s tribute to the legendary singer is a fitting testament to his enduring legacy and his enduring impact on the world of country music.
