The Walker Hayes AA song was released on November 19, 2021 from his third studio album Country Stuff the Album. This song is a an opposing match for all of those country music drinking songs. This tune is a Dad anthem that covers a father trying to raise kids, keep is wife happy, and stay sober at the same time.
“AA” is a song that showcases Walker Hayes’ ability to mix lightheartedness with deep introspection. The title refers to Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), though the song is not about addiction alone. Instead, it delves into the everyday struggles of being a husband, father, and trying to stay on the right path in life.
In the lyrics, Hayes talks about staying out of trouble, keeping his kids in line, and avoiding bad habits, all while making ends meet as a musician. Lines like “Tryna stay out of AA” and “Keep my daughters off the pole, and my sons out of jail” highlight his humorous yet sincere concerns about family life and personal responsibility.
The “AA” Music Video
The music video for “AA” matches the song’s casual, relatable vibe. It features Walker Hayes performing in various laid-back settings, from a parking lot tailgate to a backyard gathering, embodying the everyday struggles he sings about. His signature dance moves, which have become a staple in his visuals, add to the song’s playful nature.
The video also includes subtle nods to his family, something Hayes incorporates into many of his projects. His real-life role as a father of six makes the lyrics even more personal and authentic.
This song follows on the success of his #1 hit “Fancy Like”. Watch the official AA music video and see the written lyrics below.
Walker Hayes AA Music Video
Walker Hayes and Shane McAnally co-wrote this song with Luke Laird.
Walker Hayes AA Lyrics
Alright
Coffee cup, cold and black
Wish it had a little shot of Jack
Besides that, can’t complain
Just tryna do the dang thing
Might change the oil in my truck
I ain’t paying no thirty-five bucks
Kids need shoes, mama needs Levi’s
And I’m just tryna keep my daughters off the pole
And my sons out of jail
Tryna get to church so I don’t go to hell
I’m just tryna keep my wife from figuring out
That I married up and she married way, way down
In Alabama where they love Nick Saban
Tryna write a song the local country station’ll play
Hey, I’m just tryna stay out of AA
Ooh
Well I gave up Skoal and cigarettes
Now I’m just hooked on Nicorette
Trying not to be like my old man
But the older I get, the more I am
Tryna get paid and a little love made, y’all
Hey y’all, at the end of the day, y’all
I’m just another John Deere guy (hey)
Up on a tractor
Tryna steer my daughters off the pole
And my sons out of jail (sons out of jail)
Tryna get to church so I don’t go to hell (I don’t wanna go)
I’m just tryna keep my wife (hey babe) from figuring out (I love)
That I married up (you’re so fine, girl) and she married way, way down
In Alabama where they love Nick Saban (Roll Tide)
Tryna write a song the local country station’ll play (I’m just tryna write a song)
Hey, I’m just tryna stay out of AA
Ooh, ooh, ooh
Come on, bae, right here
Said, ooh-ooh-ooh, tryna stay out of AA everyday
One step at a time, y’all
Life’s hard, family’s weird
Sometimes you just need a beer
Can I get an amen (amen)
Man, I’m just tryna keep my daughters off the pole
And my sons out of jail (sons out of jail)
Tryna get to church so I don’t go to hell (I don’t wanna go)
I’m just tryna keep my wife (hey babe) from figuring out (I love)
That I married up (you’re so fine, girl) and she married way, way down
In Alabama where they love Nick Saban (Roll Tide)
Tryna write a song the local country station’ll play (I’m just tryna write a song)
Hey, I’m just tryna stay out of AA
Oh, hey, hey, hey, I’m just tryna stay out of AA
Yes, I am
Walker Hayes has a knack for crafting songs that feel like conversations with a close friend. “AA” resonates because it speaks to the universal struggles of parenting, marriage, and self-improvement. Whether you’re a country music fan or just someone trying to navigate life’s challenges, “AA” offers a refreshing mix of humor, heart, and honesty.
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