About this song
The song is the first track and the third single from Alan Jackson's album A Lot About Livin, released May 17, 1993. It was produced by Keith Stegal and written by Jim McBride and Alan Jackson. The song won CMA awards for Single of the Year and Song of the Year.
What it's about
Alan Jackson has said the song is about having fun, growing up and coming of age in a small town, a experience he feels applies to people across the country and not just to people living by the Chattahoochee.
Fun facts
- Covered 2 times, including “Chattahoochee by Sammy SlamDance”.
- Written by Jim McBride and Alan Jackson.
- Produced by Keith Stegall.