“It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere” is a song by American country music artist Alan Jackson, featuring Jimmy Buffett. It was released in June 2003 as the lead single from Jackson’s compilation album Greatest Hits Volume II. The song was written by Jim “Moose” Brown and Don Rollins.
Key Points:
- Chart Performance: The song became a major hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and staying there for eight non-consecutive weeks. It also crossed over to the Billboard Hot 100, where it peaked at number 17.
- Theme and Lyrics: The song’s lyrics discuss the desire to escape from work-related stress and enjoy leisure time, encapsulated by the phrase “It’s five o’clock somewhere,” which implies that it’s always happy hour somewhere in the world. This theme resonated with many listeners, contributing to its popularity.
- Music Video: The music video features Alan Jackson and Jimmy Buffett performing the song together in a tropical setting, emphasizing the laid-back, escapist vibe of the song.
- Awards: “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere” won the Country Music Association (CMA) Award for Vocal Event of the Year in 2003.
