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Snake Whiskey

by Nick Young

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The song "Snake Whiskey" tells a story of dealing with pain, regret, and sorrow through the act of drinking snake whiskey. I was Struggling with my past choices and the haunting presence of regrets and memories. The verses portray a deep sense of loneliness and sadness, and I started using whiskey to numb my emotions and forget my troubles.

The chorus emphasizes the burning sensation of the whiskey as it goes down their throat and how it brings back old ghosts and memories. I was caught in a cycle of drowning in sorrow and regret, yet I continued to drink in an attempt to forget.

In the bridge, the song introduces the idea of music (guitar and fiddle) serving as a reminder of the narrator's past, amplifying their emotional pain. I acknowledged my struggle but continue to sing and drink, hoping to break free from the chains of their regrets.

Ultimately, the song is about coping with emotional pain and regrets through drinking, while yearning for a way out and a brighter future.

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Snake Whiskey

(Verse 1)
Sipping on that snake whiskey, down in Tennessee,
Regrets keep on haunting, won't let me be.
Got a heart full of sorrow, and a mind full of pain,
But I keep on drinking, just to numb the shame.

(Chorus)
Snake whiskey, burning down my throat,
Regrets keep on coming, like an old ghost.
I'm tangled up in sorrow, drowning in regret,
But I keep on drinking, hoping to forget.

(Verse 2)
Moonshine in the bottle, memories in my head,
I should've known better, but I chose to be misled.
Now I'm sitting here lonely, with nothing but my sins,
Drinking snake whiskey, trying to drown where I've been.

(Chorus)
Snake whiskey, burning down my throat,
Regrets keep on coming, like an old ghost.
I'm tangled up in sorrow, drowning in regret,
But I keep on drinking, hoping to forget.

(Bridge)
Fiddles crying too,
Every note's a reminder, of the things I can't undo.
But I'll keep on singing, through the tears and pain,
Hoping someday, I'll break free from this chain.

(Chorus)
Snake whiskey, burning down my throat,
Regrets keep on coming, like an old ghost.
I'm tangled up in sorrow, drowning in regret,
But I keep on singing, through the tears and pain

Hoping someday, I'll break free from this chain.

(Outro)
Sipping on that snake whiskey, under the neon lights,
Regrets keep on haunting, through the lonely nights.
But I'll keep on drinking, until I find my way,
Through the sorrow and regret, to a brighter day.

(Chorus)
Snake whiskey, burning down my throat,
Regrets keep on coming, like an old ghost.
I'm tangled up in sorrow, drowning in regret,
But I keep on drinking, hoping to forget.

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released April 26, 2024

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Nick Young Melbourne, Australia

Nick Young is a Melbourne-based singer-songwriter blending country and Americana music. His soulful voice, heartfelt lyrics, and guitar melodies tell stories of love and loss. A rising talent in the country scene, Nick captivates audiences with his emotional performances and relatable songs ... more

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