Released October 27, 2003 Length 3:32 | Label Columbia Nashville | |
Writer(s) Rodney ClawsonBrad Crisler | ||
"Sweet Southern Comfort" is a song written by Rodney Clawson and Brad Crisler, and recorded by American country music artist Buddy Jewell. It was released in October 2003 as the second single from his album Buddy Jewell. It peaked at number 3 on the United States Hot Country Singles & Tracks in 2004, as did his previous single "Help Pour Out the Rain (Lacey's Song)" in 2003. It also peaked at number 40 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100.
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Content
The song tells of a small town man comparing small towns in the Southern U.S. to his hometown. Although his town is never mentioned it is implied that it is also in the Southern U.S. It mentions many Southern U.S. states such as Mississippi, Louisiana, Alabama, Arkansas, and Georgia.
Music video
The music video was directed by Eric Welch. It was released November 8, 2003.
Chart positions
"Sweet Southern Comfort" debuted at number 47 on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks for the week of November 1, 2003.