Speaker A
(upbeat country music) ♪ The sun is hot, and that old clock is movin' slow ♪ ♪ And so am I. ♪ ♪ The workday passes like molasses in wintertime, ♪ ♪ But it's July. ♪ ♪ I'm gettin' paid by the hour and older by the minute. ♪
Official HD video of Alan Jackson and Jimmy Buffett's hit 'It's Five O' Clock Somewhere,' celebrating taking a break and enjoying life.
Key Takeaways
- The song celebrates the universal desire to take a break and enjoy life despite work pressures.
- It's a collaboration between two iconic artists blending country and tropical music styles.
- The phrase 'It's five o'clock somewhere' symbolizes the justification for relaxing anytime.
- The video enhances the song's themes with a lively, engaging performance and crowd interaction.
- The song remains popular for its relatable lyrics and catchy, upbeat melody.
Summary
- The video features Alan Jackson and Jimmy Buffett performing the upbeat country song 'It's Five O' Clock Somewhere.'
- The lyrics describe the feeling of a slow workday and the desire to escape to relaxation and fun.
- The song emphasizes the idea that it's always happy hour somewhere, encouraging taking a break regardless of the time.
- The narrative includes references to needing a strong drink, like a hurricane, to unwind before going insane.
- There are playful interactions between the artists, including mentions of Margaritaville and navigating between buoys.
- The video captures a festive, carefree atmosphere with crowd cheering and lively music.
- Themes include work stress, escapism, friendship, and enjoying life's moments.
- The song blends country music with tropical, laid-back vibes, reflecting Jimmy Buffett's signature style.
- The video is an official HD release by alanjacksonVEVO.
- It appeals to fans of country music and those who appreciate songs about relaxation and taking time off.
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Speaker A
♪ My boss just pushed me over the limit. ♪ ♪ I'd like to call it somethin'. ♪ ♪ I think I'll just call it a day. ♪ ♪ Pour me somethin' tall and strong. ♪ ♪ Make it a hurricane before I go insane. ♪
Speaker A
♪ It's only half past 12, but I don't care. ♪ ♪ It's five o'clock somewhere. ♪ ♪ This lunch break is gonna take all afternoon, ♪ ♪ Half the night. ♪ ♪ Tomorrow morning I know there'll be hell to pay. ♪
Speaker A
♪ Hey, but that's all right. ♪ ♪ I ain't had a day off now in over a year. ♪ ♪ My Jamaican vacation's gonna start right here. ♪ ♪ If the phone's for me, ♪ ♪ You can tell 'em I just sailed away. ♪
Speaker A
♪ And pour me somethin' tall and strong. ♪ ♪ Make it a hurricane before I go insane. ♪ ♪ It's only half past 12, but I don't care. ♪ ♪ It's five o'clock somewhere. ♪ ♪ I could pay off my tab. ♪
Speaker A
♪ Pour myself in a cab, ♪ ♪ And be back to work before two. ♪ ♪ At a moment like this, ♪ ♪ I can't help but wonder, ♪ ♪ What would Jimmy Buffett do? ♪ ♪ Funny you should ask that. ♪
Speaker A
♪ I'd say pour me somethin' tall and strong. ♪ ♪ Make it a hurricane before I go insane. ♪ ♪ It's only half past 12, but I don't care. ♪ ♪ Pour me somethin' tall and strong. ♪ ♪ Make it a hurricane before I go insane. ♪
Speaker A
♪ It's only half past 12, but I don't care. ♪ ♪ He don't care, and I don't care. ♪ ♪ It's five o'clock somewhere. ♪ (crowd cheering) ♪ What time zone am I on? ♪ ♪ What country am I in? ♪
Speaker A
♪ It doesn't matter, it's five o'clock somewhere. ♪ ♪ It's always on five in Margaritaville, come to think of it. ♪ ♪ I heard that. ♪ ♪ You've been there, haven't ya? ♪ ♪ Yes sir. ♪ ♪ I seen your boat there. ♪
Speaker A
♪ I've been to Margaritaville a few times. ♪ ♪ Alright, well that's good. ♪ ♪ Stumbled on my way back. ♪ ♪ Okay, well I just want to make sure you can keep it ♪
Speaker A
♪ Between the navigational beacons. ♪ ♪ (laughs) Between the buoys, I got it. ♪ ♪ All right, well it's five o'clock, let's go somewhere. ♪ ♪ I'm ready, crank it up. ♪ ♪ Let's get outta here. ♪ ♪ I'm gone. ♪ (crowd cheering)
Topics:Alan JacksonJimmy BuffettIt's Five O' Clock Somewherecountry musicofficial music videohappy hourwork stressMargaritavilleupbeat songcollaboration
