I got this one here on a midnight dare at a border town
Every time he stuck that needle in my skin, she had to look away
Had him put it right her on my chest, over my heart
That Rose of Jericho looks so good painted underneath her name
It hurt like hell
Yeah, but it was worth the pain
When I’m missing her I take another shot
I know it ain’t the cure but right now it’s all I’ve got
She took most of me, and now all that I have left
Are tattoos to remember, tequila to forget
Just another neon-rollercoaster Friday night
Bartender wiping down that bar while he keeps an eyes on me
And sure hope he ain’t about top cut me off
‘Cause I’m only one or two away from getting my head where it needs to be
When I’m missing her I take another shot
I know it ain’t the cure but right now it’s all I’ve got
She took most of me, and now all that I have left
Are tattoos to remember and tequila to forget
Yeah, it hurt like hell
Mmm, but it was worth the pain
When I’m missing her I take another shot
I know it ain’t the cure
When I’m missing her I pour another shot
I know it ain’t the cure but right now it’s all I’ve got
She took most of me, and now all that I have left
Are tattoos to remember and tequila to forget
Bittersweet Memories Inked in Skin and Spirit
“Tattoos And Tequila” by Jason Aldean paints a vivid portrait of heartbreak and coping through the symbols we carry and the rituals we follow. The lyrics detail a personal story: each tattoo on the singer’s skin becomes a permanent reminder of a lost love, while tequila serves as a temporary remedy to dull the pain. The imagery of a midnight dare at a border town and the Rose of Jericho over his heart is both intimate and evocative, showing how memories are etched both physically and emotionally. The refrain, “tattoos to remember, tequila to forget,” masterfully captures the duality of holding on and letting go, making the song relatable to anyone who’s tried to balance remembrance with moving forward.
Song Credits
Artist: Jason Aldean
Songwriters: Neil Thrasher, Ben Hayslip
Release Year: 2024
Label: Broken Bow Records