Jordan Davis’ ‘Buy Dirt’ Is All Thanks To His Grandpa
Jordan Davis‘ “Buy Dirt” became a phenomenon for country music fans following its release in 2021. The country singer took the advice he received from his grandpa and crafted one of the biggest hits to date while also reminding us of what life is all about.
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He co-wrote the track alongside his brother, Jacob Davis, and brothers Josh and Matt Jenkins a few months into the global pandemic the year before its release into the world. Davis’ “Buy Dirt” became his fourth No. 1 on country radio and is included on his sophomore album, Bluebird Days, while also featuring country superstar, Luke Bryan.
“It’s advice from my grandpa,” Davis told Kelly Ford. “He basically said, it doesn’t have to be 200 acres. It can be two acres, you know, get your piece of dirt, put your house on it, and fill it with people you love, people and the things you love. It’s really that simple.”
He continued, “Even myself, you know, I’ve always been looking to try to find something, to disconnect and kind of get outside of town. Let my kids run around in the woods and ride four-wheelers and stuff. This song allowed me to do that.“
While Davis recalls there being some confusion on the title of the track, for some, it was quite clear what they had to do. He revealed to Ford on Backstage Country that a fan from Florida even thanked him for the song, which finally convinced him to “Buy Dirt” of his own.
“That’s the coolest thing I’ve ever heard,” Davis said of the fan’s experience listening to “Buy Dirt.”
Davis is nominated in three categories at the upcoming ACM Awards on May 16, including Single of the Year, Song of the Year, and Visual Media of the Year for “Next Thing You Know.” He is currently out on the road for his headlining ‘Damn Good Time World Tour’ with special guests Mitchell Tenpenny and Ashley Cooke.
11 Country Concert Tees for your Summer Concert Schedule
Friends in Low Places
Maybe you have seen Garth Brooks live. Maybe you sang this song drunk at a bar. I have done both! This t-shirt is perfect for any country concert on your docket this summer. You can never go wrong with Friends in Low Places.
Amarillo By Morning
Amarillo by mornin’ – Up from San Antone
This is one of those “if you know, you know” lyrics. George Strait has been a fixture in country music even when he does not have a hit in the top 10. Amarillo By Morning is one of his biggest songs, and this lyric is one that, when you read it you know it is familiar but you have to take a minute to place it. Unless your a huge King George fan. And there are plenty of those!
Something in the Orange
To you I’m just a man, to me you’re all I am
Something in the orange tells me you’re never coming homeOne of the guys who completely took country music by storm in the past couple years is Zach Bryan. This Something In The Orange tee is not only cute, but will get you the attention you are looking for.
Wallen
You told me that you wish I was somebody you never met
But baby, baby, somethin’s tellin’ me this ain’t over yet
No way it was our last nightWith all the great song lyrics you could choose to put on a Morgan Wallen tee, I love the simplicity of this. Wallen. Sometimes that’s all you need to say!
Tennessee Whiskey
I’ve looked for love in all the same old placesFound the bottom of a bottle’s always dryBut when you poured out your heart, I didn’t waste it‘Cause there’s nothing like your love to get me high
The only thing smoother than Tennessee Whiskey is Chris Stapleton singing about it. This country tee is perfect for attending your favorite concert or just tailgating in the parking lot.
Mama Tried
And I turned twenty-one in prison doin’ life without paroleNo one could steer me right but Mama tried, Mama triedMama tried to raise me better, but her pleading, I deniedThat leaves only me to blame ’cause Mama tried
I like to think of the shirt as a “message tee.” It sends the message that the reader shouldn’t blame the wearer’s mother for his indecencies. Afterall, Mama Tried.
Jelly Roll
who the hell am I, who the hell am ITo expect a Savior, ohIf I only talk to God when I need a favor?But God, I need a favor
Jelly has set the country stage on fire this past year. He is a little bit country and a little bit rock and roll but oh, so far from Donnie and Marie 😉
Try That In A Small Town
‘Round here we take care of our ownYou cross that line, it won’t take longFor you to find out, I recommend you don’tTry that in a small town
Jason Aldean made headlines with this song and video, but his fans make no apologies. This lyric is one of the most infamous from the past year, and as I said before … if you know, you know.
The Greats!
Cash, Hank, Willie, and Waylon. It doesn’t get bigger or better than old school country. Brantley Gilbert’s lyrics are the foundation to Country Music.
In every state, there’s a station –Playin‘ Cash, Hank, Willie, and Waylon – In foreign cars and four-wheel drives…
Dolly!
Speaking of legends! Dolly Parton is my spirit animal. The woman has done it all and is still making it happen. While she wrote hundreds of songs with tremendous lyrics, my favorite quote of hers is what she said about country music. You can see it on the wall outside the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum in Nashville:
It’s just ordinary stories told by ordinary people in an extraordinary way
This Is My Country Concert Tee
When you have so many favorite artists you can’t choose which to wear, you grab this tried and true tee. The best country songs are story songs and this one tells it all.
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