Have you ever heard a song that feels like someone’s sharing a diary entry—a piece of their soul laid bare? That’s Choices for you. Sung with an aching honesty by the legendary George Jones, this track is more than just a melody; it’s a confession, a reckoning, and a reminder that the paths we choose can shape the rest of our lives.
The brilliance of Choices lies in its simplicity. It doesn’t try to sugarcoat the struggles or regret. Instead, it embraces them fully, weaving a tale of someone looking back on a life of missteps and missed opportunities. George’s voice, steeped in years of lived experience, carries the weight of every word, making it impossible not to feel the pain and wisdom behind the lyrics.
What sets this song apart is how deeply relatable it is. Whether or not we’ve walked the same road, we’ve all had moments of reflection—those late-night thoughts about what we might have done differently. Choices gives those emotions a voice, and it does so with grace and humility.
And let’s talk about that iconic delivery. George Jones doesn’t just sing this song; he lives it in every note. His voice trembles with vulnerability, yet there’s an underlying strength—a testament to coming out the other side, scarred but wiser. It’s a masterclass in storytelling through music, proving that sometimes, the most powerful songs are the ones that hold up a mirror to our own lives.
Choices isn’t just a song; it’s a heartfelt conversation, a life lesson, and a tribute to the resilience of the human spirit. It reminds us that while we can’t rewrite the past, we can own it—and maybe, just maybe, use it to guide us toward a better future
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Lyrics
Chorus:
I’ve had choices
Since the day that I was born
There were voices
That told me right from wrong
If I had listened
No, I wouldn’t be here today
Living and dying
With the choices I’ve made
I was tempted
By an early age I found
I liked drinkin’
Oh, and I never turned it down
There were loved ones
But I turned them all away
Now I’m living and dying
With the choices I’ve made
Chorus:
I’ve had choices
Since the day that I was born
There were voices
That told me right from wrong
If I had listened
No, I wouldn’t be here today
Living and dying
With the choices I’ve made
— Instrumental —
I guess I’m payin’
For the things that I have done
If I could go back
Oh, Lord knows I’d run
But I’m still losin’
This game of life I play
Living and dying
With the choices I’ve made
Chorus:
I’ve had choices
Since the day that I was born
There were voices
That told me right from wrong
If I had listened
I wouldn’t be here today
Living and dying
With the choices I’ve made
— Instrumental —
Living and dying
With the choices I’ve made…