Alan Jackson recently revealed that this familial tragedy had a significant role in the creation of his 2015 album Angels & Alcohol and his most recent album, Where Have You Gone, which was released early this year.
For the last three years, Mattie has been mourning the unexpected death of her partner with her father at her side. In addition, the father and daughter disclosed that they co-wrote the song.
“Racing the Dark.” Although Jackson’s daughters have often served as inspiration for his famous country music, this is the first time the two have collaborated on a project.
When fans purchase Mattie’s book, Lemons on Friday: Trusting God Through My Greatest Heartbreak, they may download the song. In the book,
Mattie shares how the death of her spouse impacted her and how she started to use her religion to heal.
