Chattahoochee (song)

"Chattahoochee" is a song co-written and performed by American country music artist Alan Jackson. It was released in May 1993 as the first single from his album A Lot About Livin' (And a Little 'bout Love). The song is a light-hearted, up-tempo tune that reminisces about youthful summer experiences on the Chattahoochee River, a major river in the Southeastern United States.

The lyrics focus on carefree days spent tubing, fishing, and engaging in typical summer activities. The song's catchy melody and relatable themes of youthful nostalgia and summertime fun contributed to its widespread popularity.

"Chattahoochee" became one of Jackson's signature songs and achieved significant commercial success. It reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart (now Hot Country Songs) in 1993. Furthermore, the song won Single of the Year and Song of the Year at the 1993 Country Music Association Awards. The song's music video, which featured Jackson water skiing and enjoying the river, also gained popularity and further solidified its place in country music history. The song remains a popular staple on country radio stations.