The Race Is On (album)

The Race Is On is the fourth studio album by American country music artist George Jones, released in 1965 on the Musicor Records label. The album's title track became one of Jones's signature songs and a major hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart.

The album consists primarily of honky-tonk and traditional country songs. Besides the title track, other notable songs include "I'm a People," "Wrong Kind of Girl," and "Burn Another Honky Tonk Down." The Race Is On cemented Jones's status as a leading figure in country music and helped define his distinctive vocal style and emotionally resonant performances.

The album has been re-released several times, often with different track listings or bonus tracks. Its enduring popularity reflects the timeless appeal of its classic country sound.