by Alex Wilson
Album
Found Family
Year
2025
Genre
Country Rock/Americana/Roots Rock
Duration
3:45
Description
A gritty country-rock anthem celebrating the bonds of chosen family. "Drink to the Family" is a tribute to the outcasts and underdogs who find solace and strength in each other, raising a glass to the unbreakable ties forged in hard times and good company. With a blend of raw vocals, driving rhythms, and heartfelt lyrics, this song captures the spirit of resilience and camaraderie.
Lyrics
(Verse 1) Dust on my boots from a road gone rough Chased dreams that broke when the times got tough Kin turned their backs, left scars on my hide But I found my crew where the good vibes ride A shot of Jack burns the pain away These friends are my home, they’re here to stay (Chorus) Raise a shot of Jack to the family that ain’t blood Toast the ones who lift you from the mud When the world slams the door, they kick it in tight These rowdy hearts blaze wild in the night Here’s to family, true and bold! (Verse 2) Worked ‘til my hands cracked, bones wore thin Felt every loss like a cold, hard sin Ghosts try to drag me, but I ain’t alone My posse’s my throne, this tailgate’s our zone A bottle of Bud, we pass it around Laugh ‘til we’re dizzy, no hurt to be found (Verse 3) Moonlight’s our spotlight, the stars set the stage Raisin’ hell together, we’re writin’ this page Fights and hard nights, we’ve weathered the storm These brothers and sisters, they keep my heart warm A jar of moonshine, it stings, but it’s sweet To the kin that I chose, who make life complete (Bridge) This old guitar wails a rebel’s tune Sings of nights lit by a bonfire moon Here’s to the lost, the wild, the free The ones who stood tall and drank with me They’re my fight, my soul, my song (Chorus) Raise a shot of Jack to the family that ain’t blood Toast the ones who lift you from the mud When the world slams the door, they kick it in tight These rowdy hearts blaze wild in the night Here’s to family, true and bold! (Bridge 2) Yeah, we ain't perfect, we're a little bit bent But our hearts are golden, and our spirits heaven-sent Through thick and thin, we rise as one A bond unbreakable, 'til the settin' of the sun. (Chorus) Raise a shot of Jack to the family that ain’t blood Toast the ones who lift you from the mud When the world slams the door, they kick it in tight These rowdy hearts blaze wild in the night Here’s to family, true and bold! (Outro) Yeah, true and bold, through the highs and the lows Bottle of Bud, moonshine’s glow Raise a shot of Jack, let the good times roll
Notes
Instrumentation: Acoustic guitar (steel-string), electric guitar (with slight overdrive), bass guitar, drums (kick, snare, hi-hat, occasional crash cymbal), possibly harmonica or fiddle for added country flavor. Tempo: Moderate to slightly fast, aiming for an energetic but grounded feel. Vocals: Raw and slightly raspy, conveying authenticity and emotion. Backing vocals in the chorus to add fullness and harmony. Structure: Intro (acoustic guitar riff, building with drums and bass), Verse 1, Chorus, Verse 2, Verse 3, Bridge, Chorus, Bridge 2, Chorus, Outro (fades out with repetition of key phrases). Key: Could be G major or D major. Suggest building the arrangement from simple acoustic strumming to a bigger sound during the choruses and bridge sections.