Introduction
Alan Jackson’s foray into gospel music began with his thirteenth studio album, Precious Memories, released on February 28, 2006. Initially intended as a personal gift for his mother, the album features 15 traditional hymns that Jackson grew up singing in church, such as “Softly and Tenderly,” “I’ll Fly Away,” and “How Great Thou Art.” Encouraged by family and friends, Jackson decided to share these heartfelt renditions with a broader audience, resulting in an album that resonated deeply with fans and topped multiple Billboard charts upon its release
Building on the success of his first gospel project, Jackson released Precious Memories Volume II in 2013, revisiting more cherished hymns with the same sincerity and simplicity that characterized the original album . The two albums were later bundled into the Precious Memories Collection, a two-disc set that also included two previously unreleased tracks: “It’s All About Him,” inspired by his wife Denise’s book, and “That’s the Way,” a song Jackson performed at their wedding
In 2017, Jackson collaborated with Gaither Music Group to release Precious Memories: Live at the Ryman, a DVD capturing his live performances of these gospel classics at Nashville’s historic Ryman Auditorium. This live recording further showcased Jackson’s deep connection to these hymns and their significance in his life and career
The collection of songs often referred to as “Classic Country Gospel Alan Jackson” or “Alan Jackson Greatest Hits – Alan Jackson Gospel Songs Album” likely draws from these gospel projects, highlighting Jackson’s heartfelt renditions of timeless hymns that continue to inspire and comfort listeners worldwide.