Alan Jackson Reveals the Truth: “I’ve Been Hiding This for 10 Years.” He was once a symbol of quiet strength — a tall, gentle cowboy who stepped onto the stage in his white hat and guitar, singing love songs that made all of America fall silent. But after more than 30 years of life on the road, Alan Jackson was forced to face something no artist ever wants to admit: his own body was beginning to fail him. In 2021, Alan publicly revealed he had been living with Charcot–Marie–Tooth disease (CMT) — a hereditary nerve disorder that slowly weakens the muscles, making it harder to move and stay balanced. “I don’t feel steady walking anymore,” he said quietly. “And that hurts… especially when I still have so many songs left to sing.” 💔 And so, for the first time, this cowboy had to step back — not because the music was gone, but because his legs could no longer carry him under the stage lights. 💛 Don’t hesitate to leave a message for Alan below. Sometimes, a simple kind word is all it takes to remind an artist that they are still deeply loved.
Introduction “Chasin’ That Neon Rainbow,” released in September 1990, is a heartfelt single from Alan...