You may not have known it, but you have been singing Jamey Johnson songs without realizing it. The Alabama native has actually penned major hits for various country legends such as Merle Haggard, George Strait, and Trace Adkins. This makes him one of the most highly respected songwriters in country music today.<\/p>\n
Of course, he has made a few hits himself, too! His work has always been heavily praised by fans and professionals alike.<\/p>\n
So, without further ado, let\u2019s check out some of his greatest hits so far. Keep on scrolling below.<\/p>\n
Give It Away<\/strong><\/p>\n From: George Strait\u2019s It Just Comes Natural (2006)<\/p>\n Jamey Johnson co-wrote the song with Bill Anderson and Buddy Cannon, which was inspired by his divorce at the time. Country star George Strait released \u201cGive It Away\u201d in 2006 and brought it to the No. 1 spot on Billboard\u2019s Hot Country Songs chart.<\/p>\n Not only that, but the heartbreaking ballad also took home both the Single of the Year and Song of the Year during the Academy of Country Music awards.<\/p>\n In Color<\/strong><\/p>\n From: That Lonesome Song (2008)<\/p>\n Johnson wrote this poignant piece as a tribute to his grandfather. He released \u201cIn Color\u201d as the first single off of his second major-label album and has since been one of his most celebrated tracks. The song \u2013 about an elderly man looking back at the most exciting moments in his life, like the day he and his wife got married \u2013helped Johnson bag \u201cSong of the Year\u201d at the Academy of Country Music Awards.<\/p>\n