In 1899
Song Details & Lyrics
© 2024
Lyricist: Jack Adams
Genre: Rock / Blues
Theme: Storytelling
Testimonial
“Thank you for always nailing these songs!”
Story Behind the Song
Jack’s lyrics capture a vivid snapshot of life, change, and uncertainty at the turn of the 20th century. He weaves together imagery of whiskey and moonshine, unions and industry, horses giving way to automobiles, balloon flights hinting at future aviation, and the entertainment of Buffalo Bill and Calamity Jane. At its core, the song reflects the hope, struggle, and anticipation of a new century, with 1899 standing as the threshold between the past and the future.