This song is about Charles Kelley’s journey to sobriety. It was initially going to be released by Lady A, but it was decided that it should be released solely by him as it is a very personal song.
[Verse 1]
It's why I moved to Nashville
Why I almost left
You made me feel alive
But you scared me half to death
Thought I couldn't hit that stage
Without you runnin' through my veins
Now I sing the songs I always have
But the meaning's bound to change
[Chorus]
'Cause you took me high, but you sure as hell brought me down
We said goodbye, but I'm gonna see you around
And to tell the truth, I thought I never would
But it's time I finally put you down for good
'Cause you've taken me as far as you could
[Verse 2]
You gave me the courage
The night I met my wife
You helped me make her laugh
'Til you helped me make her cry
You started out a friend
Turned into somethin' else
Now I like who I am
With you sittin' on the shelf
[Chorus]
'Cause you took me high, but you sure as hell brought me down
We said goodbye, but I'm gonna see you around
And to tell the truth, I thought I never would
But it's time I finally put you down for good
'Cause you've taken me as far as you could
[Post-Chorus]
Oh, woah
[Bridge]
You're a part of my story
Good times I won't forget
I can say I'm glad you're gone
But can't say I wish we never met
[Chorus]
'Cause you took me high, but sure as hell brought me down
You put up a good fight, but look who's standin' now
Oh, to tell the truth, I thought I never would
But it's time I finally put you down for good
Had to almost lose it all before I understood
That you've taken me as far as you could
As Far As You Could was written by Charles Kelley & Dave Haywood & Jimmy Robbins.
As Far As You Could was produced by Jimmy Robbins & Dave Haywood.
Charles Kelley released As Far As You Could on Fri Dec 23 2022.