The “Tool Time” hosts kept teasing a “special guest,” and the crowd thought it was the stunning 1950 customized Mercury rolling onto the stage—but then Alan Jackson stepped out. He then lit up the set with a performance of “Mercury Blues,” a roaring tribute to the classic car that had everyone on their feet, celebrating the joy of the open road and a timeless ride.

Introduction

Have you ever seen something that just instantly transports you to another era? That’s the feeling I got watching a classic clip from “Tool Time” featuring none other than the legendary Alan Jackson. It wasn’t just any episode; this was a special one where the worlds of home improvement and country music collided in the most beautiful way, all centered around a stunning piece of automotive history.

The star of the show, besides Alan himself, was his breathtaking 1950 Mercury. This wasn’t just any old car; it was a custom masterpiece, and you could see the pride in Alan’s eyes as he talked about it. He mentioned that the legendary customizer Joe Bailon was the artist behind the car’s incredible look , which immediately tells you this isn’t just a vehicle; it’s a work of art. For anyone who appreciates classic cars, it was a moment of pure joy.

But then, it got even better.

Standing right there, with his guitar in hand, Alan Jackson launched into a performance of his hit song, “Mercury Blues”. Hearing him sing about wanting to “buy a Mercury and cruise it up and down the road” while standing next to his very own dream car was just magical. It felt like the song was coming to life right before my eyes. The lyrics, mentioning a “’49 Mercury”, and the soulful, easygoing rhythm of the music perfectly captured that timeless American dream of hitting the open road in a car you love.

It was more than just a musical performance; it was a story. It was about passion, craftsmanship, and the simple joy of a great song paired with a beautiful machine. It’s moments like these that remind us why we fall in love with music and cars in the first place. They’re not just objects or sounds; they’re vessels for our dreams and memories.

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Lyrics

Well if I had money,
I’d tell you what I’d do,
I go downtown buy a Mercury or two.
Crazy bout a Mercury,
Lord I’m crazy bout a Mercury,
I’m gonna buy me a Mercury & cruise it up & down the road.

Well the girl I love,
I stole her from a friend.
He got lucky stole her back again,
She heard he had a Mercury.
Lord she’s crazy bout a Mercury.
I’m gonna buy me a Mercury & cruise it up & down the road.

Hey now mama
You look so fine
Driven round in your Mercury 49′
Crazy bout a Mercury
Lord I’m crazy bout a Mercury
I’m gonna buy me a Mercury & cruise it up & down the road.

Well my baby went out
Didn’t stay long,
Bought herself a Mercury, come a cruisen home.
She’s crazy bout a Mercury,
Yeah she’s crazy bout a Mercury.
I’m gonna buy me a Mercury & cruise it up & down the road.
(Ahhh cruise now)

Well if I had money,
I’d tell you what I’d do,
I go downtown buy a Mercury or two.
Crazy bout a Mercury,
Lord I’m crazy bout a Mercury,
I’m gonna buy me a Mercury & cruise it up & down the road.
I’m gonna buy me a Mercury & cruise it up & down the road.
I’m gonna buy me a Mercury & cruise it up & down the road.