David Allan Coe

Liquor (Ain't Killed Me Yet)
Lyrics By: Thomas W. Peterson AKA RedHeart 
 ©COPYRIGHT 9-9-25 All Rights Reserved ©

(Verse 1) Been drinking whiskey since I turned eighteen Bourbon and beer, everything in between My liver's probably pickled, my head ain't right But I'm still standing here in the morning light Doctor says I'm crazy, mama says I'm blessed But this old bottle's been my faithful friend, I guess

(Verse 2) Lost my job last Tuesday, lost my girl last week Found them both together, now ain't that sweet So I bought a fifth of Jack and a case of Bud Gonna drown my sorrows in this amber flood Friends all say I'm drinking way too much But I ain't ready yet to give it up

(Chorus) Liquor ain't killed me yet, though Lord knows it's tried Been my companion through this crazy ride When the world gets heavy and I can't forget Liquor ain't killed me yet, liquor ain't killed me yet

(Verse 3) Grandpa lived to ninety with a shot each day Said it kept the devil and the doctor away Maybe I got his genes, maybe I got his luck Or maybe I'm just too damn stubborn to give up Every morning I wake up surprised I'm alive Guess the good Lord's got plans for this old dive

(Chorus) Liquor ain't killed me yet, though Lord knows it's tried Been my companion through this crazy ride When the world gets heavy and I can't forget Liquor ain't killed me yet, liquor ain't killed me yet

(Bridge) I know it ain't healthy, I know it ain't smart But sometimes a man's got to medicate his heart One day I might quit, one day I might change But tonight I'm drinking to forget the pain

(Final Chorus) Liquor ain't killed me yet, though Lord knows it's tried Been my companion through this crazy ride When the world gets heavy and I can't forget Liquor ain't killed me yet, liquor ain't killed me yet No, liquor ain't killed me yet

(Outro) But there's always tomorrow night



Liquor (Ain't Killed Me Yet)9-9-25

"I think of ‘Mood Ring’ as the song you play when you’re ready to let loose and be yourself. It's about those moments when you’re feeling free, wild, and just living in the present. I hope people can vibe with that!" -Bryan Ruby

Written by Bryan Ruby and Chad Sellers
Produced by Andrew Capra
©Bryan Ruby 2025

About MOOD RING:

Nashville, TN – Rising country artist Bryan Ruby returns with “Mood Ring”, a flirty, feel-good country party anthem that blends catchy production with playful lyrics about fleeting love and emotional spontaneity. With its singalong chorus and lighthearted vibe, the track marks the beginning of a new chapter for Ruby, whose evolving sound continues to bring new energy to the country genre.

Ruby is a John Lennon International Songwriting Prize finalist and winner of Season 7 of the talent search competition Nashville Rising Song. Based in Nashville, he has quickly gained attention for his rich vocals and authentic storytelling. His summer 2025 EP Growing Season earned widespread praise, with The Tennessean calling it a project poised to “find his voice.” With “Mood Ring”, Ruby comes out swinging with a fresh, fun story that captures the heat of new love.

Produced by Andrew Capra - a Nashville-based rising talent known for his work with artists like The War and Treaty, Alexandra Kay, and Sammy Arriaga, as well as on TV shows like Grey’s Anatomy and All American - "Mood Ring" delivers an effortlessly modern edge while staying rooted in Ruby’s authentic storytelling.

Capra shares, "We had a great time bringing ‘Mood Ring’ to life – from the get-go it was all about having as much fun as we could in the instruments and vocals to feel like the summer love song that it is ! We knew the song would be done when it felt ready to crank up in the car with the windows down!"

"‘Mood Ring’ is all about capturing that spontaneous, carefree vibe when everything just clicks. It's a fun, no-strings-attached anthem that celebrates the freedom of living in the moment. I’m excited for people to feel that energy when they hear it!" says Ruby.

With upbeat country production and emotionally honest lyrics, “Mood Ring” showcases Ruby’s expressive baritone and signature lyrical style. "This song is a mix of playful lyrics and country production that just feels like a good time. I wanted to create something fun that gets people to let loose and embrace the ups and downs of love and connection," he adds.

With features in Billboard, USA Today, NBC’s TODAY Show, CBS, Yahoo, The Boot, Wide Open Country, All Country News, Saving Country Music, and People Magazine, Ruby’s momentum continues to build. His music has been added to rotation on SiriusXM Country Pride and major playlists including Spotify’s All New Country, Amazon’s Pride Country, and ACM Fresh Music Friday. The Nash News praised his “introspective and relatable storytelling,” while MusicRow Magazine highlighted his “expressive baritone,” and The Nashville Scene described his “honey-bourbon voice that was destined for country music.”

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