The song "I Was Tequila" by Alan Jackson is about a man who realizes that he lost the love of his life because he was not willing to change and meet her halfway. The lyrics talk about how sometimes opposite people attract, but that doesn't mean it's always a good thing. The man admits that he was "too wild and too fast and too crazy" while the woman was "steady and lovely and always so fine." He compares himself to tequila and her to champagne, acknowledging that he was rough and unrefined while she was elegant and sophisticated. The man regrets not being able to appreciate the woman while they were together and letting her slip away. He puts her picture in a solid gold frame as a reminder of what he lost. The lyrics show that the man has not changed much, as he still identifies as tequila, but he continues to admire and appreciate the woman for who she is, even though he can't be with her. Overall, the song is a reflection on missed opportunities and the regret that can come from not valuing someone who truly cares for you. It speaks to the idea that sometimes, it takes losing someone to truly appreciate their worth.
