"Devil & An Old Six String" by Jacob Bryant is a song about the struggles of a musician who has gotten caught up in the party lifestyle and the toll it takes on his personal life. The lyrics speak to the protagonist's addiction to the bright lights, night life, and party crowd. He's been married and divorced by the age of 23. Despite his hardships, however, the only thing that gives him a high is the music he creates, symbolized in the song by neon lights and his old six-string guitar. The song also references country music legends like Hank Williams and Willie Nelson, who were known for their own struggles with addiction and the hard party lifestyle. While the protagonist acknowledges that his music has made his life harder than it had to be, he still finds solace and meaning in the art he creates. The song is a tribute to all the hard-working musicians who struggle to make their mark in the industry while also grappling with personal demons.
