Discover the story of the song > This Ain’t It – Jason Isbell

The song is about a man talking to his female friend who has found herself in a bad situation in a small Texas town. He reminds her of their history and how he's known her since she was young, and he tries to convince her that being married to a rich man isn't the right path for her. He offers to take her home, where she'll have space and can talk about her feelings. Overall, he's trying to be a supportive friend and help her see that she deserves better.