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Aldean's New Album Honors Family's Dementia Battle
9 May
Summary
- Aldean wrote 'Help You Remember' after family dementia diagnoses.
- Song connects with others facing Alzheimer's and dementia.
- Brittany Aldean makes studio debut on 'Easier Gone' track.
Jason Aldean's latest album, 'Songs About Us,' reflects a period of profound personal experience, particularly concerning family members' struggles with dementia. The album features "Help You Remember," a song co-written with Tully Kennedy and others, inspired by Aldean's uncle's battle with Lewy body dementia and his father-in-law's subsequent diagnosis.
The Grammy-nominated artist shared that writing "Help You Remember" was therapeutic, aiming to create a song that resonated deeply with individuals experiencing similar hardships, rather than just a somber ballad. The song has since connected with many facing Alzheimer's and dementia, bringing attention to the Alzheimer's Foundation of America and its resources.
Adding another significant element to the album, Aldean's wife, Brittany Aldean, makes her professional studio debut on the emotional power ballad "Easier Gone." Aldean expressed pride in her performance, noting that while she had no prior studio experience, she delivered an exceptional rendition of the track.
