The Boys of Fall (6:30)

According to the Boys of Fall Songfacts, Kenny explained on his website that from the first time he played the tune, he knew he wanted to record it. “I just stopped right there, and played it over and over again,” Chesney said. “I knew — as maybe only someone who has felt that thrill of rushing out onto the field on a cold Friday night can — that was exactly how it is. It also gives you a sense of why playing football in high school is such a powerful thing for anyone who does it. It’s life changing. For anyone who’s never experienced that, this song helps them understand why.”