Joe Diffie’s Craft Shines in “Prop Me Up”

“Prop Me Up Beside the Jukebox (If I Die)” is a country song performed by Joe Diffie. It was released in 1993 as the third single from his album “Honky Tonk Attitude.” The song was written by Kerry Kurt Phillips, Howard Perdew, and Rick Blaylock.

The lyrics of “Prop Me Up Beside the Jukebox (If I Die)” combine humor with a touch of sentimentality. The narrator expresses a desire for a lively and celebratory farewell in the event of their death. The request to be propped up beside the jukebox, with a cold beer in hand, reflects a desire for a joyful and party-like atmosphere.

Joe Diffie’s twangy vocals and the song’s uptempo and honky-tonk style contributed to its success. “Prop Me Up Beside the Jukebox (If I Die)” became a hit on the country charts, reaching the top 10 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart in 1993.

The song is often appreciated for its catchy and humorous lyrics, as well as its nod to the honky-tonk tradition. “Prop Me Up Beside the Jukebox (If I Die)” remains one of Joe Diffie’s memorable and fun tracks in his catalog.