Trace Adkins Suggests a New Kind of Rehab
I was paging idly through Trace Adkins’ book, A Personal Stand, and ran a across a little passage I had missed reading when the book came out a few months ago. I like Trace and -- although I don’t always agree with everything he says -- he educates himself on issues and speaks his mind and I admire him for that. Anyhow, here’s the passage I missed:
Here’s a bit of sage advice. Don’t say nothin’ you can’t take back. I read that they’ve expanded drug and alcohol rehab for celebrities to include sensitivity rehab. How about Asshole Rehab? We all heard about the TV stars that used offensive slurs in public, and the drunken movie star who made anti-Semitic remarks to the cops. Haven’t we all done or said something at one time or another that we regret, that we don’t have any excuse for? With Asshole Rehab, we can say whatever we want to say; say it in a way that’s going to make a headline, and then it’s off to Asshole Rehab you go.
This would be just so much empty posturing if Adkins had not gone through a legal baptism by fire himself. When he was arrested for DUI, he didn’t say anything. He didn’t try to pussyfoot his way out of his mess. He owned up in court, pled guilty, did his time in jail and kept his mouth shut.
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timmy de says:
i have a 1000.00 bet with a friend that the girl on traces lap at legends corner as he was dressed up like santa …this was on some show on t.v….that the girl was ashley monroe ..can you help me?
B. W. LaRoy says:
I still can’t understand why celebrities have a mind to be regular non-celebrity status drunk-ass people after they get to be the celebrity they desired to be. Being a drunk is something regular people should be responsible for being. In other words, why can’t they just stand there and pose until we’re done with them…and then when we get tired of looking at them and toss them in the bone pile…they can get drunk and drive and beat up their husbands and wives and kids and not wear underwear in public all they want.
monkeypants says:
Asshole rehab is a great idea. may i also suggest slut rehab,too?
Johnathon Brown says:
You’re are my 2nd favorite country singer. I have two of you’re CD’s but I don’t have that one “One Hot Momma” yet. So take care and I hope I will see you next time at the B93.7 Birthday Bash in Ionia Co.
THANKS
Johnathon C. Brown
Tony says:
asshole rehab is a good idea. but why can’t the news a make a big deal out of celebrities being humans we all make mistakes!
Judy Kaye Skullbone says:
Trace is also my 2nd favorite country singer. He represents
us, the people who work and have everyday lives. I have a lot of respect for him. I have followed his career and he has worked hard and paid his dues. So what if he still makes a mistake or two. He is one of us. No one is perfect.
Keep the honesty and great songs coming!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
kara says:
i think you are sexy and i love your music!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Patt says:
Trace is my favorite singer! I had the joy of meeting him and he was a true southern gentleman. I have 2 of all his albums,I set in the car and the other in the house. Got to have that Trace fix
Judy Mulford says:
Trace is my favorite country singer. When are you coming back to Mississippi? i saw you the last time you came to Biloxi, Mississippi. IT WAS A GREAT SHOW! cAN’T WAIT TO SEE YOU AGAIN.
dustin behee says:
make a new cd please
Melisa says:
You are my favorite country singer and I also read your book and I loved it. Think God for country men like you.
Tinkerbell says:
I am a recovering Meth addict. I think celebrities should be treated just like everyday people when it comes to drug addict. They think since they are celebrities they are better then us. If they are busted put them in jail with the rest. Do not give them special treatment. They are no better then us. They just have more money. I have been clean for 4 years now. If I can get clean and stay clean after using a 8- ball of Meth a day so can celebrities. They think they are better then us because they have money. But Trace is nothin like all the other celebrities. Thats what makes him so great. Keep up the good work Trace. We can wait for the to come back to SW. Virginia. We love you Trace.
Tammy Hohnberger says:
I like TraceAdkins alot i would like to meet him in person someday!
Marsha Miller says:
I don”t see where celebrities are any better than any one else, If it was me I would already be behind bars and would I’d never see my kids again, Thank God for people like Trace. Also when is Trace going to come to Ft.Wayne or the Honeywell Center in Wabash IN ? Why can’t I find the CD with GET YOUR GROOVE ON any where?
Cecelia Mattingly says:
I think Trace is the Real American kind he is the “pull no punches” type! He feels is just like we are, a human being with the same problems to deal with everyday! In reading his book I got a better insight on what kind of person he really is as a rule! Just a regular but extremely smart
person! He is “what you see is what you get” type! That is why his fans LOVE HIM SO MUCH, including myself!
Lisa W. says:
TRACE ADKINS IS THE BOMB!!! CONGRATS ON ALL OF YOUR WONDERFUL SUCCESS!!! AND I THINK CONGRATS ARE IN ORDER FOR YOU ON BECOMING A GRAND DADDY!!! I HAD THE PLEASURE OF SEEING YOU IN CONCERT AT LORETTA LYNN’S DUDE RANCH A FEW YEARS BACK, RIGHT AFTER YOUR SINGLE ‘ROUGH AND READY’ CAME OUT. I HAD THE BEST TIME!!!!!! MISSED OUT ON GETTING TO SEE YOU IN ORANGE BEACH, ALABAMA… BUT MY DAUGHTER SAID YOU WERE AWESOME!!!! WE SURE HOPE TO GET TO SEE YOU AGAIN!!! WOULD LOVE TO BE ABLE TO MEET YOU!!! YOU ARE A TRUE GENTLEMAN!!! KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK!!!
WITH THE UTMOST RESPECT,
LISA W.
ALABAMA
Cole says:
I agree. Trace’s book was awesome, and I love his I’ll-say-what-I-want-and-you-can-deal-with-it attitude.
I thought this part was hilarious too.
Eli L. says:
Trace is #1 !! Will he be at Country Thunder Arizona this
April? His show got rained out last year and I was SOOO disappointed. My husband and I got to see a lot of great
country artists over our 4 days there but it was still a
real disappointment. Hope he will be in the lineup this year. There’s a little gap in his schedule in April - does
anyone know if he will be there or not?
Paula D says:
Trace is the BOMB!!! Saw him last year in Atlantic City and he tore up the house. Last night I caught him on that crazy Late Late Show w/ that crazy Craig Ferguson who I can’t understand to save my life. Trace looked hot…black, tight jeans and a black t-shirt & hoodie… He was quite the entertainer last night. Wish I could go to AC tomorrow where he’ll be performing. Good luck to you in the future…try to come to Philadelphia’s Wachovia Center…we can fill it for you!!!
Krisann Laman says:
Hey Trace Adkins, You are soi hot in your videos and on television especilly you sing and sounds sexy.
Jenny M says:
You are my favorite artist in any venue……I love ALL of your songs not just the released one BUT all of them!!!!
Your newest release brings tears to my eyes every time I hear it…..Please continue to grace us with your awesome voice and wonderful songs
amber c says:
Trace you rock……….. My hwole family loves your music……………. Expeshally my grandmother she went see one of your concerts!!!!!!!!!!!
Barb says:
I have always loved country music, but, it wasn’t until recently that I really listened to Trace Adkins and I have to say, HE IS THE BEST… His new song Your Gonna Miss This is so beautiful. I really missed out until I went out and got all his CD’s
misty says:
Trace is one of the greatest country music singers. I saw him last year in state college PA. He was great he sure does put on a great show.
Snoopy says:
Trace is soooo fine. I saw him last year at the Chili cook off in Ft.Lauderdale. Will he be coming to Ft. Lauderdale any time soon? He’s great!
Chuck says:
Can anyone tell me what I was watching the other day, all I caught was Tricia Yearwood, and Josh Turner singing old timer songs, but I don’t remember what the sang, and I don’t remember the name of the show. My age is catching up. Thanks!
Delta Dawn says:
Trace IS great! He is one of a kind. No one has a voice like him or his appearance. He is the total package. What a wonderful person to work so hard for his charity (FAAN) that is so dear to his heart. Keep up the good work. Look forward to seeing Trace in Hershey PA! Trace and chocolate….what more could a woman want !!!!!
chelsea bailey says:
I LOVE YOU VERY MUCH. I wont to talk toyou on the phone just one time . that would be cool.
JADE THOMAS says:
TRACY, I’VE NEVER SEEN A SEXIER MAN IN MY LIFE. YOUR EYES R UR WINDOW INTO UR SOUL, LOOKING GOOD!
Deborah Grona says:
Great idea that asshole rehab, and slut rehab too. How about bad President rehab or Presidential Candidate Rehab? I love your music and wish you would make it back through San Antonio soon. We miss you and we miss your ballads. I know you made a fortune on badonkydonk, but, when you sing those slow love songs, you own it.
Jules Griffin says:
I love Trace. His songs and most of his views. He represents most of the regular, normal people in this world. I hope to see him in concert someday. And asshole rehab is a good idea. Why can’t celeb’s go by his example and just admit they are human and made a mistake.
Darlene Wolff says:
Nice Rehab! I work on a Rehab Unit, I’m not quite sure what kind of Rehab Therapy that would be availble for these so special people!!! I’m sure the treatment team would be entertained on a daily basis.
Patricia(Pat) Murphy says:
I really enjoy your music. I have most of your cd’s. You bring back the way I look at a man.My sexually has been hidden You brought me back to life. You are one singer I would like to meet. I’ve never been to one of your concerts. They are usually on the weekends. And I work 3rd shift. Keep the music coming
Dee says:
I first saw Trace in ‘96 I think on an awards show, possibly The Academy of Country Music Awards, and he sang either “Thinkin’ Thing” or “Lonely Won’t Leave Me Alone” and I was hooked. He also received an award that year….or in his words, a door stop or boat anchor. I just finished his book and it was very entertaining. I was laughing outloud with the real life stories, feeling sad with others, saying “right on” about some opinions and then totally disagreeing with a few too. Trace is the complete package, and seeing his live performances are just awesome…3 times for me and my family.
Sandy E Minnesota says:
You and your music are a favorite around our house! I’m pleased to see my teenage daughter listening to your CDs rather than a lot of the other garbage out there today! I, her 46 year old “mama”, have your music on my laptop as well! The hearts of average, hard working Americans are touched by the thread of “common life” that permeates your music. Keep up the great work, and please come to Minnesota soon–though you might want to do it when it’s not 20 below zero like it is today! God Bless You!
lisa says:
when are you come in santa rosa love to see you concert that wood be good
wild says:
hey i no no how it is i work everyday at it i have been a alcoholic for 10 years been clean 3 months hard work and i have had no rehab just great friends asshole rehab fits alot of people and others should be treated like us cause the last clause i read is everyone is equal what happened to that i love your new song your gonna miss this it is great and hits the heart
MICHELLE says:
Trace….You are one of a kind. I love all of your
songs. When will you be in Sacramento? I would love
to see you in concert. Love your hats and your hair too.
yes…..you sure are one of a kind!
Jeri says:
Trace should keep on keeping on but tame the lingo a bit..
Love his songs and he is a very intelligent man, noted after having seen him and hear him speak. Good Luck To Trace. He just makes me laugh with his ways & he is country! Intelligent and funny, what a mix!
I think the celebs would far benefit more to be required after a while, to seek therapy. Rehab seems to be just a spa treatment for the rich and regulars go to jail. They obviously need some counseling big time! Driving when drunk
you should be ( after that first time) tried as a killer. In fact, I know people who were killed by drunk drivers. Get a Limo to the Stars, my advice. To common people, like me, give your friend your keys upon entering bars, the one who doesn’t drink. Good Luck to Trace!
macie says:
i love you you are the best conutry sining alive
patricia says:
you no …i would ahv eto agree with him…. they seem to have rehab for everything now… even though i am in recovery i think they have just gone over the top with it. so my hat is off to him
OutlawSteph says:
It is strange how the comments have nothing really to do with the blog. The blog was written by Chet Flippo, and yet the comments are directed to the artist as if it were a fan site and not a commentary.
For me, there is too much focus on what you do after you have done something wrong. How about getting it right in the first place? BTW, I think his book is rather negative.
-Stephanie
Linda says:
Trace you are THE man! You really know how to put on a great show and the way you talk to the audience lets us see just what kind of a guy you are outside the music. I have loved your songs,but now love the person after seeing you on Glen Beck and hearing your views. You get 5 stars for your explaination of the events of 9/11 to your daughter. You have been to Meadville,PA twice now, how about making it 3. Would love to chat with you,just ask for Freebird with Lupus.
mikki says:
you have brought sexy back to the public’s eye. ou are lucky and so is your wife.
always a fan,
mikki
COLLEEN OLDHAM says:
Trace,YOU ARE AN AWESOME ENTERTAINER AND I LOVE YOUR MUSIC. iV’E SEEN YOU IN CONCERT IN lOUISVILLE,KY.YOUR SONGS COME FROM THE HEART.THANKS FOR THE MUSIC.FOREVER YOUR FAN, COLLEEN
Marion says:
Trace you are an awesome entertainer because you are the real deal. You always come to Louisville Ky at Fair Time and put on a hell of a great FREE concert for your fans. We love you Trace!!!!
eb says:
I totally agree with the “asshole rehab” But I think the media is to blame for alot of it. How often do you hear about the preformers that go overseas & entertain & support our tropps, how often do you hear about the charity work they do, etc? But let them get drunk and OMG that’s all we hear. I’d much rather hear about the 100’s of good things that they do. I think some stars only misbehave to stay in the spot light.
I admire Trace, he’s kinda been there done that. No whining, no complaining just fess us and deal with it.
Lola says:
I want to let you know that I really enjoyed your Grand Old Opry last evening, Feb7/08. I enjoyed it so much I got up at 6am my time, too watch it again, there should be more shows like this, at least one a Month for the puplic to hear,Thank you it had me remembering some old times when I went to church as a young girl. I am 67 now. I loved hearing all those old hymns again,and surprized that I rem all the words still. Carrie Underwood did a wonderful job off singing How Great Thou Art. TY again & God Bless. Lola
Damama says:
I agree with Trace. There should be a @#$%&*# rehab. I can tell you this, it would be packed and maybe not enough to hold all the @#@#$%&# out there. I respect the man for taking his punishment like a man when he was stopped for drunk driving. He didn’t hide behind his celebrity. He owned up and paid his dues. I truly respect him for that. He is what I call a REAL MAN. I wish more men were like him. In his younger days he was a little on the wild side, but he has make a complete turn around. I just pray he always stays on the right track. He is a great entertainer. My best wishes to him, his wife, children and now his new grandbaby. She must be gorgeous. Her mama is a beautiful young lady.
Penny says:
Love Trace music,It has meaning and some make me cry but still love him. He is great on trumps show watch himevery week
joyce says:
i agree with trace there should b “asshole rebab” have u caught trace on celeberty apprintice? he is great, not rude or mean comments about anyone from trace! too much of a gentleman for that! i predict trace as the winner of the show! Good luck trace hope u win for your charity u r such a gentle man! and really like the “Donald” said the kiss from “piers” was a joke for omarossas benefit i am so glad she is off the show
Molly says:
Enjoy Trace’s music. Sometimes he has some funny comments on them.
Love the deep voice…a real pleasure to hear, and the Celebrity Apprentice
I just had to watch because he is on it. So far he is in the last 5. I hope
he made it. He has to have proven to many that you can be on that program and be a gentleman and it isn’t a “girly” thing.
BTW you young ladies with the hormones flowing freely…have you ever seen his wife?? She is a beauty…….she not letting Him go! I think he is pretty special too, but I have to resist drooling so much…Makes for too much laundry.
joyce says:
well, i predicted wrong! Trace didn’t win “celebrity apprentice” but, i am proud of the way he carried himself thru the whole show! he is a tru southern gentleman! everyone in the south should be proud of him!!!as i’m sure they are! i was hoping he would win but he did his best and stayed respectful thru the show! i’m sure his family is very proud of him as we all are in the country music world! he did a great job with the situation with the “back street boys” they put him thru hell but he handled it with grace and dignity and it was with it! his team did a great job putting the show together! “KUDOS” to you TRACE ADKINS good luck to you and your family i have worked in a “daycare” where we had children with food allergies and it is scary to think you might give a child something they are allergic to. i was the cook in the daycare so i watched carefully what i did. if we had peanut butter sandwhiches that day i would make theirs bfore anyone elses was made! so good luck with your daughter you have beautiful family
Leonora says:
TRACE ADKINS FOR PRESIDENT!!!!!!!!!!!
Your book is great. I think you have the right attitude. Politicians make everything so complicated, when it could be so simple. I love your music. The first four CDs in my van are all your’s, and they are never taken out. I listen to them and no one else every time I go out. Keep up the good work, you ar the GREATEST!!!!
Kathy says:
Trace seems like a very down to earth type of guy. I don’t normally watch the apprentice shows,but I tuned in to watch the ending. I was sorry to see him get second. Too bad that good guys don’t always finish first.
Ted says:
Trace is right on with what he thinks……Celebs go on and treat life like an unwanted penny..Always in rehab and we as a fan base are supposed to feel sorry for them I THINK NOT…After their rehab we are subjected to hearing more about them and how sucessful they are. Keep your Keith Urbans and others who whine. Trace will become an outcast to the establishment for his opinion…Thats right “HIS” opinion, if you don’t like it don’t read it. I personally respect the man for what he has done with his life. Like it or not world, folks like me are out here and will always support guys like Trace
Lisa says:
I would so love to see you - please come to the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavillion in the Woodlands, Texas - it’s a suburb of Houston and has the best set up in the Houston area. I’ve seen a lot of great stars there and it really put a smile on my face to see you and I would gladly pay $40.00 for a t-shirt - come on down - we know how to treat you right here in the Lone Star State !!!
gracie says:
trace is one great guy and i sure would like to see him again.he dont need to be on tv to prove he is the best and always will be no mater what
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Mac (Mary Ann) says:
Read your book and your thinking on the issues is refreshing. It reassures me that there is someone out there with common sense and sees the insanity that is happening in this country. I’m from Maine and I am having trouble finding your music videos. I emailed itunes telling them I wasn’t impressed,so I did get some of older albums however I cannot get the videos shown on this site i.e. chrome, etc. So can you help out the fans in Maine?
Best Buy didn’t have any Trace Adkins music! I was not impressed.
Meshell Lively says:
I SAW YOU IN CONCERT ONCE, BEST CONCERT I EVER ATTENDED, KEEP DOING WHAT YOUR DOING , DONT CHANGE A THING, YOUR GREAT!!!
RENEE & RON HERMAN says:
Trace–we have seen you live about 6 times at this point
and it is NOT going to stop. Every show you bring something new and humerous to the fans. Have travelled to
Idaho, Wisconsin, AZ, Nevada & Utah to catch your great singing and personality. Loved your book and your straight forward attitude about things. Even tho you have that “tough” persona…it comes thru that you are a great
family man and love “all your girls” very much…and we all know thats what counts!! So all the best from us to you…and keep on keepin’ on. New CD soon??? Hope so!!!
lauren says:
TRACE ADKINS IS THE HOTTEST MAN ALIVE! HE CAN SING TO ME ANYTIME, OR JUST EVEN SPEAK FOR THAT MATTER. HE IS EXCELLENT IN CONCERT, SEEN HIM 3 TIMES. THE BEST WAS WHEN HE WAS PERFORMING AT THE OLD BOOT SCOOTIN SALOON, UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL IS HOW I WANNA GET WITH HIM! HE DEFINATLY LEFT SOMETHING TURNED ON AT HOME!
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