After more than five decades of making music side by side, Randy Owen and Teddy Gentry are finally opening up — not just about the triumphs, but about the regrets that still weigh on their hearts.
In a rare joint interview filled with laughter, quiet pauses, and unexpected emotion, the two founding members of Alabama looked back on a journey that shaped country music forever. From sold-out arenas to small-town roots, their voices helped define a generation. But now, as they look toward the final chapter, they’re ready to speak the truths they’ve long kept private.
“There’s a lot we’re proud of,” Randy began. “We stayed true to who we were. We made music that mattered to people. But we didn’t always slow down long enough to live in those moments.”
Teddy added softly, “There were bridges we didn’t mend. People we lost touch with. Things we could’ve said — but didn’t.”
Among the reflections was the emotional acknowledgment of the band’s beloved guitarist, Jeff Cook, and how his absence continues to be felt every time they take the stage. “We wish we had more time with Jeff,” Randy said. “We wish we’d told him more often how much he meant to us.”
For fans who grew up with Alabama’s music as the soundtrack of their lives, this moment is more than nostalgia — it’s a reminder that even icons carry unspoken heartaches.
