"Just Gettin' Started" is a song written by

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and Ashley Gorley and recorded by American

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artist Jason Aldean. It was released on November 10, 2014, as the second single from his 2014 studio album, ''

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''.

Critical reception

The song received mixed to negative reviews from critics, criticizing both its rock-orientated production and its content. Kevin John Coyne of ''Country Universe'' rated the song a D grade, calling it "Competently performed eatively stagnant nd mpletely unnecessary." In his review of the album, Josh Schott of ''Country Perspective'' gave the song a similar review, also criticizing its lyrics and saying that " ’s a song about Aldean driving around with a girl and trying to have sex with her" and that " e lyrics are shallow and cliché and the vibe of this song is similar to “Burnin’ It Down.”" A review from ''

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'' was more favorable, stating that "Jason Aldean’s ‘Just Gettin’ Started’ returns to what fans have come to count on from the Georgia-born country rocker. Hard-charging, guitar-drenched songs about love in the fast lane earned him a fine reputation. This latest cut builds on his legacy."

Music video

The music video premiered in February 2015. It consists of live footage from the 2014 American Country Countdown Awards Show which was directed by Joe DeMaio.

Chart performance

"Just Gettin' Started" debuted at number 58 on the U.S. '' Billboard'' Country Airplay chart for the week of November 8, 2014. The song has sold 503,000 copies in the US as of August 2015. This is Aldean's first single since 2010's "

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" to not be certified Platinum.

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Certifications

References

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