Zach Bryan – Nine Ball
Zach Bryan – Nine Ball (2023)
Directed by: Matthew Dillon Cohen
Nine Ball is a poignant country ballad by Zach Bryan, released on September 22, 2023, as the opening track of his EP *Boys of Faith*. The song delves into the complexities of a father-son relationship, using the game of pool as a metaphor for life’s challenges and the burdens passed down through generations. The accompanying music video, directed by Matthew Dillon Cohen, features Matthew McConaughey as the father and Tye Sheridan as the son, portraying a narrative that spans two decades and highlights the emotional depth of the song. Filmed at the Sagebrush bar in Austin, Texas, the video has been praised for its cinematic quality and storytelling.
