12 Weird Things About Tennessee

Every state has its strange bits, the quirky parts that make it home. Tennessee is no different. Our twang is substantial and our hearts are bigger, plus we have a couple of character traits that may make you giggle. If we are going to be honest there are a few weird things about Tennessee that we all just accept as normal after a while. See how many of these things you identify with. Take a look!

12. We pretty much never look while changing lanes.

11. We hold college football on pretty much the same level as church.

10. We eat our meals with at least three sides.

9. We know there's only one kind of whiskey.

8. We assume the world appreciates a good ballad.

7. We'll give up a right of way because we're nice.

6. We know it's summer when we see the lightning bugs.

5. We're fairly sure there's no such thing as unsweetened tea.

4. "Y'all" is just way easier to say. Period.

2. We utilize the front porch. Extensively.

1. We've accepted that humidity is a way of life.

Do any of these weird things about Tennessee make sense to you? If you grew up around here then some of them will hit real close to home, and yes that pun was intended. We have a lot to be proud of though, and there is nowhere like home. We are blessed to be located in one of the best states in the great United States. If you are like us and are proud of where you come from then check out our friends at Wear Your Roots where you can showcase your state pride with awesome appeal.

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12 Extremely Weird Things Only People From Tennessee Do

12. We pretty much never look while changing lanes.

11. We hold college football on pretty much the same level as church.

10. We eat our meals with at least three sides.

9. We know there's only one kind of whiskey.

8. We assume the world appreciates a good ballad.

7. We'll give up a right of way because we're nice.

6. We know it's summer when we see the lightning bugs.

5. We're fairly sure there's no such thing as unsweetened tea.

4. "Y'all" is just way easier to say. Period.

3. We know "Coke" is all-encompassing.

2. We utilize the front porch. Extensively.

1. We've accepted that humidity is a way of life.

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12 Extremely Weird Things Only People From Tennessee Do

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12. We pretty much never look while changing lanes.

11. We hold college football on pretty much the same level as church.

10. We eat our meals with at least three sides.

9. We know there's only one kind of whiskey.

8. We assume the world appreciates a good ballad.

7. We'll give up a right of way because we're nice.

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