Ain't Living Long Like This is the debut studio album by American country music singer-songwriter Rodney Crowell, released in 1978 by Warner Bros. Records.

Brett Hartenbach of Allmusic says it "not only showcases his songwriting prowess, but also his ability to deliver a song, whether it's one of his own or the work of another writer".

[3] Most of the songs on this album were later covered by other artists including the Oak Ridge Boys and Alan Jackson.

Alan Jackson released his version as a single from his album Who I Am in 1994 where it became a top ten hit.

Willie Nelson, Ricky Skaggs, Emmylou Harris and Nicolette Larson sang background vocals on several of the tracks.