35 George Strait Quotes From The American Country Music Singer

Srija Chanda
Dec 12, 2023 By Srija Chanda
Originally Published on Feb 22, 2021
Edited by Jacob Fitzbright
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George Strait was a very popular American country music singer and guitarist.

George Strait was born in May 1952 in Texas. He produced 33 albums and is also a Grammy Award winner.

George Strait quotes are very relatable and easy to understand. He is often called the 'King of Country Music' because of his unique music style.

He also holds the record for the best country singles in the world. The most popular of his songs is called 'I Can Still Make Cheyenne'.

His first song was called 'Unwound' and released in 1980. A lot of George Strait quotes are from this song.

There are other amazing George Strait quotes and George Strait songs like 'Cross my heart', that have the most popular and thoughtful quotes. His years in the music industry have been memorable. The article highlights some of the best George Strait quotes and his songs.

Many George Strait Quotes have been extracted from his well known song lyrics. However, some George Strait quotes are more popular because they show how committed he was at being a good country music singer.

This article will give you an insight into the coolest quotes from George Strait and his country music. George Strait is popular for having served in the U.S Army for a brief period as well.

If you like our first article on George Strait quotes, do check out [Country Love quotes] and [Luke Bryan quotes] as well.

George Strait Country Music Quotes

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Are you looking for some of the best George Strait quotes? Here are some George Strait quotes from his country music that you might like.

1. "I'm a country singer. I love all kinds of music, but country is where my loyalty lies. That's just me and what I do, and I'm not going to change it."

- George Strait.

2. "Country music is important to me, and I love it, but it's not my whole life."

- George Strait.

3. "I want to reach the point where people hear my name and immediately think of real country music."

- George Strait.

4. "I'm not out there trying to change the world. I'm just out there trying to sing country music the best way I can."

- George Strait.

5. "You know, traditional country music is something that’s going to be around forever."

- George Strait.

6. "In the beginning, I wanted to be successful. I wanted to make and have hit records. And I wanted everything that went along with it."

- George Strait.

7. "If you don’t leave the past in the past, it will destroy your future."

- George Strait.

8. "Look what’s in front of you, not what yesterday took away."

- George Strait.

9. "As we look into the future, it’s as far as we can see."

- George Strait.

10. "Sometimes the most powerful man in the world is just.. Grandpa."

- George Strait.

11. "I like people who are loyal to me, and I like to be loyal too."

- George Strait.

12. "I just continue to look for different material, great material, as good as I can find, and try to go in there and do as good a job as I can do in making it a record. That’s all you can expect. That’s all you can do."

- George Strait.

George Strait Love Quotes

Are you in the search for some country lyrics from George Strait songs? Here are some of the best George Strait lyrics.

13. "In all the world you’ll never find a love as true as mine."

- 'I Cross My Heart' (2008).

14. "You can lead a heart to love, but you can’t make it fall."

- 'You Can't Make A Heart Love Somebody' (1994).

15. "I’m not here for a long time. I’m here for a good time."

- 'Here For A Good Time' (2011).

16. "Let’s make each tomorrow be the best that it can be."

- 'I Cross My Heart' (2008).

17. "I ain’t rich, but Lord I’m free."

- 'Amarillo By Morning' (1982).

18. "Life isn’t about the breaths you take, it’s the moments that take your breath away."

- 'The Breath You Take' (2009).

George Strait Song Quotes

Are you looking for some meaningful country music lyrics? Here are some of the best George Strait love song quotes.

19. "Hope is an anchor, love is a ship. Time is the ocean, life is a trip."

- 'You'll Be There' (2005).

20. "I'm not the hero who will always save the day."

- 'The Man In Love With You' (1993).

21. "Oh, how you sparkle. And oh, how you shine."

- 'You Look So Good In Love' (1983).

22. "I'm not the key, that opens every door."

- 'The Man In Love With You' (1993).

23. "I don't have the power to give you all you want and more."

- 'The Man In Love With You' (1993).

24. "The rhythm of the road’s got a mind of its own, if you find it it’ll drive you insane."

- 'Rhythm Of The Road' (1986).

25. "You’re gonna see a change in me, this time I swear."

- 'If You're Thinking You Want a Stranger' (1981).

26. "Someone took your heart and rubbed it in the dirt, And you look just like a puppy when it’s hurt."

- 'Someone Had To Teach You' (1990).

27. "Most of the time in my past, blue is all I knew."

- 'Blue Is Not A Word' (1985).

George Strait Quotes About Love

Here are some awesome country music George Strait lyric quotes that will take your pain away.'

28. "So if the whole world goes crazy, let everyone else fuss and fight."

- 'We Must Be Loving Right' (1993).

29. "He must have stolen some stars from the sky, and gave them to you to wear in your eyes."

- 'You Look So Good In Love' (1983).

30. "You turn cold gray ashes into hot burning flames."

- 'Hot Burnin' Flames' (1987).

31. "I don’t know how to handle the dream you left behind, it’s like a lighted candle burning up my mind."

- 'A Fire I Can't Put Out' (1982).

32. "Let’s fall to pieces together first, why should we both fall apart?"

- 'Let's Fall To Pieces Together' (1983).

33. "Every man has a dream and you made mine come true."

- 'You're Something Special To Me' (1985).

34. "When you move on, I’m gonna cry a river of tears."

- 'If It's Gonna Rain' (2000).

35. "I had my chances, but I set you free."

- 'You Look So Good In Love' (1983).

Here at Kidadl, we have carefully created lots of interesting family friendly quotes for everyone to enjoy! If you liked our suggestion for George Strait quotes, then why not take a look at [Country Boy quotes] or Elvis Presley quotes.

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Written by Srija Chanda

Master of Arts specializing in Mass Communication/Media Studies

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Srija ChandaMaster of Arts specializing in Mass Communication/Media Studies

An aspiring media professional, Srija is currently pursuing her Master's degree in Mass Communication at St. Xavier's University, Kolkata, after completing her degree in journalism. With experience in PR and social media, she has also honed her leadership skills through her participation in a youth parliament. Srija's interests include devouring books, watching movies, and exploring new places through travel.

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