50 Number Ones
George Strait · 2004
155 min · 51 tracks · country
A masterclass in classic country storytelling, wrapped in George Strait's smooth, timeless vocals.
Why this album works
'50 Number Ones' is notable for cementing George Strait's legacy as the artist with the most number one hits in the history of country music. The album was commercially successful, achieving multi-platinum status and receiving critical acclaim for its comprehensive collection of Strait's best work.
- Best for
- steady pacing for reflective moments storytelling that evokes nostalgia sing-along favorites for gatherings
- Context
- Released in 2004, '50 Number Ones' marked a significant milestone in George Strait's career as his first compilation album. By this time, he had already established himself as a leading figure in country music with a record-breaking number of chart-topping hits. This album compiled his extensive catalog, highlighting his enduring influence and popularity in the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jerry Reed· Charlie Rich· Lonnie Mack
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 I Hate Everything 3:55
- 2 Fool Hearted Memory 2:12
- 3 A Fire I Can’t Put Out 2:57
- 4 You Look So Good in Love 2:57
- 5 Right or Wrong 2:03
- 6 Let’s Fall to Pieces Together 2:21
- 7 Does Fort Worth Ever Cross Your Mind 3:05
- 8 The Chair 2:48
- 9 Nobody in His Right Mind Would’ve Left Her 2:49
- 10 It Ain’t Cool to Be Crazy About You 2:38
- 11 Ocean Front Property 2:40
- 12 All My Ex’s Live in Texas Standout 3:17
- 13 Am I Blue 3:04
- 14 Famous Last Words of a Fool 3:19
- 15 Baby Blue 3:29
- 16 If You Ain’t Lovin’ (You Ain’t Livin’) 2:17
- 17 Baby’s Gotten Good at Goodbye 2:55
- 18 What’s Going on in Your World 3:26
- 19 Ace in the Hole 2:34
- 20 Love Without End, Amen 3:05
- 21 I’ve Come to Expect It From You 3:42
- 22 If I Know Me 2:41
- 23 You Know Me Better Than That 3:00
- 24 The Chill of an Early Fall 3:16
- 25 So Much Like My Dad 3:19
- 26 I Cross My Heart Standout 3:29
Disc 2
- 1 Heartland 2:16
- 2 Easy Come, Easy Go 2:35
- 3 I’d Like to Have This One Back 3:48
- 4 The Man in Love With You 3:18
- 5 The Big One 2:05
- 6 You Can’t Make a Heart Love Somebody 2:48
- 7 Lead On 3:21
- 8 Check Yes or No Standout 3:10
- 9 I Know She Still Loves Me 3:04
- 10 Blue Clear Sky 2:34
- 11 Carried Away 2:58
- 12 I Can Still Make Cheyenne 4:11
- 13 One Night at a Time 3:19
- 14 Carrying Your Love With Me 3:07
- 15 Today My World Slipped Away 3:05
- 16 Round About Way 2:50
- 17 I Just Want to Dance With You 3:18
- 18 True 3:12
- 19 We Really Shouldn’t Be Doing This 2:23
- 20 Write This Down 3:33
- 21 The Best Day 3:18
- 22 Go On 3:21
- 23 Run 3:46
- 24 Living and Living Well 3:26
- 25 She’ll Leave You With a Smile 2:44
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