Greatest Hits Volume Two
George Strait · 1987
30 min · 10 tracks · country
A quintessential collection of heartwarming narratives and honky-tonk melodies that define modern country music.
Why this album works
This album serves as a significant milestone in George Strait's career, contributing to his legacy as the 'King of Country' by showcasing his ability to blend traditional country sounds with contemporary appeal. It features several tracks that reached the top of the charts, reinforcing Strait's dominance in the genre during the late 1980s.
- Career context
- By the release of 'Greatest Hits Volume Two' in 1987, George Strait was solidifying his status as a leading figure in country music, following a string of successful albums including 'Ocean Front Property'. This compilation came at a time when Strait had already established himself with multiple chart-topping hits and was transitioning into a mainstream superstar phase.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jerry Reed· Charlie Rich· Lonnie Mack
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Does Fort Worth Ever Cross Your Mind Standout 3:16
- 2 The Cowboy Rides Away Standout 3:22
- 3 The Fireman 2:36
- 4 The Chair 2:51
- 5 You’re Something Special to Me 3:20
- 6 Nobody in His Right Mind Would’ve Left Her 2:52
- 7 It Ain’t Cool to Be Crazy About You 2:52
- 8 Ocean Front Property 3:08
- 9 All My Ex’s Live in Texas Standout 3:20
- 10 Am I Blue 3:05
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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