Strait Country
George Strait · 1981
27 min · 10 tracks · country
A polished blend of traditional country melodies and storytelling that defines the genre's early '80s sound.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- upbeat tracks for lively gatherings
- short bursts of catchy melodies
- easy sing-alongs with friends
- for road trip playlists
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer long, immersive albums
- seek deep emotional introspection
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 1981, 'Strait Country' was George Strait's debut album, establishing him as a leading figure in country music. At this time, he was largely unknown but would soon become a defining voice in the genre, paving the way for his long-lasting career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Alan Jackson· Brad Paisley· Brooks & Dunn
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Unwound 2:26
- 2 Honky Tonk Down Stairs 2:33
- 3 Blame It on Mexico 2:49
- 4 If You're Thinking You Want a Stranger (There's One Coming Home) 2:57
- 5 I Get Along With You 2:43
- 6 Down and Out 2:25
- 7 Friday Night Fever 2:29
- 8 Every Time You Throw Dirt on Her (You Lose a Little Ground) 3:05
- 9 She's Playing Hell Trying to Get Me to Heaven 2:42
- 10 Her Goodbye Hit Me in the Heart 3:03
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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