Write This Down
George Strait
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I never saw the end in sight Fools are kind of blind Thought everything was going alright But I was running out of time 'Cause you had one foot out the door I swear I didn't see But if you're really going away Here's some final words from me Baby, write this down Take a little note to remind you in case you didn't know Tell yourself I love you and I don't want you to go Write this down Take my words and read 'em every day, keep 'em close by Don't you let 'em fade away So you'll remember what I forgot to say Write this down I'll sign it at the bottom of the page I'll swear under oath 'Cause every single word is true And I think you need to know So use it as a bookmark, stick it on your 'frigerator door Hang it in a picture frame up above the mantel Where you'll see it for sure Baby, write this down Take a little note to remind you in case you didn't know Tell yourself I love you and I don't want you to go Write this down Take my words and read 'em every day, keep 'em close by Don't you let 'em fade away So you'll remember what I forgot to say Write this down You can find a chisel, I can find a stone Folks will be reading these words Long after we're gone Baby, write this down Take a little note to remind you in case you didn't know Tell yourself I love you and I don't want you to go Write this down Take my words and read 'em every day, keep 'em close by Don't you let 'em fade away So you'll remember what I forgot to say Write this down Oh I love you and I don't want you to go Baby write this down
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Written by: Dana Hunt Oglesby, Kent Robbins
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10 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Write This Down" is a country song, which is synonymous with George Strait's music style, who is often regarded as a "King of Country."
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Chart PerformanceThe song was a major hit. It reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart in 1999, making it one of Strait's most successful tracks.
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Album Information"Write This Down" is a classic song from George Strait's album "Always Never the Same," which was released in 1998.
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Songwriting CreditThe song was written by Dana Hunt Black and Kent Robbins, two revered songwriters in the country music genre.
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Grammy Nomination"Write This Down" earned a nomination for Best Country Song at the 42nd Annual Grammy Awards.
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Lyrical Theme"Write This Down" is a ballad in which the singer requests his ex-lover to note down his feelings for her and his longing to get her back, which is a common theme in many country songs.
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Music VideoThe song also has a music video that features George Strait performing onstage.
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Cover VersionsSeveral artists have covered "Write This Down," further cementing its popularity within the country music genre.
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Certification"Write This Down" earned a Gold certification from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), signifying sales of over 500,000 units.
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Live PerformancesGeorge Strait often includes the song in his live performances due to its popularity and the audience's positive reaction.
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