A Fire I Can't Put Out
George Strait
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I'm finding out how hot an old flame can burn. You're a feeling I haven't forgot, the love I can't unlearn. You've become a memory I can't live without. You'll always be a fire I can't put out. [Chorus] I don't know how to handle the dream you left behind. It's like a lighted candle burning up my mind. At least I'm happy knowing what love is all about. You'll always be a fire I can't put out. Embers to ashes, that's how it should be. You'd think by now my heart would know, and it could set you free. The things I've tried, the tears I've cried, I guess there's no doubt You'll always be a fire I can't put out. [Chorus] You'll always be a fire I can't put out.
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Written by: DARRELL STATLER
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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13 facts about this song
Genre"A Fire I Can't Put Out" belongs to the genre of country music. It's typical of George Strait's style, with its soulful lyrics and traditional country instrumentals.
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Peak Billboard Chart PositionThe song reached #1 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart.
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Album Name"A Fire I Can't Put Out" is a part of George Strait's album "Strait from the Heart".
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Year of ReleaseThe song was released in 1983. It was George Strait's third single released from his second album.
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Songwriter"A Fire I Can't Put Out" was penned by songwriter Darrell Staedtler.
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Chart Success DurationAfter its release, "A Fire I Can't Put Out" remained in the Hot Country Songs charts for a total of 14 weeks.
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Continuous SuccessThe song was George Strait's second consecutive number one single on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart.
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Significant Song"A Fire I Can't Put Out" helped solidify George Strait's reputation as a leading artist in the country music genre.
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Performance StyleThe song features George Strait's signature style of a neotraditional twist on country music, highlighting fiddles and steel guitars.
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Title MeaningThe title "A Fire I Can't Put Out" refers to a relentless and enduring love that the narrator can't quell, typical of many country ballads.
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InstrumentalsGeorge Strait's rendition of the song featured traditional country music instrumentals like steel guitar and fiddle.
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Classic Strait SongMany fans and critics note "A Fire I Can't Put Out" as an iconic George Strait country song, demonstrating his classic melodic prowess and lyric interpretation.
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RecognitionThe success of "A Fire I Can't Put Out" played a substantial role in helping George Strait become the ACM (Academy of Country Music) Top Male Vocalist in 1985.
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