Famous Last Words of a Fool
George Strait
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I told her I wouldn't miss her at all As she walked through the door I couldn't care less If she didn't care anymore And with tears in my eyes, I lied I was glad we were through As she drove away crying At the famous last words of a fool Famous last words of a fool Famous last words of a fool You won't break my heart And I don't love you Famous last words of a fool The first night without her would be easy I kept tellin' myself Although I'm dyin' at the thought of her lyin' Somewhere else There'll be nothin' to it I'll easily find someone new As my breaking heart echoes The famous last words of a fool Famous last words of a fool Famous last words of a fool You won't break my heart And I don't love you Famous last words of a fool You won't break my heart And I don't love you Famous last words of a fool
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Written by: DEAN DILLON, REX HUSTON
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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11 facts about this song
Album"Famous Last Words of a Fool" was released as part of the album "If You Ain't Lovin' You Ain't Livin'" by George Strait.
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Release year"Famous Last Words of a Fool" was released on 18 January 1988.
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Chart PerformanceThe single topped the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart in April 1988.
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Song DurationThe length of the song is 3 minutes and 39 seconds.
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SongwriterThe song was penned by hit songwriter Dean Dillon, who has written a considerable number of George Strait's hits.
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George Strait PerformanceThis song is considered one of George Strait's finest vocal performances, showcasing his ability to express heartache with subtlety and sincerity.
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Country Music Association AwardGeorge Strait won the 1988 Country Music Association Award for Single of the Year for this song.
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Notable LyricsOne of the most memorable lines of the song is "I said, 'I'm not afraid to die', but she didn't know, I was just as scared as she was, when I watched her go."
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Live PerformancesDespite its success, "Famous Last Words of a Fool" is not one of the songs frequently performed by Strait at his concerts.
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ReceptionCritics commented positively on both Strait's soulful performance and Fuller's poignant lyrics. They were also notably impressed by his classical country delivery and the sparse arrangement.
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CertificationThe album "If You Ain't Lovin' You Ain't Livin'" which includes the song, was certified platinum by the RIAA having sold over one million copies.
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