The Cowboy Rides Away

George Strait

About The Cowboy Rides Away

"The Cowboy Rides Away" is a song written by Sonny Throckmorton and Casey Kelly, and recorded by American country music artist George Strait. It was released in January 1985 as the second single from his album Does Fort Worth Ever Cross Your Mind. It peaked at number 5 on the United States Billboard Hot Country Singles chart, and at number 3 on the RPM Country Tracks chart in Canada. It is the song used by Strait to close out his performances. This is also the name of his last and final tour commencing January 18, 2013. It was the last song he sang at his final concert ever on June 7, 2014 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington Texas with a worldwide record setting attendance for the show at 104,000. 


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2004
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I knew the stakes were high right from the start
When she dealt the cards I dealt my heart
Now I just found a game that I can't play
And this is where the cowboy rides away

And my heart is sinking like the setting sun
Setting on the things I wish I'd done
It's time to say goodbye to yesterday
This is where the cowboy rides away

We've been in and out of love and in between
And now we play the final showdown scene
And as the credits roll a sad song starts to play
This is where the cowboy rides away

And my heart is sinking like a setting sun
Setting on the things I wish I'd done
Oh the last goodbye is the hardest one to say
This is where the cowboy rides away

Oh the last goodbye's the hardest one to say
This is where the cowboy rides away

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George Strait

George Harvey Strait (born May 18, 1952) is an American country music singer, actor, and music producer. Strait is referred to as the "King of Country," and critics call Strait a living legend. He is known for his unique style of western swing music, bar-room ballads, honky-tonk style, and fresh yet traditional Country music. George Strait holds the world record for more number-one hit singles than any other artist in the history of music on any chart or in any genre, having recorded 59 number-one hit singles as of 2012. more »

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Written by: CASEY KELLY, SONNY THROCKMORTON

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12 facts about this song

Release Date
"The Cowboy Rides Away" was released by MCA Nashville in January 1985.
Album Significance
The song is included on George Strait's fifth studio album, titled 'Something Special'.
Chart Performance
The song was successful on music charts, reaching number five on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart in 1985.
Song Writing
The song was written by American songwriters Sonny Throckmorton and Casey Kelly.
Genre
The song is classified as a Country song, aligning with Strait's preferred music genre.
Last Tour Reference
In 2012, the song's title became a symbol for George Strait's announcement of his "The Cowboy Rides Away Tour", which he said would be his final tour.
Long Lasting Impact
Despite having been released over 35 years ago, "The Cowboy Rides Away" remains one of George Strait's most notable and popular songs.
Cover Versions
Several artists have covered the song, including fellow country musician Brooks & Dunn.
Music Style
The song fits in with George Strait's traditional country style, often attributed to revitalizing the genre during the 1980s and 90s.
Song Theme
The song tells the story of a cowboy leaving his love, representing the universal theme of ending relationships or the closing of life's chapters.
Live Performances
The song is often used to close out George Strait's live concerts.
Recognition
In 2013, "The Cowboy Rides Away" was performed by Strait during the Academy of Country Music Awards, receiving a standing ovation.

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