What is it about George Strait anyway? What keeps his fans screaming for more, and how does he continue to outdo himself? Along with his awesome voice and style we know his handsome cowboy looks and that wonderful smile have a lot to do with us wanting more Strait. He is the real deal, his voice is reassuring and warming. He has superlative stage presence, and a great ability to connect with his fans. Simply put it's not a simple thing, because it's the entire package - the man.
These are my words; my expression as best I can of my thoughts and feelings regarding a huge talent, and a kind human being, Mr George Strait.
His Fans love his rich buttery baritone, that handsome face, the piercing green of his eyes, and the witty mind behind them.
That heart fluttering palpitating "warm you to the toes" smile is an image that remains with you for years.
Within his hint of a strut walk there saunters the Wranglered fineness of a genuine cowboy living his life his way, in the deep tradition of a fourth generation Texan.
Men and women alike respect and love the Man for who he is -- the real deal, a genuine cowboy, an excellent rider and roper, a Texas rancher, dedicated proud father, loyal husband and steadfast friend with an easy smile and contagious laugh.
He's done it his way and walks the talk. George Strait knows who he is and is comfortable in his own skin. He has nothing to prove. What ego he has filters down to his slim hips from where it quietly resides in his witty subtle mind.
When this man saunters on stage he owns it. A superb entertainer and a master vocalist George's warm baritone and relaxed phrasing so pleasing to the ear and reassuring to hear on radio continue to keep him at the top of the industry charts, and more importantly, deeply imbedded within his fan's hearts -- who sigh and clamor for more Strait anything.
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As far as songs go I have many favorites but "She'll Leave You With A Smile" will always be special for me. It was his 50th Number One Single. I was at the Closing Show of the Houston Astrodome, when the CD/DVD was recorded. His performance gave me chills; I knew I was watching the Master and he was outdoing himself.
Then in June of 2006 George released "Give it Away" the first single from his new album "It Just Comes Natural," released October 3rd, 2006. It quickly became his 53rd Number One single (all charts) breaking records as it sped up the charts. About the same time George was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame November 6, 2006.
George continues to amaze me. and I expect that he always will. He followed up with another outstanding album, "Troubadour." His first single from that album "I Saw God Today" became his 56th #1 single. On August 8, 2008 he released a music video for the title cut, and I have to say that the song and video for "Troubadour" are my #1 favorites out of everything he has recorded. He is amazing.
George is competing only against himself. He is beyond the usual awards, and has nothing to prove. He has only to do what he has been doing his entire career - be himself.
