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Introduction
A Timeless Classic: “You Look So Good in Love”
George Strait’s “You Look So Good in Love” is a classic country ballad that has endured the test of time. Released in 1983 as a B-side to his single “Right or Wrong,” the song quickly garnered attention for its poignant lyrics and Strait’s heartfelt delivery.
Written by Glen Ballard, Kerry Chater, and Rory Michael Bourke, the song explores themes of love, loss, and longing. The narrator, a man who has let a love interest slip away, observes her happiness with another. The lyrics capture the bittersweet emotions of seeing someone you care about thriving in a relationship that could have been yours.
Strait’s vocals are a perfect match for the song’s melancholic tone. His smooth baritone conveys the narrator’s wistfulness and regret. The instrumentation, featuring steel guitar and fiddle, adds to the song’s traditional country sound.
“You Look So Good in Love” quickly became a hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. It solidified Strait’s reputation as one of country music’s most beloved and enduring stars. The song’s timeless appeal has ensured its place in the country music canon, continuing to resonate with audiences of all ages.
Today, “You Look So Good in Love” remains a popular choice for country music fans and remains a testament to Strait’s enduring legacy. Its poignant lyrics and heartfelt performance have made it a classic that will continue to be cherished for generations to come.
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Lyrics
Oh how you sparkle
And oh how you shine
The flush on your cheeks
Is more than the wine
And he must do something
That I didn’t do
Whatever he’s doing
It looks good on you
You look so good in love,
You want him
That’s easy to see
You look so good in love
I wish you still wanted me
He must have stolen
The stars from the sky
And gave them to you
To wear in your eyes
I had my chances
But I set you free
And now I wonder
Why I couldn’t see
You look so good in love,
You want him
It’s easy to see
You look so good in love
I wish you still wanted me
spoken:
Darling I’ve wasted a lot of years not seeing the real you
But tonight your beauty is shining through,
And I never took the time to let you know
So before he takes you awayplease let me say
You look so good in love,
You want him
Its easy to see
You look so good in Love,
I wish you still wanted me…