About the song
When you hear the name **George Strait**, a certain reverence naturally follows. For more than four decades, he has stood as one of the most consistent, authentic voices in country music—a figure who didn’t just shape the genre but helped anchor it to its roots. With his signature blend of traditional Western swing, honky-tonk, and heartfelt balladry, **George Strait** has always had an uncanny ability to distill the everyday joys and sorrows of life into something timeless. In **“Codigo,”** he offers something a little different—yet unmistakably George.
Released in 2019 on his album *Honky Tonk Time Machine*, **“Codigo”** takes its name from a premium tequila brand that Strait himself has a business stake in. At first glance, it might seem like just a lighthearted ode to a favorite drink. And in many ways, it is—cheerful, catchy, and perfectly suited for a relaxed evening on the back porch. But listen closer, and you’ll hear more than just a commercial jingle or barroom anthem. What **George Strait** manages to do here is infuse a modern product with the same classic charm that has defined his entire career.
The song is driven by a crisp, toe-tapping rhythm, rich with fiddle and steel guitar—a classic **Strait** sound that evokes dusty Texas sunsets and carefree summer nights. The lyrics are playful but pointed, celebrating the finer things in life without ever feeling boastful. In the hands of a lesser artist, this track might have felt gimmicky. But with **George Strait** at the helm, it becomes a celebration—not just of tequila, but of craftsmanship, tradition, and the small pleasures that make life worth singing about.
**“Codigo”** might not aim for emotional depth, but it offers something else: a toast to joy, to simplicity, and to the enduring spirit of a man who’s still making music that feels like home.
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Lyrics
Baby, just like you
It’s something new
I just had to try
I didn’t plan on it
But a sip and you’ll want it
It’s a beautiful high
The perfect recipe
Baby, you and me
The secret’s been found
Let’s pour one right now
I’m talkin’ ’bout Codigo
I take it with me everywhere I go
Best tequila, baby, don’t you know
A little sip and you’re ready to roll
They make it down in Mexico
A little state called Jalisco
Where the beautiful agaves grow
I’m talkin’ ’bout Codigo
Any way you like it
Any way you wanna try it
I’ll try it too
I don’t care if it’s a habit
As long as you have it
And I have it with you
Hasta la Cruz
I’ll be singing in to you
All the way home
We’ll make this our song
I’m talkin’ ’bout Codigo
I take it with me everywhere I go
Best tequila, baby, don’t you know
A little sip and you’re ready to roll
They make it down in Mexico
A little state called Jalisco
Where the beautiful agaves grow
I’m talkin’ ’bout Codigo
Go on boy
Straight up or on the rocks
Dressed up or not
Make it a surprise
Throw it back and close your eyes
I’m talkin’ ’bout Codigo
I take it with me everywhere I go
Best tequila, baby, don’t you know
A little sip and you’re ready to roll
They make it down in Mexico
A little state called Jalisco
Where the beautiful agaves grow
I’m talkin’ ’bout Codigo
I’m talkin’ ’bout Codigo
I take it with me everywhere I go
Best tequila, baby, don’t you know
A little rip and you’re ready to roll
They make ’em down in Mexico
A little state called Jalisco
Where the beautiful agaves grow
I’m talkin’ ’bout Codigo
Where the beautiful agaves grow
I’m talkin’ ’bout Codigo
