About the song
There’s a certain kind of storytelling that only country music seems to do just right—quiet, unassuming, but deeply affecting. And few artists have mastered that craft better than **George Strait**. With his understated delivery, traditionalist leanings, and consistent ability to tap into universal feelings, Strait carved out a unique and lasting space in the genre. One of the finest examples of his artistry is the 1984 hit, **George Strait – Does Fort Worth Ever Cross Your Mind**, a song that continues to resonate decades after its release.
At its core, **George Strait – Does Fort Worth Ever Cross Your Mind** is a song about memory, longing, and the lingering ache of a love that’s been lost but not forgotten. The title itself poses a question—not aggressively, but gently, almost wistfully. It’s a question you ask not expecting an answer, but needing to ask anyway: “Do I still live somewhere in your mind?” That sort of emotional restraint, where heartbreak is expressed not through shouting but through quiet resignation, is part of what makes this song so powerful.
The melody is pure classic country—fiddle, steel guitar, and a rhythm that calls to mind the open Texas plains. But it’s the voice of **George Strait** that holds everything together. He doesn’t overplay the emotion; instead, he lets the lyrics speak for themselves. There’s a world-weariness in his tone, but also dignity. It’s the sound of a man who’s been hurt but won’t fall apart. And for many listeners, especially those who have lived through their own share of love’s complexities, that honesty feels like home.
When this track was released, it not only became a number-one hit, but it also helped solidify Strait’s status as a leading figure in the neo-traditional country movement. More than that, though, it’s a song that speaks to anyone who’s ever looked back with a mix of tenderness and regret.
**George Strait – Does Fort Worth Ever Cross Your Mind** isn’t just a question—it’s a moment frozen in time, quietly echoing through the years, waiting for an answer that may never come.
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Lyrics
Cold Fort Worth beer, just ain’t no good for jealous
I’ve tried it night, after night
You’re in someone else’s arms in Dallas
Does Fort Worth ever cross your mind?
Darlin’ while you’re busy, burnin’ bridges
Burn one for me, if you get time
‘Cause good memories, don’t fade so easy
Does Fort Worth ever cross your mind?
You left me here, to be with him in Dallas
And I know it hurts you at the time
Well I wonder now, if it makes a difference
Does Fort Worth ever cross your mind?
You left me here, to be with him in Dallas
And I know it hurts you, at the time
Well I wonder now, if it makes a difference
Does Fort Worth ever cross your mind?
Does Fort Worth ever cross your mind?
