About the song
**George Strait** with “Down and Out.” Now, for those of us who’ve lived a little, who’ve seen the world turn a few times, this song resonates with a certain kind of truth. It’s not just a tune; it’s a story, a snapshot of a moment many of us have known, or at least understood.
**George Strait**, a name synonymous with country music royalty, delivers this song with a kind of raw honesty that cuts through the noise. It’s from his early days, the “Strait Country” album, and you can hear that authentic honky-tonk sound in every note. This isn’t the slick, polished country of later years; this is down-home, real, and relatable.
The song itself, “Down and Out,” it’s a simple tale, really. A man reeling from heartbreak, finding solace in the bottom of a glass and the company of a jukebox. It’s a classic country theme, sure, but Strait delivers it with a sincerity that makes it feel fresh. There’s a vulnerability in his voice, a sense of weariness that speaks to anyone who’s ever felt the sting of a broken heart.
Now, what makes this song special? It’s the way it captures that feeling of being utterly, completely “down and out.” It’s not just about the sadness; it’s about the grit, the determination to keep going, even when you feel like you’re at your lowest. And Strait, he delivers that with a kind of quiet strength, a resilience that’s as Texan as they come.
The music itself, it’s classic country. The fiddle, the steel guitar, the steady rhythm – it all comes together to create that unmistakable honky-tonk sound. It’s the kind of music you can picture playing in a smoky bar, the kind of music that makes you want to raise a glass and sing along.
So, whether you’re a lifelong country fan or just someone who appreciates a good story, “Down and Out” is a song that deserves a listen. It’s a reminder that even in our darkest moments, there’s always a little bit of light, a little bit of hope, and a whole lot of good music to keep us going. And George Strait, he delivers that message with a timeless grace that’s as relevant today as it was back then.
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Lyrics
Well, I’m out on a tear ’cause she’s tearin’ me apart
If I look rough on the outside, you ought to see my heart
And this look in my eyes shows beyond a doubt
But since my woman left, I’m down and out
Well, I’m down at the bar, out of my mind
Tighter than an eight-day clock with no way to unwind
Well, that jukebox cries the blues like it knows what I’m about
But since my woman left, I’m down and out
Well, I’m down to my last dollar, but I don’t really care
My friends have all got whiskey and they don’t mind if I share
Well, they know how it feels to have your heart torn inside out
Since my woman left, I’m down and out
Well, I’m down at the bar, out of my mind
Tighter than an eight-day clock with no way to unwind
Well, that jukebox cries the blues like it knows what I’m about
And since my woman left, I’m down and out
Since my woman left, since my woman left
Since my woman left, I’m down and out
