About the song
**George Strait – “Ocean Front Property”**—a song that embodies the clever wordplay, emotional honesty, and twangy authenticity that have long defined traditional country music. Released in 1987 as the title track of Strait’s seventh studio album, *Ocean Front Property*, this song not only topped the charts but also cemented Strait’s reputation as a masterful interpreter of heartbreak with a wink of wit.
At its core, **”Ocean Front Property”** is a classic tale of denial wrapped in a tongue-in-cheek metaphor. The narrator insists, with a straight face, that he won’t miss his former lover, that he won’t take her back, and that he’s entirely unaffected by the breakup. But then comes the punchline—*“And I’ve got some ocean front property in Arizona.”* That single line tells you everything you need to know: he’s lying through his teeth. The juxtaposition of emotional bravado and geographic impossibility gives the song its charm, making it both humorous and poignant.
What makes this track particularly resonant for longtime fans of country is its effortless blend of lyrical craftsmanship and traditional instrumentation. You’ll hear that signature steel guitar weep in the background, echoing the pain the narrator won’t admit to feeling. Strait’s smooth, understated vocal delivery is another hallmark of his style—never overdone, always genuine. It’s this restraint that makes the emotion hit even harder. He doesn’t need to shout or wail; the truth lies between the lines.
**George Strait – “Ocean Front Property”** also stands out as a product of its time—a period when country music still leaned heavily on narrative storytelling and clever turns of phrase. It’s the kind of song that rewards a close listen, and maybe even a quiet smile at the lyrical twist. For older audiences especially, there’s a nostalgic satisfaction in hearing a song that doesn’t rush, doesn’t pander, and doesn’t shy away from a little heartache hidden beneath dry humor.
In short, **”Ocean Front Property”** is a masterclass in subtle songwriting and classic country delivery. It’s the sort of tune that lingers—half in your ear, half in your heart—and reminds us why George Strait is often called the King of Country.
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Lyrics
If you leave me
I won’t miss you
And I won’t ever take you back
Girl, your memory
Won’t ever haunt me
‘Cause I don’t love you
And now if you’ll buy that
I’ve got some ocean front property in Arizona
From my front porch, you can see the sea
I’ve got some ocean front property in Arizona
If you’ll buy that, I’ll throw the Golden Gate in free
I don’t worship
The ground you walk on
I never have, and that’s a fact
I won’t follow or try to find you
‘Cause I don’t love you
Now if you’ll buy that
I’ve got some ocean front property in Arizona
From my front porch, you can see the sea
I’ve got some ocean front property in Arizona
If you’ll buy that, I’ll throw the Golden Gate in free
I’ve got some ocean front property in Arizona
From my front porch, you can see the sea
I’ve got some ocean front property in Arizona
If you’ll buy that, I’ll throw the Golden Gate in free
Yeah, if you’ll buy that, I’ll throw the Golden Gate in free
