Strait's success began when his first single "Unwound" was a hit in 1981. During the 1980s, seven of his albums reached #1 on the country charts. In the 2000s, Strait was named Artist of the Decade by the Academy of Country Music, was elected into the Country Music Hall of Fame, and won his first Grammy award for the album Troubadour. Strait was named CMA Entertainer of the Year in 1989, 1990 and 2013, and ACM Entertainer of the Year in 1990 and 2014. He has been nominated for more CMA and ACM awards and has more wins in both categories than any other artist.
By 2009, he broke Conway Twitty's previous record for the most #1 hits on Billboard's Hot Country Songs chart when his 44 #1 singles surpassed Twitty's 40. Counting all music charts, Strait has amassed a total of 60 #1 hits, breaking a record also previously set by Twitty, giving him more #1 songs than any other artist in any genre of music.
Strait is also known for his touring career when he designed a 360-degree configuration and introduced festival style tours. For example, the Strait Tours earned $99 million in three years. His concert at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, in June 2014 drew 104,793 people, marking a new record for largest indoor concert in North America.
In more than 30 years of recording, all of which have been spent with MCA Records, George Strait has garnered 61 #1 songs on all country charts (including Mediabase 24/7, the former Radio & Records chart, and the now-defunct Gavin Report chart), and has more #1 hits than any other artist in a single genre. His 44 Billboard country #1 hits are a record, four more than Conway Twitty's total that includes several duets with Loretta Lynn. Additionally, Strait is also the first artist in the history of Billboard to have at least one single enter the top 10 of a Billboard chart for 30 consecutive years, starting in 1981 when his debut single "Unwound" peaked at number six on the Hot Country Singles chart. All of his top-10 singles have been on that chart. Strait has sold more than 68 million records in the United States alone, and his certifications from the RIAA include 13 multiplatinum, 33 platinum, and 38 gold albums.
George Strait Discography:
Strait Country (1981)
Strait from the Heart (1982)
Right or Wrong (1983)
Does Fort Worth Ever Cross Your Mind (1984)
Something Special (1985)
#7 (1986)
Ocean Front Property (1987)
If You Ain't Lovin' You Ain't Livin' (1988)
Beyond the Blue Neon (1989)
Livin' It Up (1990)
Chill of an Early Fall (1991)
Holding My Own (1992)
Pure Country (1992)
Easy Come, Easy Go (1993)
Lead On (1994)
Blue Clear Sky (1996)
Carrying Your Love with Me (1997)
One Step at a Time (1998)
Always Never the Same (1999)
George Strait (2000)
The Road Less Traveled (2001)
Honkytonkville (2003)
Somewhere Down in Texas (2005)
It Just Comes Natural (2006)
Troubadour (2008)
Twang (2009)
Here for a Good Time (2011)
Love Is Everything (2013)
Cold Beer Conversation (2015)
Honky Tonk Time Machine (2019)
The King Of Broken Hearts
George Strait Lyrics
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And he has quite a few of them
They know he will understand
That's just the way it goes
The king of broken hearts doesn't know he's a king
He's trying to forget other things
Like some old chilly scenes
He talks to angels and the stars start to spin
He thinks of troubles that he's gotten in
He recalls how his heart got broken
And how it's still that way
The king of broken hearts is so sad and wise
He can smile while he's crying inside
We know he'll be brave tonight
Cause he's the king of broken hearts
He talks to angels and the stars start to spin
He thinks of troubles that he's gotten in
He recalls how his heart got broken
And how it's still that way
The king of broken hearts thinks that he's no fool
He's a little bit like me and you
So what's a king like that supposed to do
With all that blue time
We know he'll be brave tonight
Cause he's the king of broken hearts
He's the king of broken hearts
The song "The King of Broken Hearts" by George Strait is a tribute to all the people who've loved and lost. The "king" is an archetype for someone who has experienced heartbreak, but is still trying to move on. The lyrics tell of the loneliness that comes with being heartbroken, and the comfort that one can find in things like talking to angels or recalling past troubles as a reminder that they've overcome hardships before. The king is portrayed as being wise, yet sad, with the ability to put on a brave face when needed. The lyrics suggest that even though someone has been brokenhearted, they can still be strong and resilient.
Line by Line Meaning
The king of broken hearts doesn't ask much from his friends
Despite being surrounded by friends, the king of broken hearts keeps to himself and doesn't burden others with his pain.
And he has quite a few of them
The king of broken hearts may not lean on his friends, but he still has their support and loyalty.
They know he will understand
His friends understand that he's hurting and respect his need for space and privacy.
That's just the way it goes
Accepting the reality of his situation is something the king of broken hearts has become accustomed to.
The king of broken hearts doesn't know he's a king
The king of broken hearts doesn't realize that he's gained a reputation as someone who's been hurt too many times.
He's trying to forget other things
Rather than dwelling on his pain, the king of broken hearts focuses on other thoughts and distractions to keep himself going.
Like some old chilly scenes
His thoughts sometimes drift to memories that leave him feeling cold inside.
He's walking through alone
The king of broken hearts may have friends, but he still feels as though he is walking through life by himself.
He talks to angels and the stars start to spin
The king of broken hearts finds solace in having imaginary conversations with angels and looking up at the night sky.
He thinks of troubles that he's gotten in
Memories of his past mistakes and regrets weigh heavily on the king of broken hearts.
He recalls how his heart got broken
The pain of having his heart broken in the past still lingers and colors his outlook on life.
And how it's still that way
Despite his attempts at moving on, the king of broken hearts is still struggling with heartbreak and its aftermath.
The king of broken hearts is so sad and wise
The pain he's experienced has given this king a hard-won wisdom, but the sadness at the heart of his suffering is still there.
He can smile while he's crying inside
Despite his internal struggles, the king of broken hearts still manages to present a stoic exterior to the world.
We know he'll be brave tonight
The king of broken hearts is always putting on a brave face even when he doesn't feel like it.
Cause he's the king of broken hearts
His reputation for heartbreak and sadness precedes him, and it feels like he can never escape it.
The king of broken hearts thinks that he's no fool
The king of broken hearts is savvy enough to know he's been hurt repeatedly but still believes in the power of love.
He's a little bit like me and you
The struggles of the king of broken hearts are emblematic of the struggles that many people face in their lives.
So what's a king like that supposed to do
Even though he's achieved a certain status because of his heartbreak, the king of broken hearts is still at a loss as to what the future holds.
With all that blue time
The king of broken hearts is all too familiar with the long stretches of time where he feels down and out.
We know he'll be brave tonight
Despite his struggles, the king of broken hearts will continue to put on a brave front and try to move forward.
Cause he's the king of broken hearts
The king of broken hearts will always be defined by his heartbreak and the pain he's gone through.
Lyrics © Bluewater Music Corp.
Written by: Jim Lauderdale
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