About The Song
“Fool Hearted Memory” is a country song written by Byron Hill and Blake Mevis and recorded by American country music artist George Strait. It was released in May 1982 as the first single from Strait’s album Strait from the Heart. The song reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart and number 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It was Strait’s first number-one single and helped to establish him as a major star in country music.
The song is a ballad about a man who is haunted by memories of his lost love. The lyrics are simple but effective, and Strait’s smooth, expressive vocals bring them to life. The song’s melody is also memorable, and it has become a classic country standard.
“Fool Hearted Memory” is a timeless song about love, loss, and longing. It is a song that will resonate with listeners of all ages, and it is sure to remain a classic for many years to come.
Here are some additional details about the song:
- The song was produced by Blake Mevis.
- It was recorded at the MCA Nashville Studios in Nashville, Tennessee.
- The song’s backing vocals were provided by The Jordanaires.
- The song was featured in the 1982 film “The Soldier”.
- “Fool Hearted Memory” won the ASCAP Award for being one of the most performed country songs of 1982.
- The song has been covered by many artists, including Jason Aldean, Alan Jackson, and Willie Nelson.
“Fool Hearted Memory” is a significant song in George Strait’s career. It was his first number-one single, and it helped to establish him as a major star in country music. The song is a classic country ballad, and it is sure to remain a fan favorite for many years to come.
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Nickels and dimes, memories and wines
She’s on his mind once again
The same old stool, the same old fool
Played by the rules but didn’t win
And there’s an old love in his heart that he can’t lose
He tried forgettin’ but he knows that it’s no use
He’s got a fool hearted memory
It won’t let him see that she walked out the door
He’s got a fool hearted memory
And he sits patiently here every night so it can fool him more
She was his girl, his only whirl
That string of pearls that slipped away
A thousand dimes, a thousand times
He doesn’t mind what they say
He fills the jukebox, then plays the same old song
He fills his glass and then he turns her memory on
But it’s a fool hearted memory
It won’t let him see that she walked out the door
He’s got a fool hearted memory
And he sits patiently here every night so it can fool him more
He’s got a fool hearted memory
It won’t let him see that she walked out the door
He’s got a fool hearted memory
And he sits patiently here every night so it can fool him more