About the song
“Unwound” is a country song written by Dean Dillon and Frank Dycus, and recorded by American country music artist George Strait. It was released in April 1981 as his major label debut single and served as the lead single from his debut album Strait Country. It peaked at number 6 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart.
The song is about a man who is finally able to relax and unwind after a long day of work. He sings about how he enjoys spending time with his loved ones, listening to music, and drinking a cold beer. The song’s lyrics are simple but effective, and Strait’s smooth vocals deliver them with a sense of warmth and sincerity.
The song’s melody is slow and easygoing, perfectly suited to the song’s message of relaxation and contentment. The song’s instrumentation is also sparse, consisting mainly of acoustic guitar, fiddle, and bass. This allows Strait’s vocals to take center stage, and it helps to create a sense of intimacy between the singer and the listener.
“Unwound” is a classic country song that has stood the test of time. It is a song that is both relatable and comforting, and it is sure to appeal to fans of country music of all ages.
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Lyrics
“George Strait – Unwound”
Give me a bottle of your very best‘Cause I’ve got a problemI’m gonna drink off my chestI’m gonna spend the night gettin’ down‘Cause that woman that I had wrapped around my fingerJust come unwoundWell, that woman that I had wrapped around my fingerJust come unwoundShe kicked me out of the house and tonight I’m whiskey boundYeah, I’m gonna be the drunkest fool in town‘Cause that woman that I had wrapped around my fingerJust come unwoundWell she packed my bags and opened up the doorAnd I got a feelin’ she don’t want me around no moreShe caught me in a lie when I was messin’ aroundAnd that woman that I had wrapped around my fingerJust come unwoundWell, that woman that I had wrapped around my fingerJust come unwoundShe kicked me out of the house and tonight I’m whiskey boundWell I’m gonna be the drunkest fool in town‘Cause that woman that I had wrapped around my fingerJust come unwoundAnd that woman that I had wrapped around my fingerJust come unwound