George Strait – I’d Like To Have That One Back

Introduction:

Released in 1993, I’d Like To Have That One Back is a poignant country ballad performed by the iconic George Strait. The song, found on Strait’s album Easy Come, Easy Go, was co-written by Aaron Barker, Bill Shore, and Rick West. It quickly became a hit, climbing to number 3 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart in February 1994.

I’d Like To Have That One Back is a relatable song for anyone who has experienced regret over a lost love. The narrator reflects on a past relationship, dwelling on his mistakes and the reasons why things fell apart. Strait’s smooth vocals and signature country style perfectly capture the melancholic tone of the lyrics, creating a song that resonates with listeners.

Easy Come, Easy Go, the album I’d Like To Have That One Back is featured on, was produced by both George Strait himself and Tony Brown. The album itself achieved significant critical and commercial success. It peaked at number one on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart and remained there for nine weeks. Easy Come, Easy Go was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for exceeding one million units sold.

I’d Like To Have That One Back is not only a fan favorite but also a hallmark of Strait’s career. The song’s enduring popularity is a testament to its ability to evoke feelings of nostalgia and longing for a past love. It continues to be a staple on country radio stations and playlists, solidifying its place as a country music classic.

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Lyrics:

I heard somebody speak her name
They said she was still looking fine
And I could feel that same old flame
I once felt when she was mine
Always thought that I was missing something
But I found out much too late
There’ll never be another who’ll love me that way

I’d like to have that one back
I’ve never known someone so true
And a love that pure and sweet is one a man should never lose
And if my lips had said I’m sorry
She might have stopped right in her tracks
But now I find my poor heart saying
I’d like to have that one back

I can almost see her standing there, tears rolling down her face
As she packed away her memories in that old worn-out suitcase
If I’d only known then what I know now
I’d never opened that door
Oh, they just don’t make hearts like hers anymore

I’d like to have that one back
Never known someone so true
And a love so pure and sweet is one a man should never lose
And if my lips had said I’m sorry
She might have stopped right in her tracks
I wouldn’t hear my poor heart saying
I’d like to have that one back
I wouldn’t hear my poor heart saying
I’d like to have that one back