Introduction:
“Give It Away” is one of George Strait’s most iconic songs, released in 2006 as the lead single from his album It Just Comes Natural. Written by country music legends Bill Anderson, Jamey Johnson, and Buddy Cannon, the song tells the heart-wrenching story of a man whose wife wants to part with all the physical memories of their relationship, symbolizing her desire to leave him entirely. As she instructs him to “give it away,” the emotional weight grows heavier, culminating in a powerful portrayal of loss.
The song’s blend of conversational storytelling and Strait’s signature vocal style turned it into a major hit. It topped the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, marking Strait’s record-breaking 41st number one single, a testament to his enduring influence in country music.
Critically, “Give It Away” was celebrated as one of Strait’s finest works, earning accolades such as the 2007 ACM Single and Song of the Year awards, as well as the CMA Song of the Year. The track’s success further cemented Strait’s legacy, contributing to his impressive tally of over 60 number-one hits.
“Give It Away” resonated with fans for its portrayal of deep sorrow, blending timeless themes of heartache with a classic country sound, making it a defining moment in George Strait’s career.
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Lyrics:
“Give It Away”
She was stormin’ through the house that day
And I could tell she was leavin
And I thought, aw, she’ll be back
‘Til she turned around and pointed at the wall an saidThat picture from our honeymoon
That night in Frisco Bay
Just give it away
She said, give it away
And that big four-poster king-size bed
Where so much love was made
Just give it away
She said, just give it awayJust give it away
There ain’t nothin’ in this house worth fightin’ over
Oh, and we’re both tired of fightin’ anyway
So just give it awaySo I tried to move on
But I found that each woman I held
Just reminded me of that day
HmmmWhen that front door swung wide open
She flung her diamond ring
Said, give it away
Just give it away
And I said, now, honey, don’t you even want
Your half of everything
She said, give it away
Just give it awayJust give it away
There ain’t nothin’ in this house worth fightin’ over
Oh, and we’re both tired of fightin’ anyway
So just give it away[Instrumental interlude]
So I’m still right here where she left me
Along with all the other things
She don’t care about anymore
Mmmm, like that picture from our honeymoon
That night in Frisco Bay
She said, give it away
Well, I can’t give it away
And that big four-poster king-size bed
Where all our love was made
She said, give it away
Well, I can’t give it awayI’ve got a furnished house, a diamond ring
And a lonely broken heart
Full of love and I can’t even give it away