Goin’ Goin’ Gone Ain’t No Trouble for the King of Country, Everything fans love about George Strait’s music can be heard in this track from his 2016 album: a raw yet polished country sound, meaningful lyrics, and an unmistakable sense of authenticity. It is about the feelings of losing someone you love and not losing them as a person, and that resonates with everyone who has been to heartbreak.
It is George Strait’s vocals that bring the middle-aged emotional heft that only comes with age in Goin’ Goin’ Gone. The song’s nostalgic melody complements his gentle tone, as the lyrics describe the sense of something slipping away. It’s a classic country song in that it has a relatable story to tell, but George’s performance makes it something truly special. The music video further enhances the experience, featuring stunning visuals that beautifully encapsulate the song’s theme of loss.
George Strait – Goin’ Goin’ Gone (Official Lyric Video)
The lines of Goin’ Goin’ Gone resonate with the despair of being unable to hold on to love. With every line, they are reminded that, even when it feels like you’re frozen in time life won’t sit still it marches on regardless. It’s easy to identify with the message of that song, given George Strait’s delivery, singing of a love that passed from sight, much as the sunset slips out of view over the horizon.
George Strait seamlessly transitions from this gut-wrenching performance to his traditional version of Hark, The Herald Angels Sing, a Christmas classic. If Goin’ Goin’ Gone welcomes listeners into a meditative place, Hark, The Herald Angels Sing fills the space with joy and festivity. This will be a departure from the heartbreaking themes of the last song, which were about heartbreak & sadness, and instead about holiday cheer. George’s bass voice brings warmth to the popular melody and reminds fans of the joy of Christmas.
George Strait – Hark, The Herald Angels Sing (Official Audio)
The mood in these two songs won’t be more different, but the transition is no sweat for George Strait. Whether singing softly about love, loss, or the joy of Christmas his voice is always imbued with an unparalleled sincerity that makes each song feel like an intimate conversation. His versatility shines through in this Belgian transition proving his ability to engage listeners during all seasons.
George Strait’s songs are raw and honest, with music that really tugs on an individual, which helped him secure his position as a country music legend, able to do anything from making someone cry to laughing with every note he sings. From Goin’ Goin’ Gone to Hark, The Herald Angels Sing, his music lives on in the ears of listeners all around the world. Follow George Strait on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. You’re definitely going to want to check out his next release!