George Strait – Somewhere Down In Texas

About The Song

George Strait’s “Somewhere Down In Texas”. Now that’s a song that tugs at the heartstrings of any true country music fan. Released in 2005 on Strait’s album of the same name, “Somewhere Down In Texas” transcends a simple love song for a place. It’s a meditation on legacy, homecoming, and the enduring spirit of Texas itself.

Strait, a Texas native and undisputed king of neotraditional country, brings a lifetime of experience to this track. His voice, as smooth and comforting as a well-worn pair of boots, weaves a tale of a man reflecting on a successful career. We hear the weariness of years spent on the road, the satisfaction of a life well-lived, and a yearning for the simple pleasures of home.

The lyrics paint a vivid picture of the Texas landscape. Strait sings of wide-open spaces, summer breezes, and the warmth of family. It’s a place that nourishes the soul, a refuge from the relentless pace of life on the road. “Somewhere Down In Texas” isn’t just about a physical location; it’s a state of mind, a place where one can truly be oneself.

There’s a subtle undercurrent of nostalgia throughout the song. Strait reflects on his journey, acknowledging the fire that once fueled his ambition. He’s grateful for the success he’s achieved, but there’s a sense that a chapter is coming to a close. The song hints at a desire to slow down, to trade the bright lights of the stage for the quiet beauty of his Texas roots.

“Somewhere Down In Texas” isn’t a retirement anthem, though. It’s more of a celebration. Strait isn’t leaving music behind; he’s simply returning to the source of his inspiration. The song ends with a sense of peace and contentment. He’s found his place, a place where the music lives on, not just in the songs he’s sung, but in the wide-open spaces and the hearts of the people who call Texas home.

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Lyric

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I been on the road now dang near all my life:
An’ I do love to sing a song.
I can say I’ve worked hard, put in my time:
Now it’s time to go home.
And catch up on my chores:
Watch the sunset from my porch.

I’ll be somewhere down in Texas if you’re lookin’ for me,
Drinkin’ in that great wide-open: soakin’ up the summer breeze.
Kickin’ back an’ settled in with my family.
I’ll be somewhere down in Texas if you’re lookin’ for me.

That’s where I got started, where I was born an’ bred:
It’s the fire inside of me.
I couldn’t have imagined this Texas highway led,
Far beyond my wildest dreams.
But I’ll turn out the lights tonight,
An’ say goodnight, but not goodbye.

I’ll be somewhere down in Texas if you’re lookin’ for me,
Drinkin’ in that great wide-open: soakin’ up the summer breeze.
Kickin’ back an’ settled in with my family.
I’ll be somewhere down in Texas if you’re lookin’ for me.

I made so many friends,
Hope we meet someday again:
Till then:

I’ll be somewhere down in Texas if you’re lookin’ for me,
Drinkin’ in that great wide-open: soakin’ up the summer breeze.
Kickin’ back an’ settled in with my family.
I’ll be somewhere down in Texas if you’re lookin’ for me.