The Hit That Got Away: George Strait and 'Tennessee Whiskey

The Hit That Got Away: George Strait and 'Tennessee Whiskey

George Strait, a legendary country music artist, holds the record for the most No. 1 hits in country music history with 60 chart-topping songs. However, there is one hit that got away from him - "Tennessee Whiskey." Despite being pitched the song in the 1980s, Strait decided not to record it, feeling that it didn't align with his musical style. The song, co-written by Dean Dillon and Linda Hargrove, has been recorded by artists like David Allan Coe, George Jones, and Chris Stapleton, achieving success on the charts. While Strait has slowed down his music career in recent years, he continues to release new music selectively and perform live on occasion. His most recent singles include "Every Little Honky Tonk Bar" and "The Weight of the Badge."