George Strait - Amarillo By Morning Page

The song was written by Terry Stafford and Paul Fraser after they attended a rodeo in Amarillo, Texas. Stafford originally recorded it in 1973 to minor success before Strait’s definitive cover.

Released in 1983 as part of the album Strait from the Heart , the song is celebrated for its and the nomadic spirit of the American cowboy. George Strait - Amarillo By Morning

Critics, such as Kevin John Coyne of Country Universe , note that the song's "simple arrangement and understated delivery" became the hallmark of Strait’s long career. The song was written by Terry Stafford and

Watch George Strait’s iconic performance and see why this song became a career-defining anthem: George Strait - Amarillo By Morning (Official Music Video) GeorgeStraitVEVO YouTube• Jun 6, 2013 Critical Reception Critics, such as Kevin John Coyne of Country

Though it peaked at #4 on the Billboard Country charts—never reaching #1—it is widely considered one of the greatest country songs of all time.

CMT named it the #12 country song of all time, and it has been certified 3x Platinum .