George Strait – Write This Down

Introduction

A Gentle Reminder That Love Matters: Rediscovering George Strait’s “Write This Down”

Sometimes, the simplest words carry the greatest weight—especially when they come from a place of sincerity. That’s exactly what makes George Strait – Write This Down such a lasting treasure in the world of country music. Released in 1999 as part of his acclaimed album Always Never the Same, this tender ballad quickly became a fan favorite, resonating deeply with listeners who understand that love, though often unspoken, should never go unsaid.

From the first notes, Write This Down wraps listeners in a sense of calm clarity. It’s a love song, yes, but more than that, it’s a gentle nudge—a reminder that telling someone how much they mean to you isn’t something that should be put off. With lines like “Take a little note / To remind you in case you didn’t know,” Strait delivers the kind of message that feels both personal and universal. Whether you’re just starting a relationship or you’ve been with someone for decades, the idea of cherishing and expressing affection never loses relevance.

Musically, the song is classic Strait—clean, steady instrumentation paired with that unmistakable baritone voice that has become a hallmark of modern traditional country. There’s no rush, no flash, no gimmicks. Instead, it leans into melody and message, offering something genuine in a world often filled with noise.

What sets George Strait – Write This Down apart is its quiet wisdom. It’s not dramatic or overly sentimental; it’s grounded, real, and refreshingly sincere. In a few short minutes, Strait gives us all a piece of advice worth following—not just in music, but in life: when something matters, say it. Better yet, write it down. Because love, when expressed, has a way of living on.

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Lyrics

I never saw the end in sight
Fools are kind of blind
Thought everything was going alright
But I was running out of time
‘Cause you had one foot out the door
I swear I didn’t see
But if you’re really going away
Here’s some final words from me
Baby, write this down
Take a little note to remind you in case you didn’t know
Tell yourself I love you and I don’t want you to go
Write this down
Take my words and read ’em every day, keep ’em close by
Don’t you let ’em fade away
So you’ll remember what I forgot to say
Write this down
I’ll sign it at the bottom of the page
I’ll swear under oath
‘Cause every single word is true
And I think you need to know
So use it as a bookmark, stick it on your ‘frigerator door
Hang it in a picture frame up above the mantel
Where you’ll see it for sure
Baby, write this down
Take a little note to remind you in case you didn’t know
Tell yourself I love you and I don’t want you to go
Write this down
Take my words and read ’em every day, keep ’em close by
Don’t you let ’em fade away
So you’ll remember what I forgot to say
Write this down
You can find a chisel, I can find a stone
Folks will be reading these words
Long after we’re gone
Baby, write this down
Take a little note to remind you in case you didn’t know
Tell yourself I love you and I don’t want you to go
Write this down
Take my words and read ’em every day, keep ’em close by
Don’t you let ’em fade away
So you’ll remember what I forgot to say
Write this down
Oh I love you and I don’t want you to go
Baby write this down

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