Baby Blue

George Strait

About Baby Blue

"Baby Blue" is a song written by Aaron Barker, and recorded by American country music artist George Strait. It was released in April 1988 as the second single from his album If You Ain't Lovin', You Ain't Livin'. It was a number-one hit in the United States, while it peaked at number 3 in Canada.


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1991
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She looked so much like a lady, but she was so much like a child.
A devil when she held me close, an angel when she smiled.
She always held it deep inside, but somehow I always knew
She's go away when the grass turned green
And the sky turned baby blue.

And baby blue was the color of her eyes.
Baby blue like the Colorado skies.
Like a breath of spring, she came and left,
And I still don't know why,
So here's to you and whoever holds my baby blue tonight.

She brought colors to my life that my eyes had never touched.
And when she taught me how to care, I never cared so much.
I try not to think of her, but I fall asleep and do,
And drift off where the grass is green and the sky is baby blue.

And baby blue was the color of her eyes.
Baby blue like the Colorado skies.
Like a breath of spring, she came and left,
And I still don't know why,
So here's to you and whoever holds my baby blue tonight.

And baby blue was the color of her eyes.
Baby blue like the Colorado skies.
Like a breath of spring, she came and left,
And I still don't know why,
So here's to you and whoever holds my baby blue tonight.

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George Strait

George Harvey Strait (born May 18, 1952) is an American country music singer, actor, and music producer. Strait is referred to as the "King of Country," and critics call Strait a living legend. He is known for his unique style of western swing music, bar-room ballads, honky-tonk style, and fresh yet traditional Country music. George Strait holds the world record for more number-one hit singles than any other artist in the history of music on any chart or in any genre, having recorded 59 number-one hit singles as of 2012. more »

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Written by: CRISPIN MACMICHAEL SANDYS HUNT, SIMON EDWARD STAFFORD

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10 facts about this song

Artist Background
"Baby Blue" was written and performed by the iconic American country music star George Strait, also known as the "King of Country". He is known for his neo-traditionalist country style, western swing influences, and cowboy look.
Chart Performance
The song peaked at No.1 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart dated May 16, 1988, making it George Strait's 13th number one single.
Song Structure
Consisting of just three chords and a catchy chorus, "Baby Blue" showcases Strait's signature simplicity in both structure and lyrics.
Album Inclusion
"Baby Blue" is included in his 1987 album "Ocean Front Property" which became the first album to debut at number one on the Billboard Country Albums Chart.
Song Meaning
The song is a love ballad, dedicated to a past love who had "baby blue" eyes. The singer reminisces the past memories with this person, expressing his never-ending adoration.
Songwriter
This popular song was written by Aaron Barker, whose credits also include other George Strait’s hit songs such as "Love Without End, Amen" and "Easy Come, Easy Go".
Duration
The song, lasting three minutes and eleven seconds (3:11), is noted for its short, yet impactful and memorable composition.
Notable Performances
George Strait often performs "Baby Blue" during his live concerts, and it has become one of the crowd favorites due to its nostalgic and emotional lure.
Music Video
Unlike many of his fellow artists at the time, George Strait didn't film a music video for "Baby Blue". Regardless, the song became quite popular and got significant radio airplay.
Household Name
The success of "Baby Blue" contributed to Strait becoming one of the most influential and popular recording artists in history. He has since recorded the most number one songs and top five songs in the history of music of any kind.

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