One I Loved Back Then (The Corvette Song)

George Jones

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"The One I Loved Back Then (The Corvette Song)" is a country song written by Gary Gentry and recorded by American country music singer George Jones. It was recorded for his 1985 album Who's Gonna Fill Their Shoes, from which it was released in late 1985 as the second single. The song peaked at number three on the Hot Country Singles chart in early 1986.


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I stopped off at the Quicksack
For some beer and cigarettes
The old man took my money
As he stared at my Corvette
He said, I had one just like her son
A nineteen-sixty-three
Till the man down at the
Bank took her from me

Oh, She was hotter than a two-dollar pistol
She was the fastest thing around
Long and lean, every young man's dream
She turned every head in town
She was built and fun to handle, son
I'm glad that you dropped in
She reminds me of the one I loved back then

Then, I handed him my keys and said
Here, take her for a spin
The old man scratched his head, and said
Then he looked at me and grinned
He said son, you just don't understand
It ain't the car I want
It's the brunette in your 'Vette that turns me on

I had one that was hotter than a two-dollar pistol
She was the fastest thing around
Long and lean, every young man's dream
She turned every head in town
She was built and fun to handle, son
I'm glad that you dropped in
She reminds me of the one I loved back then

Lord, she was hotter than a two-dollar pistol
She was the fastest thing around
Long and lean, every young man's dream
She turned every head in town
She was built and fun to handle, son
I'm glad that you dropped in
She reminds me of the one I loved back then

She reminds me of the one I loved back then

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George Jones

George Glenn Jones (born September 12, 1931) is an American country music singer known for his long list of hit records, his distinctive voice and phrasing, and his marriage to Tammy Wynette. more »

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Written by: GARY LEE GENTRY

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10 facts about this song

Release Date
"One I Loved Back Then (The Corvette Song)" was released in December 1985 as part of George Jones's album "Who's Gonna Fill Their Shoes."
Billboard Chart Success
The single hit number 3 on the US Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks for the week of March 8, 1986, showcasing its popularity.
Writer Info
Gary Lee Gentry penned this popular country song, adding it to his list of memorable compositions.
Label Information
The song was released under the Epic Records label, a prominent player in the production and release of country music during this period.
Song Theme
The song humorously plays on the term “the one I loved back then”, initially leading listeners to believe George is nostalgically singing about an old flame or past love, but at the end revealing that he's actually referring to a Corvette car.
Signature Song
Over time, the song has become one of George Jones' signature songs, due to its popularity and unique storytelling.
Music Video
A feature that sets it apart from many of Jones's earlier hits is that "The Corvette Song" has an official music video which helped popularize the song in the burgeoning era of MTV and music video channels.
Album Success
The parent album “Who's Gonna Fill Their Shoes” that includes "The Corvette Song", reached 9th position on the US Billboard Country Albums chart in 1985.
Continued Popularity
Despite being released over three decades ago, the song continues to be a favorite amongst country music fans today, highlighting its timeless appeal.
Performance Legacy
The song continues to be performed by various artists at tribute concerts to George Jones, showcasing its enduring popularity and importance in his musical catalogue.

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