You Can't Make a Heart Love Somebody
George Strait
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At a table for two With candlelight and wine That diamond burnin' holes in his pockets Thinkin' now's the perfect time When he popped the question he could see The teardrops fill her eyes She said I knew this was comin', and I'm sorry But I hope you realize You can't make a heart love somebody, You can tell it what to do But it won't listen at all You can't make a heart love somebody You can lead a heart to love But you can't make it fall. Then she reached for his hand And said I want you to know I've done everything that I know of To make the feelin' grow I've begged and I've pleaded with my heart But there's no gettin' through My heart's the only part of me That's not in love with you You can't make a heart love somebody, You can tell it what to do But it won't listen at all You can't make a heart love somebody You can lead a heart to love But you can't make it fall. You can't make a heart love somebody, You can tell it what to do But it won't listen at all You can't make a heart love somebody You can lead a heart to love But you can't make it fall. You can lead a heart to love But you can't make it fall.
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Written by: JOHNNY MACRAE, STEVE CLARK
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Singer's fame"You Can't Make a Heart Love Somebody" is a song by George Strait, a renowned country singer who earned the title "King of Country."
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Release detailsThe song was released as a single in November 1994 from his album "Lead On."
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Chart performanceIt peaked at number one on both the U.S. Billboard Country Songs chart and the Canada Country Tracks.
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Songwriters"You Can't Make a Heart Love Somebody" was written by famous songwriters, Johnny MacRae and Steve Clark.
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Emotional ResonanceThe song is about the idea that you can't force someone to feel love if it is truly not there, no matter how much effort is made.
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Commercial SuccessAlongside reaching the top of the charts, the song's parent album "Lead On" was certified Platinum by the RIAA.
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Cover versionsThis song has been covered by a few country singers, adding to its legacy and reach among country music listeners.
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Cultural InfluenceApart from its commercial success, "You Can't Make a Heart Love Somebody" has had a significant impact on country music, with its deep, meaningful lyrics being noted by critics and fans alike.
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Pop cultureThe song has been featured in multiple playlists and country music compilations, affirming its status as a bona fide country hit.
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AwardsWhile the song itself didn't win any specific awards, it contributed to George Strait's overall recognition and accolades in the music industry. He was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2006.
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