Oh Me, Oh My, Sweet Baby
George Strait
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Oh me, oh my sweet baby said goodbye Oh no one else could take her place in my life Oh we had something good So tell me why she would Go and make me cry Oh me, oh my sweet baby said goodbye I remember how she'd hold me And say she'd stay forever true Back when the future looked so rosy But tonight it's lookin' mighty blue Oh me, oh my sweet baby said goodbye Oh no one else could take her place in my life Oh we had something good So tell me why she would Go and make me cry Oh me, oh my sweet baby said goodbye Don't know what I didn't give her That she gets from someone new I only know how much I miss her And wish my heart was only broke in two Oh me, oh my sweet baby said goodbye Oh no one else could take her place in my life Oh we had something good So tell me why she would Go and make me cry Oh me, oh my Why did she go and make me cry Oh me, oh my sweet baby said goodbye
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Written by: MICHAEL GARVIN, TOM SHAPIRO
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14 facts about this song
ArtistThe "Oh Me, Oh My, Sweet Baby" song was recorded and made famous by the American country singer George Strait.
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Album and ReleaseIt is part of his album "Pure Country" released in 1992 which also served as the soundtrack to his film of the same name.
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Chart PerformanceUpon its release, the song hit number three on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.
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Genre LabelThe song fits under the "Country" genre, adhering to George Strait's commonly blues, swing influenced honky-tonk style of country music.
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Song themeThe song is an intimate narrative of affection where the protagonist declares his love for his woman in a profound and touching way.
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Co-writersInterestingly, the song was penned by prolific songwriters Michael Garvin and Tony Brown.
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Replacement RationaleOriginally the song "When Did You Stop Loving Me" was intended as the single release, but "Oh Me, Oh My, Sweet Baby" was chosen by Strait and his team although it did not appear in the movie.
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AwardsThe album "Pure Country" was a massive success and won George Strait the Special Achievement Award from Country Music Television (CMT).
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The Music VideoA music video was released for "Oh Me, Oh My, Sweet Baby" which featured scenes from the "Pure Country" movie.
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CoverGeorge Strait's version of the song is actually a cover. The original was performed by Diamond Rio in their 1991 album, "Diamond Rio".
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Root NotesThough categorized as Country, the song possesses a strong traditional 'western swing' feel that often typifies George Strait's musical style.
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Sales AchievementThe song contributed to the "Pure Country" soundtrack album becoming the most successful album of George Strait's career, having sold over six million copies.
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Uninterrupted Billboard streak"Oh Me, Oh My, Sweet Baby" was one of the 13 songs which helped George Strait in setting an American record of having a Top 10 hit every year for over three decades.
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Easy-listening AppealThe song is often noted for its melodious tune, soft country rhythm, and Strait's soothing vocals, making it a popular choice among easy-listening and country music lovers.
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