Released in 1982, Fool Hearted Memory was George Strait’s first number one hit on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. Written by Byron Hill and Blake Mevis, it tells of a man trapped by memories of lost love — a theme Strait made his signature. Featured in Clint Eastwood’s film Honkytonk Man, the song’s fiddle and steel guitar sound helped define the “New Traditionalist” movement and launched Strait as the steady hand of country music for decades to come. #country | Truck Stop Country

Today marks the anniversary of George Strait releasing his debut album! 🎶 Do you remember where you first heard one of his songs? Share your memories below and let's celebrate #StraitCountry together! Listen here: strm.to/StraitCountryFP | George Strait