About the song
Give It Away – George Strait’s Heartbreaking Country Classic
Give It Away is one of George Strait’s most powerful and emotional songs. Released in 2006 as the lead single from his album It Just Comes Natural, the song quickly became a No. 1 hit on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. It also won the Single of the Year award at the Country Music Association Awards and the Academy of Country Music Awards, proving its impact on fans and critics alike. With its heartbreaking story and Strait’s signature smooth vocals, Give It Away remains one of his most memorable songs.
The song tells the story of a man whose marriage has ended. As he watches his wife pack up their home, he realizes that she has no interest in keeping anything from their life together. She tells him to “Give it away”, showing that she has completely moved on. The lyrics capture the deep pain of loss, as he struggles to understand how love that once meant everything could disappear so easily. The spoken-word verses, a rare style for George Strait, add to the raw emotion of the song, making it feel even more personal.
Musically, Give It Away blends traditional country sounds with a modern touch. The slow, steady rhythm and soft steel guitar create a sorrowful mood that perfectly matches the song’s theme. Strait’s heartfelt delivery makes every word feel real, allowing listeners to connect with the pain and sadness in the lyrics.
As one of George Strait’s biggest hits, Give It Away continues to be a favorite among country music fans. It is a song that speaks to the reality of heartbreak and the difficulty of letting go. With its timeless message and unforgettable melody, it stands as a testament to Strait’s talent as one of country music’s greatest storytellers.
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Lyrics
She was stormin’ through the house that day
And I could tell she was leavin’
And I thought, “Aw, she’ll be back”
‘Til she turned around and pointed at the wall and said
“That picture from our honeymoon
That night in ‘Frisco Bay
Just give it away”
She said, “Give it away”
“And that big four poster king sized bed
Where so much love was made
Just give it away”
She said, “Just give it away”
Just give it away
There ain’t nothing in this house worth fightin’ over
Oh, and we’re both tired of fightin’ anyway
So just give it away
So I tried to move on
But I found that each woman I held
Just reminded me of that day, hmm
When that front door swung wide open
She flung her diamond ring
Said, “Give it away
Just give it away”
And I said, “Now honey
Don’t you even want your half of everything?”
She said, “Give it away
Just give it away”
Just give it away
There ain’t nothing in this house worth fightin’ over
Oh, and we’re both tired of fightin’ anyway
So just give it away
So, I’m still right here where she left me
Along with all the other things
She don’t care about anymore, hmm
Like that picture from our honeymoon
That night in ‘Frisco Bay
She said, “Give it away”
Well, I can’t give it away
That big four poster king sized bed
Where all our love was made
She said, “Give it away”
Well, I can’t give it away
I’ve got a furnished house
A diamond ring
And a lonely, broken heart
Full of love
And I can’t even give it away
