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Who sang The Chair?

George Strait released the song The Chair. Date of release: 1985.

Release date: 1985

Duration: 02:51

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The meaning of the song 'The Chair ', based on the lyrics

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🎶 The Chair song analysis

The protagonist is in a café and notices an empty chair. He politely offers to share it, then asks if he can buy her a drink. He introduces himself and then offers to dance. He then admits that he lied about the chair because he wanted an excuse to talk to her. He then offers her a ride home.

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George Strait - Short Biography

George Harvey Strait Sr. is an iconic American country music singer, songwriter, actor and music producer. Dubbed the "King of Country Music" for his pioneering neotraditional country style, Strait is credited with sparking the neotraditional country movement in the 1980s. With his authentic cowboy image and decidedly rootsy sound, he is considered one of the most influential and popular artists of all time.

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George Strait released the single "The Chair" in August 1985. The song, written by Hank Cochran and Dean Dillon, was the first single from Strait's album Something Special. It reached number one on the country charts in the U.S. and Canada in 1985. In addition, CMT named "The Chair" as one of the top 100 country songs of all time, ranking #24 on the list. What sets "The Chair" apart from other songs is that it has no chorus, but the basic melody is repeated throughout the song.

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