Reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart on April 1, 1989.
A man is stunned by his partner's sudden departure. George Strait - Babys Gotten Good At Goodbye
The track is a poignant reflection on heartbreak and emotional detachment. Reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country
Songwriter Tony Martin conceptualized the idea while driving a truck with no radio, entertaining himself by coming up with the opening line: "What a rotten day this turned out to be" . Songwriter Tony Martin conceptualized the idea while driving
Neotraditional country featuring smooth vocals, pedal steel guitar , and acoustic arrangements. Behind the Song Songwriters: Written by Tony Martin and Troy Martin.
Unlike previous breakups, she leaves without crying or hesitation, signaling she has "mastered" the art of leaving.
It was Strait's 16th number one hit, part of his record-setting 60 number ones across various charts. Song Meaning and Lyrics