Write This Down

George Strait · 50 Number Ones [MCA Nashville] [2004]

(Kent M. Robbins - Dana Hunt)



I never saw the end in sight, fools are kinda blind

Thought everything was going all right, but I was runnin' out of time

'Cause you have one foot out the door, I swear I didn't see

But if you'r really goin' away, heres some final words from me.



Chorus:

Baby write this down, take a little note

To remind you in case you didn't know

Tell yourself I love you and I don't want you to go

Write this down.



Take my words and read them everyday

Keep them close by, don't you let them fade away

So you'll remember what I forgot to say

Write this down.



--- Instrumental ---



I'll sign it at the bottom of the page, I'll swear under oath

'Cause every single word is true, and I think you need to know

So use it as a book mark, stick it on your frigerator door

Hang it in a picture frame up above the mantle where you can see it for sure.



Chorus:

Baby, write this down, take a little note

To remind you in case you didn't know

Tell yourself I love you and I don't want you to go

Write this down.



Take my words and read them everyday

Keep them close by, don't you let them fade away

So you'll remember what I forgot to say

Write this down.



You can find a chisel, I can find the stone

Folks'll be a-readin these words, long after we're gone.



Chorus:

Baby, write this down, take a little note

To remind you in case you didn't know

Tell yourself I love you and I don't want you to go

Write this down.



Take my words and read them everyday

Keep them close by, don't you let them fade away

So you'll remember what I forgot to say

Write this down.



Oh, I love you and I dont want you to go

Baby, write this down!...

Write This Down

George Strait's "Write This Down" stands as a quintessential example of his mastery of traditional country storytelling. Released on the landmark 2004 compilation "50 Number Ones," the track exemplifies the polished production and melodic clarity that defined his career at the turn of the millennium. The song features Strait's signature vocal delivery, characterized by its clear articulation and emotional restraint, delivering a narrative of longing and regret that resonated deeply with audiences. As a staple of his discography, the recording showcases his ability to blend classic country themes with contemporary radio-friendly arrangements, reinforcing his status as a leading figure in the genre during the 2000s.