Best of Strangers
Bill Anderson · The First 10 Years: 1956-1966 [2011]
Love is full of happiness
But love is full of dangers
The very best of sweethearts
And became the best of strangers.
I only knew that your two lips
Could kiss and whisper sweet
I never stopped to think
That those two lips could also cheat.
Your precious love was mine
At least that's what I told myself
Until I found you
In the arms of someone else.
I only saw the happiness
I overlooked the dangers
Until the best of sweethearts
Became the best of strangers.
And now they see us in the crowd
And think we've never met
Each time they introduce us
Makes it harder to forget.
But you keep on pretending
I'm somebody you don't know
I'm not the stranger
But the one who loves you so.
Love is full of happiness
But love is full of dangers
The very best of sweethearts
And became the best of strangers...
Best of Strangers
Bill Anderson's "Best of Strangers" stands as a quintessential example of his early country storytelling, capturing the quiet ache of unrequited love and the bittersweet nature of fleeting connections. Recorded during his prolific early period, the track exemplifies the honky-tonk and ballad styles that defined his career before he became a country music icon. Released on the compilation "The First 10 Years: 1956-1966 [2011]," the song showcases Anderson's signature ability to weave simple narratives with emotional depth, a hallmark that would characterize his discography for decades. The recording reflects the raw, acoustic-driven sound of the mid-1950s, where Anderson's voice carried the weight of his personal experiences and the broader cultural sentiment of the era. It remains a testament to his early mastery of the genre, offering listeners a glimpse into the roots of his enduring legacy in American country music.