On April 13, 1982, the legendary George Strait recorded "Amarillo by Morning," which became one of his 60 number-one hits. The song was first released nearly ten years earlier by Terry Stafford, but George took it to new heights. It is Certified 3x Platinum, selling over 3,000,000 units. Watch Scotty Alexander cover "Amarillo by Morning." | Country Music Nation

George Strait - Amarillo By Morning --- Ah, yes, Amarillo by Morning, a true gem from the vast treasure trove of country music. Released in 1983 by the legendary George Strait, this song transcended its origins as a cover and became a signature tune for the King of Country himself. But Amarillo by Morning‘s story stretches back a decade before Strait’s masterful rendition. Originally penned by Terry Stafford and Paul Fraser in the early 1970s, the song’s intended purpose was quite different. Sta

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