George Strait - The Chair Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who wrote the song 'The Chair' by George Strait?

   'The Chair' was written by Hank Cochran and Dean Dillon.

2. When was 'The Chair' released?

   'The Chair' was released in August 1985 as the first single from George Strait's album 'Something Special.'

3. What is unique about the structure of 'The Chair'?

   'The Chair' is unique because it has no refrain or chorus. Only the basic melody repeats throughout the song, which sets it apart from most other songs.

4. How long did it take to write 'The Chair'?

   'The Chair' was completed in just twenty minutes at the end of a night-long songwriting binge by Hank Cochran and Dean Dillon.

5. What accolade did CMT give to 'The Chair'?

   'The Chair' was named by CMT as one of the Top 100 country songs of all time, ranking at number 24 on that list.

6. How did critics respond to George Strait's performance of 'The Chair'?

   Kevin John Coyne of Country Universe gave the song an A grade, praising Strait's delivery and noting that the song remains fresh and interesting even after knowing the twist at the end.