“Troubadour”—a song that’s pure country gold. Written by the talented Leslie Satcher and Monty Holmes, this gem was brought to life by none other than the King of Country himself, George Strait. Released in 2008 as the second single from his Troubadour album, it quickly cemented its place in country music history.
The song didn’t just climb the charts—it dominated them, becoming Strait’s 79th Top Ten hit on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart. That’s the kind of legendary status only George Strait can achieve. It even earned him a nomination for Best Male Country Vocal Performance at the 2009 Grammy Awards—because when George sings, the world listens.
And speaking of legends, the 2008 CMA Awards were a night to remember. Hosted by the dynamic duo of Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood—two of the best to ever do it—the show had no shortage of star power. But the real magic happened when they introduced The King and The GOAT himself.
Relive that unforgettable performance here:
