“I Cross My Heart” is a country ballad written by Steve Dorff and Eric Kaz, and recorded by American country music artist George Strait. It was released in September 1992 as the first single from his album Pure Country, which is also the soundtrack to the movie of the same title. The song topped the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart for four weeks and was Billboard’s number-one country single of 1993. “I Cross My Heart” also reached number 12 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
The song is a beautiful and heartfelt expression of love and commitment. The singer promises to love his partner forever and always be there for them. He sings about how he will never let them down and how he will always be faithful.
“I Cross My Heart” was a major hit for George Strait. It won the Grammy Award for Best Country Song in 1994 and was also nominated for Song of the Year. The song was also a critical success, with many critics praising Strait’s vocals and Dorff and Kaz’s songwriting.
The song has been covered by many artists, including Reba McEntire, Alan Jackson, and Willie Nelson. It has also been featured in several films and television shows, including “The Notebook” and “Grey’s Anatomy.”
“I Cross My Heart” is a classic country ballad that has stood the test of time. It is a song about love, commitment, and the power of music.
Background and Recording
“I Cross My Heart” was written by Steve Dorff and Eric Kaz in 1991. Dorff and Kaz were inspired to write the song after seeing a couple in love. They wanted to write a song that would express the beauty and power of love.
Dorff and Kaz recorded the song themselves in 1991, but it was not released as a single until 1992. George Strait also recorded the song in 1992, and his version was released as the first single from his album Pure Country, which is also the soundtrack to the movie of the same title.
Strait’s version of “I Cross My Heart” was a major hit. It topped the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart for four weeks and was Billboard’s number-one country single of 1993. The song also reached number 12 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Personnel
- George Strait – vocals
- Steve Dorff – guitar
- Eric Kaz – guitar
- Ray Edenton – guitar
- Buddy Emmons – pedal steel guitar
- Bobby Thompson – banjo
- Jack Clement – bass
- Jerry Carrigan – drums
- Produced by Tony Brown
Legacy
“I Cross My Heart” is a classic country ballad that has stood the test of time. It is a song about love, commitment, and the power of music. The song has been covered by many artists, including Reba McEntire, Alan Jackson, and Willie Nelson. It has also been featured in several films and television shows, including “The Notebook” and “Grey’s Anatomy.”
In 2014, “I Cross My Heart” was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame. The song was recognized for its “cultural, historical, or aesthetic significance.”
“I Cross My Heart” is a beautiful and moving song that continues to touch the hearts of listeners. It is a reminder of the power of music to heal and to give hope.