About the song
“Carrying Your Love with Me,” George Strait’s seventeenth studio album, released in 1997 under MCA Nashville, stands as a quintessential work in his illustrious country music career. The album marked another successful chapter for Strait, yielding multiple chart-topping singles and achieving significant commercial acclaim.
The album features a robust lineup of singles that resonated deeply with audiences. “One Night at a Time,” co-written by Eddie Kilgallon of Ricochet fame, served as the lead single and swiftly ascended to Number One on the Billboard country charts. Following its success, the title track “Carrying Your Love with Me” continued the album’s winning streak, also reaching the top spot. The poignant ballad “Today My World Slipped Away,” originally by Vern Gosdin, further solidified the album’s impact, peaking at Number 3. Additionally, “Round About Way,” another standout track, achieved Number One status, showcasing Strait’s enduring ability to connect with listeners through his distinct blend of traditional country and heartfelt storytelling.
Critically acclaimed and commercially successful, “Carrying Your Love with Me” exemplifies George Strait’s ability to deliver timeless country music. The album’s recognition extended to the prestigious Grammy Awards, where it earned a nomination for Best Country Album in 1998, highlighting its artistic merit and enduring popularity.
The album’s title track remains a staple in Strait’s repertoire, celebrated for its emotive lyrics and Strait’s soulful delivery. With its rich instrumentation and evocative melodies, “Carrying Your Love with Me” captures the essence of enduring love and emotional resonance, resonating deeply with fans across generations.
Certified 3× Multi-Platinum by the RIAA for shipping three million copies in the United States, “Carrying Your Love with Me” underscores George Strait’s status as a cornerstone of country music. Its enduring popularity and critical acclaim affirm its place as a cherished classic in Strait’s discography, showcasing his unparalleled ability to evoke heartfelt emotions and capture the essence of authentic country storytelling.
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Lyrics
Baby all I got’s this beat up leather bag
And everything I own don’t fill up half
But don’t you worry ’bout the way I pack
All I care about is gettin’ back real soon
A goodbye kiss is all I need from you
‘Cause I’m carryin’ your love with me
West Virginia down to Tennessee
I’ll be movin’ with the good Lord’s speed
Carryin’ your love with me
It’s my strength for holdin’ on
Every minute that I have to be gone
I’ll have everything I’ll ever need
I’m carryin’ your love with me
On a lonely highway stuck out in the rain
Darlin’ all I have to do is speak your name
The clouds roll back and the waters part
The sun starts shinin’ in my heart for you
You’re right there in everything I do
‘Cause I’m carryin’ your love with me
West Virginia down to Tennesse
I’ll be movin’ with the good Lord’s speed
Carryin’ your love with me
It’s my strength for holdin’ on
Every minute that I have to be gone
I’ll have everything I’ll ever need
I’m carryin’ your love with me
It’s my strength for holdin’ on
Every minute that I have to be gone
I’ll have everything I’ll ever need
I’m carryin’ your love with me
I’m carryin’ your love with me
I’m carryin’ your love with me
West Virginia down to Tennessee
I’ll be movin’ with the good Lord’s speed
Carrying’ your love with me