About The Song
Released in 1985 on the Epic Records label, the song is the title track of Jones’ 45th studio album. Peaked at number three on the Hot Country Singles chart. Jones wrote the song with Troy Seals and Max D. Barnes, and it won a CMA Award for Video of the Year for its classic music video. Reflects on iconic figures of country music like Hank Williams, Johnny Cash, and Marty Robbins, highlighting their profound impact on the industry. Acknowledges the scarcity of singers capable of stirring deep emotions and imagines a world without them. Honors past country music stars while lamenting the future of the genre.