About the song
Let’s take a trip down memory lane with the classic country hit “Check Yes or No” by the legendary George Strait. Written by Dana Hunt and Danny Wells, this charming love song captures the innocence and simplicity of childhood romance.
Featured on George Strait’s album “Strait Out of the Box” in 1995, “Check Yes or No” quickly became a fan favorite and a staple on country radio. It soared to the top of the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, marking yet another chart-topping success for the King of Country Music.
With its catchy melody and relatable lyrics, “Check Yes or No” resonated with audiences of all ages, evoking nostalgia for the days of passing notes in school and first crushes. George Strait’s smooth vocals and genuine delivery added to the song’s appeal, making it a timeless classic in his extensive discography.
Decades after its release, “Check Yes or No” remains a beloved favorite among country music fans, earning recognition as one of George Strait’s signature songs. Its enduring popularity is a testament to its universal themes of young love and the innocence of youth.
So, whether you’re reminiscing about your own schoolyard crushes or simply appreciating the timeless charm of a well-crafted country tune, let George Strait’s “Check Yes or No” whisk you away on a journey through the sweet memories of days gone by. With its irresistible melody and heartfelt lyrics, this song is sure to tug at your heartstrings and leave you longing for simpler times.
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Lyrics
It started way back in third grade
I used to sit beside Emmylou Hayes
A pink dress, a matching bow in her ponytail
She kissed me on the school bus but told me not to tell
Next day I chased her ’round the playground
‘Cross the monkey bars to the merry-go-round
And Emmylou got caught passing me a note
Before the teacher took it I read what she wrote
“Do you love me? Do you wanna be my friend?
And if you do
Well then don’t be afraid to take me by the hand
If you want to
I think this is how love goes
Check yes or no”
Now we’re grown up and she’s my wife
Still like two kids with stars in our eyes
Ain’t much changed, I still chase Emmylou
Up and down the hall, around the bed in our room
Last night I took her out in a white limousine
Twenty years together she still gets to me
Can’t believe it’s been that long ago
When we got started with just a little note
“Do you love me? Do you wanna be my friend?
And if you do
Well then don’t be afraid to take me by the hand
If you want to
I think this is how love goes
Check yes or no”
“Do you love me? Do you wanna be my friend?
And if you do
Well then don’t be afraid to take me by the hand
If you want to
I think this is how love goes
Check yes or no”
Check yes or no
Check yes or no
Check yes or no
Check yes or no