Why George Strait NEVER Became a Member of the Grand Ole Opry

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  • Опубліковано 14 бер 2023
  • One of the anomalies in Country music is "The King" George Strait is not a member of the Grand Ole Opry, and he has barely even stepped foot into the famous Opry house. Rumors have circulated through the years as to why George Strait has never been a member of the Grand Ole Opry, but it may not be as complicated as most fans think. This video details the real reason why George Strait is not a member of the Grand Ole Opry.
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  • @jameslowery7557
    @jameslowery7557 Рік тому +1445

    George Strait has remained faithful to country music. I can't say the same for the Grand Ole Opry.

    • @ACTblessed
      @ACTblessed Рік тому +65

      Exactly! Thank you! Finally, somebody who gets it and shares my view, which just happens to be the TRUTH! I'm a big fan of country, but I can't tell you any of the current top ten people, songs, etc. I tried to watch the Opry recently to share it with my young daughter. I was a little younger than she when I had the privilege of being backstage at the Opry, visiting Opry land Hotel, & getting to be in the audience for a show. I recall being aware of the history, despite my youth. My uncle sang back up with the likes of the late, great Dottie West and Martha Carson, the latter whom I thought was like a great aunt. I actually cried & had to turn off the TV because I'm not sure what those folks were singing, but it sure wasn't country music! Furthermore, I don't know who's in charge of the Opry now, but how DARE you put the circus acts in the circle where Aunt Martha, Patsy, Minnie, George, Roy, and Johnny all stood. The circle has been broken.

    • @jeffreymartin1892
      @jeffreymartin1892 Рік тому +21

      Totally agree.

    • @marksc1929
      @marksc1929 Рік тому +27

      Yes .. so has Willie , who resigned his GOO membership 👍🏻👍🏻

    • @TN-Vols-Fan
      @TN-Vols-Fan Рік тому +38

      I agree 100%. It's not country music anymore.

    • @g0ldensample21
      @g0ldensample21 Рік тому +25

      His name speaks for itself, and he needs no introduction.

  • @desertrat6114
    @desertrat6114 Рік тому +620

    This is a far greater loss for the Grand Ole Opry than it is for George Strait. He is one of the greatest to ever sing a country song, and he has remained true to the genre throughout his career.

    • @repentandbelieveinJesusChrist3
      @repentandbelieveinJesusChrist3 Рік тому +2

      Repent to Jesus Christ “just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.””
      ‭‭Matthew‬ ‭20‬:‭28‬ ‭NIV‬‬
      h

    • @roydelport4997
      @roydelport4997 Рік тому +4

      Youre strait out right

    • @texangirl
      @texangirl Рік тому +3

      @Desert Rat - So true!!!

    • @user-le4vz9yx6f
      @user-le4vz9yx6f 11 місяців тому +5

      He is a great entertainer beautiful voice smile personality connection with his fans generous to soldiers great actor handsome Texas gentleman ❤❤❤❤❤❤

    • @azurestarton
      @azurestarton Місяць тому +1

      This article is not about him. Yes Jesus is important and he does matter,yet this is not related to this at all. This comment is off topic.

  • @wrkndude1
    @wrkndude1 Рік тому +83

    I don’t think George is losing sleep over it

  • @ArchMania16
    @ArchMania16 Рік тому +41

    The common thread throughout George Straits career has been his faithfulness to his roots. He never sold out to the machine.

  • @BirdieSenpai
    @BirdieSenpai Рік тому +200

    Like George and Alan sang, "They got away with murder down on Music Row."

    • @bobfoster687
      @bobfoster687 Рік тому +5

      !!!!!

    • @danoc51
      @danoc51 Рік тому +8

      Yes, that song has made me wonder how closely intertwined the Opry is with the business end of Nashville music.

    • @jacobcobb9960
      @jacobcobb9960 Рік тому +3

      ​@@danoc51 the current Opry House shares its parking lot with a shopping mall......it's 100% part of the business end.

    • @muffs55mercury61
      @muffs55mercury61 Рік тому +1

      Right on !

    • @MumsyMaeBear2
      @MumsyMaeBear2 3 місяці тому +2

      I’m going to give a listen.

  • @doyleshaw3063
    @doyleshaw3063 Рік тому +25

    As a fellow Texan I have more respect for George now knowing he stayed true to his country roots and did it his way.

  • @twinriverc
    @twinriverc 8 місяців тому +23

    Long live the King of Country.
    Staying true to real values.
    Nashville can kiss his boots.
    He is the greatest singer and performer hands down.

  • @thomasallen3818
    @thomasallen3818 Рік тому +498

    George doesn’t need the Opry, it’s the other way around. But with the direction that the current country music genre is taking, I don’t know why any real country music entertainer would want to go down that rabbit hole. Nashville has changed way too much for most true country music fans.

    • @PAUL-pz3rz
      @PAUL-pz3rz Рік тому +10

      Spot on Thomas!

    • @edsullivan821
      @edsullivan821 Рік тому +5

      Like

    • @cecils3357
      @cecils3357 Рік тому +7

      Yeah, Thomas, I'd like to see the small few of these new ones that are real good continue to make country music, but if Nashville has their way, they'll find a way to screw it up.

    • @snakeinthegrak8969
      @snakeinthegrak8969 Рік тому

      Lol.... F Nashville. Nothing from there today represents actual "country."

    • @smithanvil-yb7xl
      @smithanvil-yb7xl Рік тому +3

      Is that because a gay black man dressed up like a cowboy and made a country rap song? Rascal Flats was really the step too far.

  • @JJohnston4Life
    @JJohnston4Life Рік тому +16

    I saw George Strait at the Opry for Loretta Lynn's memorial. So, yes, he has played inside the circle and it is available on UA-cam.

  • @melissa7941
    @melissa7941 Рік тому +838

    He is the king of country music. He needs no circle. He is the circle!

  • @ladybug8275
    @ladybug8275 Рік тому +190

    Thank you George for keeping country real country/ blessings to you and your family 🌷🙏

    • @georgestrait9275
      @georgestrait9275 Рік тому +1

      Thanks for your continuous love and support lady ❤️

    • @georgestrait9275
      @georgestrait9275 Рік тому +1

      How long have you been a great fan of mine?

    • @ladybug8275
      @ladybug8275 Рік тому +1

      @George Strait At least 30 years I've loved you , so appreciate your true country music 🎶, will always remember you blessings to you and your family, have a nice day and smile always 😊 a fan forever 🌷🤠♥️🙏

    • @georgestrait9275
      @georgestrait9275 Рік тому +1

      @@ladybug8275 Thank you so much lady bug ❤️
      Your support is what
      keeps me going, so in return I've decided to give something back to my fans by setting up an interactive community and I would love you to join. It will make me happy. Write to me directly on my Gmail that you see on my Channel description

    • @marieherrington5271
      @marieherrington5271 4 місяці тому

      @@georgestrait9275 I'm going to delete this soon as you read it. I'm aware my opinion doesn't matter at all. You lost me. It's ok because I was of no value to you. You are losing others that will be. Stop the public talking the other people are doing on your behalf. It's cheap. Doesn't represent who you are at all. You are THE KING OF COUNTRY. START ACTING LIKE IT. GET RID OF THOSE PEOPLE THAT ARE DISRESPECTING YOU TODAY.

  • @malindaturnage3439
    @malindaturnage3439 Рік тому +228

    I appreciate George Strait and all his decades of true, authentic country music. He chose not to join the Grand Ole Opry for one reason, it was told you had to appear a certain amount if times live there every year. George stated that he lived in Texas and could not meet that requirement with his home being in Texas, as well as his massively busy touring schedule at the time. I respect t him for that decision. I have seen George over 10 times in concert, and he never disappoints me. I miss seeing him in concert as he doesnt tour as extensively as before, but I do respect his decision to do so for his own health. He is a true country gentleman, and he is keeping it real. God bless you, George, and keep on being you. That is perfect for your true fans. It is the Grand Ole Opry's loss, in my opinion.

    • @repentandbelieveinJesusChrist3
      @repentandbelieveinJesusChrist3 Рік тому +1

      Repent to Jesus Christ “just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.””
      ‭‭Matthew‬ ‭20‬:‭28‬ ‭NIV‬‬
      J

    • @R.KennethPope
      @R.KennethPope Рік тому +1

      @@repentandbelieveinJesusChrist3 Might as well pray to Santa, the Easter Bunny, the Tooth Fairy, or a Leprechaun. You would get the same result.

    • @GeorgeStraitmainpage
      @GeorgeStraitmainpage Рік тому +1

      Hello there . Thanks for the support

    • @GeorgeStraitmainpage
      @GeorgeStraitmainpage Рік тому +1

      How long have you been a fan ?

    • @mrspaulb3889
      @mrspaulb3889 Рік тому +2

      You’re not fooling anyone, hon. George Strait does not use social media AT ALL and has said so in interviews. You should be yourself instead of trying to impersonate someone else.

  • @patriciablair9377
    @patriciablair9377 Рік тому +72

    George is Texan and WE are his CIRCLE ❤

    • @muffs55mercury61
      @muffs55mercury61 Рік тому +4

      Yes his heart is at home and not the status quo in Nashville and at the Opry. I'll take Texas over that any day.

    • @michaelelliott3209
      @michaelelliott3209 3 місяці тому

      Are we?

    • @LakerChava63
      @LakerChava63 9 днів тому

      @@michaelelliott3209 ...of course we are...what kind of question was that?

  • @pamelacole9897
    @pamelacole9897 Рік тому +130

    George Strait has been a pioneer of country music. He's a great person and holds true to his roots.

    • @thomasroo5417
      @thomasroo5417 Рік тому +3

      Not sure about "pioneer," but his songs are definitely better than what we have now

    • @GeorgeStraitmainpage
      @GeorgeStraitmainpage Рік тому

      Hello there . Thanks for the support

    • @GeorgeStraitmainpage
      @GeorgeStraitmainpage Рік тому

      How long have you been a fan ?

    • @maconescotland8996
      @maconescotland8996 Рік тому

      Hardly a pioneer. I was given his debut album back in 1981 as a gift. Now have them all.

    • @thefreese1
      @thefreese1 Рік тому +1

      He was good at keeping country, country... But far far from a Pioneer... Those titles go to George Jones , Conway Twitty ,Porter Wagoner.. and even others before them ... Straight didn't even become popular until the 80s ...thats almost 50 years after it started ... The biggest Pioneer was Hank Williams Sr.

  • @jerryw4471
    @jerryw4471 Рік тому +80

    Maybe it is because he does not have a relationship with his fans. He was only able to draw 100,000+ fans to his Cowboy Rides Away concert at Cowboys Stadium. This was the largest attendance ever for an indoor concert. It took around 2 hours to sell out Cowboys Stadium. George has 60 number 1 hits which is most by any musician ever. George is a great family man and music King in Texas!

    • @chrisforet
      @chrisforet Рік тому

      yeeyee

    • @pjj9491
      @pjj9491 Рік тому +6

      Fix the not...he does have a relationship w his fans😂

    • @trwent
      @trwent Рік тому

      What does being a "family man" have to do with anything?

    • @dnews9519
      @dnews9519 11 місяців тому +1

      Bob Wills is still the King son. 😁

  • @guitarhillbilly1482
    @guitarhillbilly1482 Рік тому +182

    2 other GREAT legends were not members of the Opry. That would be Buck Owens and Merle Haggard. These 2 guys with a few others are credited with creating the " Bakersfield Sound" and their great careers stand on their own without being Opry members. Nashville also has a "Good Ol' Boy Network" and they were not happy that Buck and Merle cranked out Number 1 Hits while bypassing their System.

    • @DesireeH
      @DesireeH Рік тому +5

      Bakersfield here lol yep

    • @phil-1115
      @phil-1115 Рік тому +10

      Waylon Jennings was not a member either. That is all I need to know.

    • @markthompson7503
      @markthompson7503 Рік тому +9

      Bakersfield for life! Nashville isn't needed and they hate that...look at Luke Combs and other stars today that had to make their own albums with no help from big wigs in Nashville. The Bucks and Merles are still out there being outlaws of country and country is better for it.

    • @woodywhitten1579
      @woodywhitten1579 Рік тому +10

      Conway Twitty was not a member either!

    • @muffs55mercury61
      @muffs55mercury61 Рік тому +10

      They were legends. Thank you for mentioning Merle and Buck.

  • @sjfanning7711
    @sjfanning7711 Рік тому +68

    Texas loyalty comes before being available for half an entire year’s weekends at the Opry. GS is the King and everyone knows it. No Opry needed.

    • @lisayouse3502
      @lisayouse3502 Рік тому +4

      Absolutely! Right on!!!

    • @tamaraquintero7815
      @tamaraquintero7815 Рік тому +1

      No residence is needed in my book for him to live in Tennessee just to be on the Opry list. He has some great music and something that no matter if it's a little bit or a lot I always enjoy listening to.

    • @delores1886
      @delores1886 Рік тому

      👏👏👏👏👏💞😘🤠

    • @michaelelliott3209
      @michaelelliott3209 3 місяці тому

      Roy Acuff is the king of country music!

  • @denmar355
    @denmar355 Рік тому +74

    Good for George. No reason to bow to the Opry management when you’re already super popular and wealthy from your music career. I respect him.

  • @guitarhillbilly1482
    @guitarhillbilly1482 Рік тому +50

    George and Alan Jackson did a duet together called " Murder on Music Row" which talks about the current condition of Nashville Music. It is worth a listen.

    • @jshepard152
      @jshepard152 Рік тому +6

      Yeah, and that was almost 25 years ago.

    • @boogitybear2283
      @boogitybear2283 Рік тому

      I hate Nashville so bad and I’m originally from there. Most overrated city in America.

    • @jonathonruple3297
      @jonathonruple3297 Рік тому +1

      ​@@jshepard152 the song was a bit of a cover yet today it holds just as true today as it did the year it was recorded/released

    • @annstewart1983
      @annstewart1983 Рік тому +1

      It’s all true, these newbies are about as country as the Pope

    • @4kidties
      @4kidties 11 місяців тому

      I just heard it and it is AWESOME!

  • @bryfire79
    @bryfire79 11 місяців тому +9

    Brings a whole new meaning to “Opry music on a Saturday night, brings a smile to your face and a tear to your eye. Sing a song about the Heartland. The only place I feel at home.” 🤔 King George doesn’t need the Opry. The Opry needs him. 😁

  • @ericcory2469
    @ericcory2469 Рік тому +26

    He holds the honor of giving us one of the finest examples of great acting that the world has ever seen.

    • @annsmith8948
      @annsmith8948 Рік тому +2

      You're talking about his movie 🎥 Pure Country of course.

    • @rosemarysinclair814
      @rosemarysinclair814 Рік тому +2

      You can't beat that movie . he makes country music.they didn't make him he is a real singer and true man.rosie

    • @Georgestrait21021
      @Georgestrait21021 Рік тому +1

      @@rosemarysinclair814 Thank you for love and support

  • @user-lk9jk1pd5b
    @user-lk9jk1pd5b Рік тому +10

    He has said many times that he will stick with traditional country music and that the people in Nashville sold their souls to anything that brought sales. I agree with him and have much respect for not jumping on that train .

  • @venomvenom110
    @venomvenom110 Рік тому +90

    George Strait doesn't need the Grand Ole Opry to be famous, he's the icon of country music.

    • @lindatimmons3675
      @lindatimmons3675 11 місяців тому +1

      He is as all of the others are dead except Dolly

  • @pattyrice2683
    @pattyrice2683 Рік тому +118

    George strait is one of the best country singers there is I've seen them in concert like five times

    • @4kidties
      @4kidties Рік тому +3

      He is his own man and that is partly why we love him!

    • @trwent
      @trwent Рік тому

      Them?

    • @pattyrice2683
      @pattyrice2683 Рік тому

      @George strait I was a young teenager when I went to your first concert that's been a long time ago

    • @pattyrice2683
      @pattyrice2683 8 місяців тому

      @@RickSpringfield651 yes I love George strait I love all his music and you are so welcome

    • @pattyrice2683
      @pattyrice2683 8 місяців тому

      @@RickSpringfield651 Kentucky hon and you

  • @sheajane7669
    @sheajane7669 Рік тому +74

    George Strait is the King of Country. I've loved his music for decades. I think he should do what he feels is best for his life. God bless him and his family.

    • @davidblake4716
      @davidblake4716 Рік тому +6

      As a Latino listening to country music as a teen he is the one who started me listening to country he doesn't need the opry house

    • @bpproductions2621
      @bpproductions2621 Рік тому

      What, not even close. He sucks..

    • @GeorgeStrait-yp1uz
      @GeorgeStrait-yp1uz 11 місяців тому +1

      Hello fans thanks for your efforts and support

  • @michelleflannery4377
    @michelleflannery4377 Рік тому +19

    Hes the king of country music and stays true to himself I respect him so much ❤️❤️🎵🎵🎵🤗

    • @GeorgeStrait-yp1uz
      @GeorgeStrait-yp1uz 11 місяців тому

      Hello fans I really appreciate your effort and support in my musical career

    • @Georgestrait244
      @Georgestrait244 9 місяців тому

      Thanks a lot dear for choosing to listen to my music. I really appreciate you.

  • @FredHerrman
    @FredHerrman Рік тому +19

    He is SUCH a stellar performer and singer, nothing else matters to me but hearing his great music.

  • @AmericanAbsolute
    @AmericanAbsolute Рік тому +148

    George Strait pure county, more than the movie or any words can come close to explaining what George Strait is to Country Music and all of us fans..
    He is not a slave to the industry, never was never will be..🤠👍

    • @delores1886
      @delores1886 Рік тому +7

      AMEN MY COWBOY!
      😘🥰🤠💞

    • @delores1886
      @delores1886 Рік тому +6

      George Strait doesn’t need to explain to anyone. All you have is to say his name and the world goes Crazy. He has earned ever Thing that he has. He really is the Country Gentleman and the Entertainer of Decade. The Ultimate Entertainer until some one beats all of his records.🤩😍🤩🤠😘💞

    • @michaelterry4394
      @michaelterry4394 Рік тому +4

      Grand Ole Oprey has some obvious unrealistic demands enough said. Go George your the Boss,

    • @KrystalessR
      @KrystalessR Рік тому

      ​@@michaelterry4394 I mean somehow Reba McEntire has managed to stay as part of the Opry. Through albums, tours, Broadway, multiple TV series and movies. Just seems like something George didn't care about.

  • @frankssandrie3051
    @frankssandrie3051 Рік тому +88

    George strait is great no matter where he's been or going ..still great

  • @dammitmandy1166
    @dammitmandy1166 Рік тому +41

    It shows that accolades don’t matter to him. His music speaks for itself. He spends those 26 weeks with his family.. He doesn’t need to be in a club to know he is great …and i’d never given up my residency in Texas to be a member of a club. He had his own club. GSTRC….

    • @waltershoults8803
      @waltershoults8803 Рік тому +3

      He remained true to country music and not the OPRY . The OPRY isn’t country music nor does it define country music.

  • @timchance6110
    @timchance6110 Рік тому +12

    George recently played at the Opry for Loretta Lynn's memorial also. He performed "Don't Come Home Drinkin'"

  • @maryperrysmith5815
    @maryperrysmith5815 Рік тому +57

    I absolutely love his music

    • @GeorgeStrait-yp1uz
      @GeorgeStrait-yp1uz 11 місяців тому +2

      Hello fans thanks for your love and support

    • @GeorgeStrait-yp1uz
      @GeorgeStrait-yp1uz 11 місяців тому

      Mary can you just reply immediately you see this I have something to share with my fans

  • @CenterPorchNP
    @CenterPorchNP Рік тому +8

    The Opry needs the KING more than he needs the Opry. Always has and always will be the picture beside the wording of Country Music in any musical encyclopedia. He is the standard.

  • @dianagomez1481
    @dianagomez1481 Рік тому +7

    Loving George Strait songs all day long

    • @GeorgeStrait-yp1uz
      @GeorgeStrait-yp1uz 11 місяців тому

      Thank you so much for your support and love may the lord bless you

    • @Georgestrait244
      @Georgestrait244 9 місяців тому

      Thanks a lot dear for choosing to listen to my music. I really appreciate you.

  • @the45er
    @the45er Рік тому +25

    George Strait is my favorite country singer for one reason: his absolute devotion to his wife for over 50 years. He refused to kiss his co-star in the movie Pure Country for this reason.His songs and talent are great, but when you think of entertainers like him and the "opportunities" they've had to cheat on their wives, when they don't, it's special. The GOA can pound sand for all I care!

    • @annsmith8948
      @annsmith8948 Рік тому +7

      Didn't know he wouldn't kiss his co-star. I really respect him for that! True classy gentleman. Very lucky wife.

  • @lindawalters1836
    @lindawalters1836 Рік тому +79

    I've seen George in concert 4 times. He's one class act.

    • @GeorgeStrait-yp1uz
      @GeorgeStrait-yp1uz 11 місяців тому

      Hello fans thanks for your love and support may God bless you

  • @marymiles362
    @marymiles362 Рік тому +36

    George doesn't have to be a member of the Grand Ole Opry to make him King of country music. He has such a huge fan base,hit songs,and awards that to him I guess it doesn't bother him. So why should we care. George us all country music thru and thru,he will never change. So I don't think 🤔 it is bothering George too much. George is A GREAT COUNTRY STAR NO MATTER HOW YOU LOOK AT IT. 👌 H from Canada 🇨🇦

    • @GeorgeStrait-yp1uz
      @GeorgeStrait-yp1uz 11 місяців тому

      Hello fans thanks for the love and support. God bless you

    • @marymiles362
      @marymiles362 11 місяців тому +1

      @GeorgeStrait-yp1uz YOU are very welcome George, I will always support you and your music 🎶 you are the best 👌 in Country Music,that is why they call you KING GEORGE. 🤴 ALL the best George from Canada 🇨🇦

    • @GeorgeStrait-yp1uz
      @GeorgeStrait-yp1uz 11 місяців тому

      Everyone of my fans are important to me and if you know me , you'd know that i don't see my self any different from an ordinary man, i was once a dot in the woman world before fame so i promised myself that i won't let my status get into my head. Because, to put it blatantly, we all shit the same way. Can I have your gmail so I can text you private where I can reply messages myself

    • @marymiles362
      @marymiles362 4 місяці тому

      @GeorgeStraitmusic241 Thankyou George for your reply,I am a very dedicated fan from Woodstock Ontario, Canada 🇨🇦 😀 YOU are Country Star thru and thru George,can't say the same for Grand Ole Opry, many need to follow you George,and get with the program. 👍🇨🇦🫶

  • @dpw9768
    @dpw9768 Рік тому +34

    A true legend. Total country, gentlemen wish we had more of em

  • @starpartyguy5605
    @starpartyguy5605 Рік тому +18

    I was born in South Philadelphia surrounded by rock stations. My father listened exclusively to jazz. My grandfather played bass fiddle in a band for a few bucks a week in the 50's. There were no country stations in Philly. I didn't even know what country was back in my teens. Then we moved to Lancaster, Pa. I was exposed to Don Williams, Willie, Johnny, and so many others. Now I listen to country and 70-90's rock. But truthfully, there are not many acts I listen to in the modern country arena. But I love Chris Stapleton, Ashley McBride, Miranda, and so many more. But if George Strait is playing. I stop whatever I'm doing and just enjoy!

    • @bettyjones113
      @bettyjones113 4 місяці тому +1

      Waylon

    • @lynettehunt6058
      @lynettehunt6058 4 місяці тому

      George is the very best country singer love him ❤

    • @SuzyQ1956
      @SuzyQ1956 3 місяці тому

      @@bettyjones113
      And George Jones ❤

  • @tejanochris
    @tejanochris Рік тому +20

    Going to a Country Concert nowadays is like going to a rock concert. It almost sounds the same. George Strait has kept it pure country and enjoyable.

    • @SuzyQ1956
      @SuzyQ1956 3 місяці тому

      Thank goodness, he has and Alan Jackson, sometimes I hear a so called country song and just think y’all haven’t a clue.
      I think about George Jones, he saw it coming years ago when he said Who’s Gonna Fill their shoes. He was right.

  • @virginiaburnsed916
    @virginiaburnsed916 Рік тому +7

    I have high respect to George Strait he has stayed true to himself and his family!

    • @GeorgeStrait-yp1uz
      @GeorgeStrait-yp1uz 11 місяців тому

      Hello fans thanks for your love and support.God bless you

  • @sharisiragusa8271
    @sharisiragusa8271 Рік тому +19

    Just says, As nice as membership may be, you don't need a Grand Ole Opry membership to be successful....Good music, a Great voice and a Love for the fans has made George Strait a legend in country music and the number one country male vocalist in my eyes....

  • @donpettinger8079
    @donpettinger8079 11 місяців тому +5

    This is a loss for the Opry, not for George. George has remained true to his fans, and the roots of country music. More so than what can be said for the Grand Old Opry. I still listen to George Strait music weekly. I don't know the last time I thought about the Opry.

  • @diamondtbar9818
    @diamondtbar9818 Рік тому +19

    The King of Country Music does not need -- and never has needed -- the Grand Ol' Opry. They have ridiculous appearance and compliance rules that force performers to conform to them, and George is no conformer. Y'all can keep your "country" rockers over there in Nashville. We've got George Strait and that's one heck of an Ace in the Hole! God bless Texas!

  • @dorawoody
    @dorawoody Рік тому +24

    Love George Strait ❤🙏

    • @GeorgeStrait-yp1uz
      @GeorgeStrait-yp1uz 11 місяців тому +1

      Hello fans thanks so much for your support and love God bless you

  • @usatrooper5045
    @usatrooper5045 Рік тому +15

    George Strait and a number of very Great musicians and bands don't really need to be a member of the Rock and Roll hall of Fame, Opry or what have you, we know in our heart and mind how they have been a part of our lives and how much we have enjoyed them. George is one of the greatest legends in country music and will be forever. 🤪

  • @rosemarycarrasquillo7111
    @rosemarycarrasquillo7111 Рік тому +4

    He is the King of Country music. He doesn't need an invitation. The Grand Oly Opry need to have the King of Country.❤

    • @georgestrait9275
      @georgestrait9275 Рік тому +1

      Thanks for your continuous love and support,how long have you been a great fan of mine?

    • @rosemarycarrasquillo7111
      @rosemarycarrasquillo7111 Рік тому +1

      @@georgestrait9275
      Since I was in my teens. I heard your songs on the radio , when I would visit family members. I felt it calm my soul, since that time I was going through a stage of "boy crazy" . I love the song you sang in the movie. It was soothing. It also remind me what love is all about. Not all this trash of insulting a female or male. Your songs are God given gift to us all. God bless you!

    • @rosemarycarrasquillo7111
      @rosemarycarrasquillo7111 Рік тому

      @@georgestrait9275
      The movie was called Pure Country.
      I watched over and over again. Love the music 🎶. The part I like is when your eyes glades at a girl in the dance hall. In this movie no one knew you were a country singer superstar. Until they heard the smooth voice, and realized who you were. You even made the girls cry. Lol, just like the Beatles. That's what I like about the movie. Pure love. Your music Pure love. All from the heart ♥

    • @GeorgeStrait-yp1uz
      @GeorgeStrait-yp1uz 11 місяців тому

      Thanks for the love and support God bless you

  • @user-os3ri2xt4q
    @user-os3ri2xt4q Рік тому +7

    George Strait played on the Opry stage in March, 1991 on a Thursday night during the annual County Music Radio Seminar. I happened to be back stage at that concert and remember it well. Although it was not the Saturday night Grand Old Opry, he did play the Opry stage that night.

  • @deanlambert5002
    @deanlambert5002 Рік тому +51

    This is unbelievable. There's got to be something else. There are so many new artists who are already members, such as Luke Combs who is great, but only recently was a "best new artist." So, longevity does not appear to be important. If the Opry is a "Nashville Country Club," I am sure Strait doesn't give a hoot. It's the Opry's loss.

    • @glenndavis2762
      @glenndavis2762 Рік тому +6

      maybe George doesn't like the freemasonic club

    • @mikes.6751
      @mikes.6751 Рік тому

      I agree. Randell King too. Great country artist but hasn’t been around that long.

    • @BirdmansPlace
      @BirdmansPlace Рік тому

      There is no need to bash the Opry in this. I went there. They discussed the reason George did not join the Opry. And yes...it was HIS choice. It was because he didn't feel he could give them the time and effort to play as the requirements are. It's as simple as that. They discussed it, he didn't feel he could give them the time that was required, so he decided not to do it.

    • @judithryle2113
      @judithryle2113 Рік тому

      Luke combs stinks

    • @judithryle2113
      @judithryle2113 Рік тому

      George has boring songs. He is boring himself

  • @StephanieJPresley
    @StephanieJPresley Рік тому +17

    George Strait is King of Country music!

    • @GeorgeStrait-yp1uz
      @GeorgeStrait-yp1uz 11 місяців тому

      Hello fans thanks for your love and support God bless you

  • @sandiesmith9383
    @sandiesmith9383 Рік тому +2

    Who needs the Grand Ole Opry when you’re George Straight? He’s the best ever!!!❤

  • @danconner8264
    @danconner8264 Рік тому +13

    i would rather have tickets to a george strait concert than a life time of passes to the grand old opry.

  • @patriciacoxson3180
    @patriciacoxson3180 Рік тому +5

    Thats what say too. Why isn't a member of the Grand ole Opry he's been around along time i have seen George Strait in concert many times . Been your biggest fan ever since you started singing back in the 80s. Love 💘 hugs 🤗 ❤

  • @amywarnock2325
    @amywarnock2325 Рік тому +11

    Omg!!!! I never thought of that!!
    You have people that are not even country artists and HE ISNT in it!!

  • @waterlife.1905
    @waterlife.1905 11 місяців тому +2

    He is a renegade. He is pure country, and knows it doesn't take being recognized by any one but the listeners.

  • @sledge1960
    @sledge1960 Рік тому +5

    George Strait and his music will be remembered and performed for decades to come. The man and his music require no validation from the CMA, the people decide who they like not some corporate body of faceless nobodys.

  • @bettybersig9070
    @bettybersig9070 Рік тому +12

    Love me some George Strait music, wherever he's playing!!👍😁❤️🌹

  • @brianwebb1515
    @brianwebb1515 Рік тому +13

    Meanwhile there is a lot of people who shouldn’t be in, but King George doesn’t need to be in, he is in a class all by himself

  • @tpete1963
    @tpete1963 Рік тому +5

    George has been the epidemy of all performers EVER. Find me one legitimate complaint about him or his time in the limelight.... YOU CAN'T. This man is what allllll performers strive for.

  • @theresachiorazzi4571
    @theresachiorazzi4571 Рік тому +10

    George doesn’t need anybody he’s a giant in the country music industry. He’s a big star in his own right. He’s a good family man he’s got my respect. ❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @ninamartinez5171
    @ninamartinez5171 Рік тому +3

    Nothing changes the fact that George Straight is the king of country music ❤ to all God bless

  • @kennedydewitt3219
    @kennedydewitt3219 Рік тому +4

    George Strait is the undisputed King of Country Music Hands Down his fans and his music make him so ,and just an all around Great Man

    • @4kidties
      @4kidties 11 місяців тому

      HE Is the G O A T!

  • @mikerichards6311
    @mikerichards6311 Рік тому +6

    Good for George love him and his music stay true to yourself George your fans love you, hell I love country music and I never been to the grand old Opry👍👏🏻

  • @kathyblah
    @kathyblah Рік тому +6

    God Bless Texas and George Strait the King of Country Music. The Opry is no longer in the blessed church, their loss.

  • @dorawooten4298
    @dorawooten4298 Рік тому +13

    Love George Strait good music

  • @mikerobertson4041
    @mikerobertson4041 Рік тому +45

    Just my opinion, which like everyone else's, doesn't really amount to much, but the Opry is a Nashville club, not necessarily a country music club. It revolves around those who live in that area, and are willing to make the commitment. And we have seen newer artists who have been made members who don't come close to fitting the bill.
    George is a Texas guy, born and bred. He's not willing to commit to 26 dates/year, which I can understand. No one in country music today, or on the horizon, will come close to his accomplishments. He doesn't need the Opry, and that's fine.

    • @JohnSmith-zw8vp
      @JohnSmith-zw8vp Рік тому +1

      Travis Tritt's a member of the country club! Country music is what he loves!

  • @SiLaChaCha
    @SiLaChaCha 2 місяці тому +1

    I fell in love with him even more after watching Pure Country....I Cross My Heart💚

  • @cindywagner4623
    @cindywagner4623 Рік тому +11

    Apparently he doesn’t need to be a member. He’s wonderful.

  • @DianeMatsumoto-nr7xb
    @DianeMatsumoto-nr7xb Рік тому +4

    I love him he loves his Texas he is a real cowboy and and great singer he can do no wrong❤

    • @GeorgeStraitmainpage
      @GeorgeStraitmainpage Рік тому

      Hello there . Thanks for the support
      Where are you from ?

    • @GeorgeStrait-yp1uz
      @GeorgeStrait-yp1uz 11 місяців тому

      Hello fans thanks for your love and support God bless you

  • @donniehill5688
    @donniehill5688 Рік тому +6

    As much as I love seeing some of the artists at the Opry. I understand why so many artists are not members. It's hard enough to try and live a normal life just with the commitments he has on his own. He is very much a family man and loves spending time on his ranch,Raising top horses and horse events in his home state. God Bless You George.

    • @annsmith8948
      @annsmith8948 Рік тому

      @George Strait R you the real George Strait?

    • @donniehill5688
      @donniehill5688 Рік тому

      @George Strait Thank you George, I have tickets for your show at Nissan Stadium Sat July 29th and would enjoy meeting you.
      Thanks Again Donnie

    • @jerrys9274
      @jerrys9274 Рік тому

      ​@@annsmith8948 he is not the real George strait. If you click on his name, he just joined a week ago and only has a couple subscribers

  • @verlherriman7434
    @verlherriman7434 Рік тому +8

    He doesn't need the grand old opra he is the king of country music

  • @jeffamburgey7485
    @jeffamburgey7485 Рік тому +9

    There are 12 or 15 that are and will always be the best, I'll not list them and argue about it. I will say that any country great list that does not include Mr. George Strait, is an incomplete list, I still get chills listening to his incredible God given gift.

  • @kentstephenson8317
    @kentstephenson8317 Рік тому +7

    George Strait has never needed the opry. My wife and I dance to George Straits songs purty much every day, in the kitchen. 👍

  • @bryanwalther6210
    @bryanwalther6210 Рік тому +6

    The Opry isn't that much of an honor anymore. It's not where a legend like George Strait belongs. He has never changed, he plays and sings and he is the King of country music. Long-live the king. Grand Ole Opry, eat your heart out.

  • @rosshussey1723
    @rosshussey1723 11 місяців тому +5

    I always regret that my wife and I never got to see George Strait in concert. We have several of his CD's that we take with us on trips and vacations and play them religiously. He is "Pure Country". As far as the Grand Ole Opry is concerned in recent decades it has become more of a genre for young rock star wannabe's. We go on vacations in Tennessee but really have no desire to go to the Opry.

  • @jacksmith5705
    @jacksmith5705 Рік тому +5

    Ol’ George ain’t missing out on anything.

  • @David-yo5re
    @David-yo5re Рік тому +6

    The fact they invited Vince Neil to come on there and wheeze his way through two Motley Crue songs tells you exactly where the grand ole opry is headed.

  • @tennesseefiddlefoot6260
    @tennesseefiddlefoot6260 Рік тому +7

    When the "Nashville Sound " reared it's nasty head back whenever. The Mother Church went right along with it. Real country music (the classic kind) only lives, now, in our hearts.

  • @tarakirkendoll3244
    @tarakirkendoll3244 Рік тому +2

    My fellow Texan has a down home heart ❤️ he doesn't need to have the Opry under his belt to be true country. He's the whole definition of a country boy..I've met him several times hes very genuine he is the King of Country 🤠

    • @tarakirkendoll3244
      @tarakirkendoll3244 4 місяці тому

      @GeorgeStraitmusic241 I'm born and raised in Texas but now I am living in Nevada

  • @jaxsutro4880
    @jaxsutro4880 Рік тому +4

    Bravo, George!!!❤️❤️❤️ # GODBLESSTEXAS!!!

  • @joaniehenderson6336
    @joaniehenderson6336 Рік тому +3

    It's true he's pure country, he always will l love that !!!?

  • @debbiesmitherman9295
    @debbiesmitherman9295 Рік тому +27

    He is the king ! George is the legend of all time ! Love him sooo much ! He’s the best country artist ! ❤

    • @GeorgeStrait-yp1uz
      @GeorgeStrait-yp1uz 11 місяців тому +1

      Hello fans thanks for your love and support may God bless you

  • @gillwill5023
    @gillwill5023 Рік тому +2

    GEORGE STRAIT is the best in the genre in my deep personal opinion his music brings me back to a time nothing like the one we are in now I have no word to express how much I love his music been a fan as long as I can remember I went to a old western shop called Duffys and got me a nice black cowboy hat amd I remember asking shape my hat just like GEORGE STRAIT there was a cardboard cut out of the man in the store I was like 5 amd that is my earliest memory of my THE COUNTRY SINGER .....

  • @sisleymichael
    @sisleymichael Рік тому +3

    Strait made old country music cool again when he came along. Country was going pop and Nashville was being taken over by the corporations. He never left his style and sound. Fans loved him for that. The Opry was changing as well. George always had a tour schedule from hell. He went out to his fans. Believe me, they loved him for that. George is a Texan. He loves Texas, and that is where he wanted to be. I don't think he ever gave the Opry much thought really.

  • @darrellsomers5427
    @darrellsomers5427 Рік тому +9

    Nor was Conway ,yet they both had over 60 #1 hits

    • @phil-1115
      @phil-1115 Рік тому

      I loved Conway Twitty's music. However, he only had 55 #1 hits. George Strait surpassed him in 2007 to become #1.

  • @terryklinger1648
    @terryklinger1648 Рік тому +26

    Perhaps George Strait is too good for the Opry.

    • @HardtoBeHumbletoday
      @HardtoBeHumbletoday Рік тому

      No person is too good for the opry

    • @truthfulpatriot9129
      @truthfulpatriot9129 Рік тому

      @@HardtoBeHumbletodaybullshit….George Straight is….you must be a democrat 😏

    • @ajhansen104
      @ajhansen104 Рік тому +2

      @@HardtoBeHumbletoday I heard Vince Neil from Motley Crue played there recently. When they are having washed up hair bands from the 80’s on, I would say their standards are far too low for a legend like George.

    • @tkfarms4337
      @tkfarms4337 Рік тому +4

      @@HardtoBeHumbletoday The grand ol Opry is about as pointless as the Oscar's the only people that cares about either are people who literally have no life.

    • @haloarrmor2000
      @haloarrmor2000 Рік тому

      ​@Hard to Be Humble today Hank Williams is better than the opry.

  • @user-im1nt4yr5b
    @user-im1nt4yr5b Місяць тому +1

    I love it❤ Honestly, I listen to him, almost on a daily basis, yet never knew he wasn't a member🤷‍♀️I also didn't know that Willie gave his membership up. I say kudos to both of them..💜

  • @Fred-wy4ix
    @Fred-wy4ix 4 місяці тому +1

    The most important Opry that George is a part of, is the Opry that is within our hearts ❤.
    That's what counts
    Is the individuals who loves ❤ is music and the love ❤ we have for him.

  • @joshuajerrythereviewer
    @joshuajerrythereviewer Рік тому +8

    The Grand Ole Opry doesn't know what Country Music is anymore I mean Pop Country Artists get to become a member of the Opry before Legends like GEORGE STRAIT DO !!! George Strait deserves to be a member of the opry but he is already a legend

    • @HardtoBeHumbletoday
      @HardtoBeHumbletoday Рік тому +1

      Listen to the rules not about that

    • @annsmith8948
      @annsmith8948 Рік тому +1

      George does not want to be a member of the Opry cuz of the commitment rules & it's not financially beneficial to him. He's worth hundreds of millions of $$$ why bother? He'd rather enjoy life on his Texas ranch with his family & horses. Who can blame him? He has done it all & has nothing to prove. He didn't need or want the Opry.

  • @joenorton2069
    @joenorton2069 Рік тому +12

    He should be a Opry member. He's the "Elite of Country Music"

    • @delores1886
      @delores1886 Рік тому

      He is!!!🎉🤩❤️

    • @danielrobey1759
      @danielrobey1759 Рік тому

      Screw the opry, they’ve lost their direction and are pushing the country pop shit that’s an embarrassment to real country music!

  • @terrydaniels9126
    @terrydaniels9126 Рік тому +8

    George is class act talent like words in music

    • @GeorgeStrait-yp1uz
      @GeorgeStrait-yp1uz 11 місяців тому

      Hello fans thanks for your love and support God bless you

  • @howardmartin9062
    @howardmartin9062 Рік тому +3

    George is. Up there along with the best

  • @colleendurham8757
    @colleendurham8757 Рік тому +8

    With all the members they have, 26 appearances a year seems excessive. I’m surprised any one would agree to that.

  • @freeorbust
    @freeorbust Рік тому +16

    The Opry isn't country anymore, just like the song says " Murder on Music Row"

  • @QUINCYGIRL
    @QUINCYGIRL Рік тому

    George Strait is The King of Country music and he has always been true blue to Country music. He is The Best!!

  • @user-io6ef5xt2p
    @user-io6ef5xt2p 4 місяці тому +2

    George don't need the opry they needed him he is great all George needs is God and he has him God bless you and your family

  • @pamhales5753
    @pamhales5753 Рік тому +9

    It’s like any group, to be a member you have to be a participate but it’s not for everyone and that doesn’t make him any less important to country music.

    • @GeorgeStrait-yp1uz
      @GeorgeStrait-yp1uz 11 місяців тому

      Hello fans thanks for your support and love thank you God bless you

    • @Georgestrait244
      @Georgestrait244 9 місяців тому

      Thanks a lot dear for choosing to listen to my music. I really appreciate you.

  • @thewatchmen4920
    @thewatchmen4920 Рік тому +3

    Didn't want the rules and regulations. Can't blame him for that 🤠

  • @Jriffe108
    @Jriffe108 Рік тому +2

    Keep it Texas George! Lone Star / Gods Country.

  • @mikesummers262
    @mikesummers262 Рік тому +2

    Amen to my fellow texans george strait,willie nelson and whats more important to them in there career and neither one need the grand ol opry