Check Yes Or No
Written by Troy Seals and Max D. Barnes, and recorded by American country music singer George Strait, “Check Yes Or No” is a song that has become a classic of the genre. Released in 1991 as the second single from Strait’s album “Chill of an Early Fall,” the song quickly became a hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart and number 72 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Background and Inspiration
The song was written by Seals and Barnes, who were inspired by the idea of using a simple yes or no answer to gauge someone’s interest in a relationship. The song’s lyrics tell the story of a man who is trying to win over the woman of his dreams. He asks her a series of yes or no questions, hoping that her answers will indicate that she is interested in him.
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Here are some additional details about the song:
- The song was originally recorded by demo singer Don Gant in 1989.
- Strait’s version of the song was produced by Blake Mevis.
- The song’s music video was directed by Jim Shea.
- The song won the Grammy Award for Best Country Song in 1992.