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Keith Wallin (@onefortheroad) |

Texas" is a song by American country music singer Blake Shelton. It was released on November 15, 2024, as the lead single from his thirteenth studio album, For Recreational Use Only. It was written by Johnny Clawson, Josh Dorr, Kyle Sturrock and Lalo Guzman and produced by Scott Hendricks.
Music critics praised the song for its country-pop sound and noted the potential for country radio. Reviewers even labeled it as one of his best songs in years, praising its verve and fiery, moody emotions. In the United States, the song peaked at number 61 on the Billboard Hot 100 and reached number 2 on the Country Airplay chart.
Blake Shelton was inspired to write the song by the music of country singer Ronnie Milsap. In an interview with American Songwriter, he said "It kind of walks a line that's a little bit of a 'Stranger in My House' or something like that. It's kind of got this haunting thing about it, but you can also jam out and rock out to it at the same time." He went on to reveal that "When I went in and played three or four things for BMG, they're the ones that went, 'Oh my God, this song.' Then as I went around and played it for other friends and family and people that I work with. It was unanimous every time I played it for people. They were like, 'Play that again.'" One man also demanded to hear 'Texas' three times in a row before letting Shelton leave the meeting. In regard to his own opinions, Shelton stated:
It was exactly what I was praying for throughout this process. I am to the point in my career where I've started to think people maybe a lot of times we're going to wait to see what I say first. I feel like I want to make a big swing at this thing this time, and I hope that it's as right as it can be. We didn’t even have to have those conversations with "Texas." It was just, "Oh my God, we're doing this." I knew I loved the song, but I don't record songs that I don't love. So that was the easy part to, know that I loved it. I needed to know what other people thought about it before I was willing to say, "Let's come with it first." I haven’t done this in a long time, and I wanted it to have an impact.
Shelton has stated, "The thing that struck me about 'Texas' immediately was how different it sounded for me, and I'm always looking to push myself. I think there's something really special about this record and it feels important to me. This is the perfect opportunity to come back with something so different, and it easily felt like it should be the first single. It's connected with what I've done but moves forward at the same time, and it's the perfect start to the next chapter of my career." A press release described the song "captures the classic theme of lost love with a twist and nod to George Strait."
This song is currently Number 6 in the Top 40 Country Countdown as of May 17, 2025.
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Mark Foote:
@onefortheroad hi Keith... this song sounds like it could be tricky. Very demanding for all those lyrics at times. Loved the song Keith. Much enjoyed. ~MARK ~
May 19th 2025, 2:27 pm Report
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Keith Wallin:
@onefortheroad Hey, Mark! Great to see ya, buddy! Appreciate the listen and the props a lot! There are a lot of words to sing in this song and in the verses, it's hard to grab a breath.....lol. Thanks for dropping by and commenting. Appreciate you grabbing a front row seat, too....:-)
May 19th 2025, 2:34 pm Report
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Jerry:
A good Oklahoma guy...his ranch isn't far from where I sit...but he NEVER invites me over for dinner...So rude! LOL Great sing and a great song!
May 19th 2025, 3:28 pm Report
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Aragorn:
@onefortheroad Great singin', Keith. You sure nailed it!
May 20th 2025, 9:17 am Report
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Peter Abbott:
@onefortheroad Hi Keith, Great song and some cool vocals from you. Cheers, Peter
May 20th 2025, 12:31 pm Report
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Jay Dotson:
@onefortheroad Enjoyed Keith great cover of this one
May 20th 2025, 12:41 pm Report
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KarenJara:
@onefortheroad Hi Keith! Sounding superb on this new to me song..very enjoyable listen, as always! :)
May 20th 2025, 7:22 pm Report
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Cash:
@onefortheroad always love to hear you sing Keith ,, awesome sing as always
May 20th 2025, 8:15 pm Report
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Keith Wallin:
@jerry I'll have to chew him out for his lack of manners, You know how Okies are....his ex is probably his sister.....lol. Appreciate ya.....:-)
May 22nd 2025, 9:34 pm Report
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Keith Wallin:
@aragorn Hey Paul! Thank you so much! This was a new song for me. It's only been out for a few months. I heard Blake singing it on the Kelly Clarkson Show and I went looking for a backing track. Appreciate the listen and the props a lot. Have a fantastic weekend....:-)
May 22nd 2025, 9:36 pm Report
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Keith Wallin:
@finnpeter Thanks, Peter. Glad you liked it. Appreciate ya, buddy...:-)
May 22nd 2025, 9:37 pm Report
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Keith Wallin:
@jay455 Thanks, Jay! I told Paul that this was a new one for me and Blake only released it a few months back. Glad you enjoyed my take on it. Enjoy the rest of your evening....:-)
May 22nd 2025, 9:38 pm Report
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Keith Wallin:
@karenjara You are way too kind....but I like it....lol. Appreciate the listen and the kudos, Karen! Glad you enjoyed my rendition of this new to me song. Have a wonderful weekend....:-)
May 22nd 2025, 9:40 pm Report
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Keith Wallin:
@cash Thanks, you guys. This was a new song for me. I heard Blake sing it on the Kelly Clarkson show and I had it in the can 3 hours later. Appreciate you guys always checking my subs out. Your the BESTEST....lol.....:-)
May 22nd 2025, 9:42 pm Report
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