About the Song

“You Look So Good in Love” is a classic country song performed by American country music artist George Strait. It was written by Glen Ballard, Rory Michael Bourke, and Kerry Chater. The song was released in April 1983 as the third single from Strait’s album “Right or Wrong.”

The song’s lyrics describe a man who is deeply in love with a woman who is no longer in love with him. Despite the heartache of seeing her with someone else, he acknowledges that she looks beautiful and happy with her new partner. The song captures the bittersweet emotions of seeing someone you love move on, even if it means they’re happier without you.

“You Look So Good in Love” became one of George Strait’s early hits, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart, marking his fifth No. 1 single at the time. It also helped solidify his reputation as one of the leading figures in country music, establishing his signature blend of traditional country sounds with smooth, heartfelt vocals.

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Lyrics

Oh, how you sparkleAnd oh, how you shineThe flush on your cheeksIs more than the wineAnd he must do somethingThat I didn’t doWhatever he’s doingIt looks good on you
You look so good in loveYou want himThat’s easy to seeYou look so good in loveI wish you still wanted me
He must have stolenSome stars from the skyAnd gave them to youTo wear in your eyesI had my chancesBut I set you freeAnd now I wonderWhy I couldn’t see
You look so good in loveYou want himThat’s easy to seeYou look so good in loveI wish you still wanted me
Darling, I’ve wasted a lot of years not seeing the real youBut tonight, your beauty is shining throughAnd I never took the time to let you knowSo before he takes you awayPlease let me say
You look so good in loveYou want himThat’s easy to seeYou look so good in loveI wish you still wanted me
You look so good in love