About the song
“I Told You So” by Randy Travis is a poignant and beautifully crafted song that has left an indelible mark on the landscape of country music. This song, written by Randy Travis himself, was originally released in 1983 on his album “Live at the Nashville Palace.” However, it gained widespread recognition and acclaim when it was re-released in 1988 on his album “Always & Forever.”
Randy Travis’s evocative storytelling and emotive vocals shine in “I Told You So,” which tells the story of a man reflecting on a past relationship and pondering the possibility of reconciliation. The song’s heartfelt lyrics and simple, yet powerful melody strike a chord with listeners, making it a favorite among fans of traditional country music.
When re-released as a single in 1988, “I Told You So” climbed the charts, reaching the number one spot on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. This achievement further cemented Randy Travis’s status as one of the leading voices in country music during the late 1980s. The success of the song also contributed to the overall success of the “Always & Forever” album, which is considered one of Travis’s most significant works.
“I Told You So” has enjoyed enduring popularity over the years, partly due to its emotional depth and relatability. In 2009, the song found a new audience when it was covered as a duet by Carrie Underwood and Randy Travis, introducing the classic to a new generation of country music fans. This collaboration earned them a Grammy Award for Best Country Collaboration with Vocals, highlighting the timeless appeal of the song.
Randy Travis’s “I Told You So” remains a testament to his songwriting prowess and his ability to convey complex emotions through music. Its enduring legacy is a testament to the universal themes of love, regret, and hope that resonate with listeners of all ages.
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Lyrics
Suppose I called you up tonight and told you that I love you
And suppose I said I wanna come back home
And suppose I cried and said, “I think I’ve finally learned my lesson
And I’m tired of spendin’ all my time alone”
If I told you that I realize you’re all I ever wanted
And it’s killing me to be so far away
Would you tell me that you love me too? And would we cry together?
Or would you simply laugh at me and say
“I told you so
Oh, I told you so
I told you someday you would come crawlin’ back
And askin’ me to take you in”
I told you so
But you had to go
And now I found somebody new
And you will never break my heart in two again
If I got down on my knees and told you I was yours forever
Would you get down on yours too and take my hand?
Would we get that old-time feeling? Would we laugh and talk for hours
The way we did when our love first began?
Would you tell me that you’ve missed me too, and that you’ve been so lonely
And you’ve waited for the day that I returned?
And we’d live in love forever, and that I’m your one and only?
Or would you say the tables finally turned?
Would you say, “I told you so
Oh, I told you so
I told you someday you would come crawlin’ back
And askin’ me to take you in”
I told you so
But you had to go
And now I found somebody new
And you will never break my heart in two again
Now I found somebody new
And you will never break my heart in two again