About the song
“I Told You So” by Randy Travis is a timeless country ballad that resonates with listeners for its emotional depth and heartfelt delivery. The song was written by Randy Travis himself and released as a single from his 1988 album “Old 8×10.”
Travis’ rich baritone voice lends a sense of sincerity to the lyrics, which tell the story of a love that endures despite hardships and challenges. The song’s melody is simple yet powerful, allowing Travis’ vocals to take center stage and convey the raw emotions of the narrative.
“I Told You So” quickly climbed the charts, reaching the number one spot on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart. Its success solidified Travis’ status as one of the leading figures in country music during the late 1980s.
The song’s universal themes of love, forgiveness, and redemption have made it a favorite among country music fans of all ages. Its poignant lyrics and memorable melody continue to resonate with listeners, earning it a place in the canon of classic country songs.
In summary, “I Told You So” by Randy Travis is a poignant country ballad that showcases Travis’ talent as both a vocalist and a songwriter. Its timeless appeal and universal themes have cemented its status as one of Travis’ most beloved songs, ensuring its enduring popularity for years to come.
Video
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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