These 21 songs are essential additions to any George Strait playlist, ranging from his earliest hits in the ‘80s to the tunes that continue to prove that he’s still got it today.

So, that’s why your high school playlist still rocks ... just blast a song from the past. Some good ole George Strait might be all you need to wake up and get motivated on the day ...

George Strait played country music in high school, but didn't become serious about it until serving in the U.S. Army in the early '70s. The native Texan performed with an Army-sponsored band ...