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Kings of Country Collide: Ronnie Milsap and George Strait Reimagine “Houston Solution”

Kings of Country Collide: Ronnie Milsap and George Strait Reimagine "Houston Solution"
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  • Riley is a Senior Country Music Journalist for Country Thang Daily, known for her engaging storytelling and insightful coverage of the genre.
  • Before joining Country Thang Daily, Riley developed her expertise at Billboard and People magazine, focusing on feature stories and music reviews.
  • Riley has a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from Belmont University, with a minor in Cultural Studies.

In 2019, Ronnie Milsap collaborated with George Strait on the re-recorded version of his classic hit song “Houston Solution” for his album The Duets. The album included collections of duets with legendary country singers like Willie Nelson, Montgomery Gentry, Dolly Parton, and many more. Among the most looked-forward collaborations was his duet with the “King of Country Music,” George Strait. 

Originally released in 1989, the song was considered one of Ronnie Milsap’s greatest hits, with it landing on the No. 4 spot on the US Hot Country Songs (Billboard). 

Ronnie Milsap and George Strait’s duet of “Houston Solution”

Even before their collaboration, it seemed like George Strait was already admiring Milsap’s amazing musical skills. In an interview, George Strait went on to state that he has been quite a “big fan” of Milsap’s since the beginning, especially of his piano skills. Because of this, when they finally got the chance to collaborate – there is no denying it was quite the duet of the century. 

Compared to the original version, George Strait’s baritone gives the song a unique new sound. His melodic yet gravelly voice balances Milsap’s funky country voice, making this re-recorded version one of Milsap’s best releases. 

Don’t miss out! If you haven’t checked out Ronnie Milsap and George Strait’s amazing duet of the 1980s classic “Houston Solution,”  listen to their full performance below. 

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