Who Really Sang Amarillo By Morning First? The Story Behind A Country Classic
George Strait made Amarillo by Morning famous, but Terry Stafford first recorded it in 1973. Chris LeDoux also sang it before Strait's iconic version.
Before George Strait, Meet the Man Behind “Amarillo By Morning”
"Amarillo By Morning" was originally recorded by Terry Stafford. He co-wrote the song with Paul Fraser and released it in 1973.