Introduction
“If I Know Me” is a country song by American artist George Strait, released in March 1991 as the lead single from his album Chill of an Early Fall. The track was co-written by Pam Belford and Dean Dillon, and produced by Strait alongside Jimmy Bowen. It achieved significant success, reaching number one on both the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart and the Canadian RPM Country Tracks chart.
The song’s narrative centers on a man who has recently parted ways with his lover. Despite his decision to leave, he anticipates that his own emotions will compel him to return to her. This internal conflict is encapsulated in the lyrics, reflecting a common theme in country music of love’s enduring pull.
The accompanying music video, directed by Bill Young, was filmed at Victoria’s Black Swan Inn in San Antonio, Texas. The video complements the song’s emotional depth, portraying the narrator’s internal struggle and longing.
“If I Know Me” stands as a testament to George Strait’s ability to blend traditional country storytelling with mainstream appeal, reinforcing his status as a leading figure in the genre during the early 1990s.