What is unwound by george strait?

"Unwound" is a song by American country music artist George Strait. It was released as his debut single in 1981 and appeared on his self-titled debut album. The song was written by Dean Dillon and Frank Dycus.

The song features Strait's signature traditional country sound with a honky-tonk feel. The lyrics tell the story of a man who has been hurt in a relationship and has decided to move on without his former partner. The song's chorus emphasizes the protagonist's newfound independence, as he sings "I don't need you anymore / I've been better off since you've been gone / I'm unwound."

"Unwound" was a commercial success, reaching the top ten on Billboard's Hot Country Songs chart and paving the way for Strait's long and successful career in country music. The song has been covered by several other artists, including Blake Shelton and Chris Young.