The Best Thing That I Had Goin’ Brad Paisley

"The Best Thing That I Had Goin’" by Brad Paisley, released in 2003, is a #Country song reflecting on lost love and nostalgia. The lyrics convey a sense of longing for a past relationship that was cherished. Unique elements include Paisley's signature guitar work and heartfelt storytelling, resonating with listeners about the bittersweet nature of love.

[Verse 1]
Finally got that promotion I worked hard to get
One that came with a company car
And when they gave me the keys, they said, "Son, you can bet
Keep it up and you'll really go far"

[Chorus]
But what good is all that, knowing
The best thing that I had going is gone?

[Verse 2]
My good friends come around to hang out now and then
And they joke, "Man, you've sure got it hard"
With this house on the hill and a white picket fence
And the grass sure is green in the yard

[Chorus]
But what good is all that, knowing
The best thing that I had going is gone?

[Verse 3]
Well, I squandered my time trying to buy everything
Gave her all that I thought she deserved
Now I know all the things that she wanted were free
And I should have been home holding her

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