Gene Watson - Matters Of The Heart

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Review by TATS TERRAZAS

Album Review: Matters Of The Heart by Gene Watson (2008) Gene Watson’s 2008 album Matters Of The Heart is a solid throwback to the kind of country music that feels like home. With its mix of traditional country, honky-tonk vibes, and just a touch of country-pop gloss, this UK-released record on Hump Head Records is one of those albums you can’t help but leave on repeat. It’s not trying to reinvent the wheel—it’s just doing what it does best: delivering heartfelt lyrics, smooth melodies, and Gene’s unmistakable voice. Let me tell ya, there are two tracks here that really stuck with me. First up, “This Dream’s on Me.” Man, this song has got that slow-burn charm. It’s one of those tunes where you can almost picture Gene sitting in a dimly lit bar, tipping his hat to some old memory. The melody isn’t flashy, but it doesn’t need to be. It’s all about the storytelling, and Gene nails it—like he always does. There’s something comforting about how he sings, like he’s letting you in on a secret only he knows. Then there’s “You Sure Make Cheatin’ Seem Easy.” Oh man, talk about a gut punch. This track hits different, especially if you’ve ever been on the wrong side of trust. The way Gene delivers the line “you sure make cheatin’ seem easy” is so matter-of-fact, it hurts. You can hear the weariness in his voice, like he’s lived through every word he’s singing. It’s classic honky-tonk heartbreak wrapped up in steel guitar and regret. Honestly, I found myself nodding along even though I haven’t cheated on anyone… yet. The rest of the album follows suit, with tracks like “Somethin’ ‘Bout Bein’ Gone” and “From Cotton to Satin” keeping things grounded in good ol’ fashioned country themes—love, loss, and lessons learned the hard way. Some songs overlap (probably a printing error or something), but honestly, it kinda works. Listening to “Thinking ‘Bout Leaving” twice just makes you appreciate the craft more. What surprised me most about Matters Of The Heart is how timeless it feels. Even though it came out in 2008, it could easily pass for something from the '70s or '80s golden era of country. No autotune, no overproduced nonsense—just honest-to-goodness music. And isn’t that what we’re all secretly craving these days? So yeah, if you’re into traditional country or just want an album that sounds like a warm hug after a long day, give Matters Of The Heart a spin. Just don’t blame me when you catch yourself humming “This Dream’s on Me” at work tomorrow. Oh, and fun fact: Gene Watson was born in Texas, but this album dropped in the UK. Weird, right? Makes you wonder how many British folks are secretly crying into their pints over these songs. Cheers to that!

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
What She Don't Know Won't Hurt Her
This Dream's on Me
'Til Melinda Comes Around02:49
You Sure Make Cheatin' Seem Easy
Thinking 'Bout Leaving02:45
'Til Melinda Comes Around
You're Just Another Beer Drinkin' Song
Roads and Other Reasons
Baby Me Baby
Come Back Home
Sometimes I Get Lucky and Forget02:52
The Girl I Used to Run Around On
You Waltzed Yourself Right into My Life
Lonely Me
What She Don't Know Won't Hurt Her03:44
Somethin' 'Bout Bein' Gone
If I Were You I'd Fall in Love with Me
This Dream's on Me03:12
If I Were You I'd Fall in Love with Me02:46
From Cotton to Satin
Three
You're Just Another Beer Drinkin' Song02:59
Somethin' 'Bout Bein' Gone03:16
Fourteen Carat Mind
You Sure Make Cheatin' Seem Easy03:09
Thinking 'Bout Leaving
Sometimes I Get Lucky And Forget
Maybe I Should Have Been Listening
Old Loves Never Die

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Catalog Numbers

HUMP 044

Labels

Hump Head Records

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Formats

  • CD
  • Compilation

Barcodes

Barcode: 5060001272931

About Gene Watson

American country music singer. Born in October 11, 1943 Palestine, Texas. Watson was one of seven children of a sawmill worker and crop picker. He's charted 48 times between 1975 and 1997 on the U.S. country charts. His first big hit came in 1975 with "Love In The Hot Afternoon, which hit #3. His first #1 came in 1981 with " Fourteen Carat Mind"; "You're Out Doing What I'm Here Doing Without" hitting #2 in 1983. All in all, he had twenty top 10 country hits. The Farewell Party Band is his long-time backing band.

Real Name

    • Gary Gene Watson

Name Vars

  • G. Watson
  • Watson

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s an interesting fact: Gene Watson’s album *Matters Of The Heart* was released in 2008 under the UK label Hump Head Records. What makes it special? It blends a mix of styles like Traditional Country, Honky Tonk, and Country-Pop. Fun detail—some tracks on the album repeat, almost like bonus versions or extended plays. For example, songs like "Thinking 'Bout Leaving" and "You Sure Make Cheatin' Seem Easy" appear twice. It’s like getting two chances to hear your favorites!