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George's daughter Jennifer was killed in a car accident at the age of 13. It is rumored that this song is dedicated to her. There is a foundation in San Antonio for children named after her.
This was written by the Texas songwriter Aaron Barker. He also wrote Strait's Country hit "Love Without End, Amen."
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