What Do You Say to That

"What Do You Say to That"
Song

"What Do You Say to That" is the title of a song written by Jim Lauderdale and Melba Montgomery. First recorded by David Ball on his 1999 album Play, it was later recorded by George Strait on his 1999 album Always Never the Same. Strait's version was released in July 1999 as the third and final single from this album. It peaked at #4 in the United States, and #2 in Canada.

Critical reception

Larry Flick, of Billboard magazine reviewed the song favorably, calling it a "lovely little tune with a pretty melody and a positive lyric." He goes on to say that the production incorporates "sweet, understated fiddle and piano that interplay nicely with Strait's eloquent vocal performance."

Chart positions

"What Do You Say to That" re-entered the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart at number 67 as an official single for the week of July 31, 1999.

Chart (1999)	Peak position
U.S. Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks	4
U.S. Billboard Hot 100	45
Canadian RPM Country Tracks	2