Written by and Curly Putman , the ballad tells the haunting story of a man who vows to love a woman until he dies. He keeps her old letters and pictures, remaining faithful to his promise for decades. The tragic twist is revealed in the title: he only stops loving her because he has finally passed away. Production & Controversy
Often cited as the greatest country song of all time, is the definitive masterpiece of George Jones . Released in April 1980 as the lead single from the album I Am What I Am , it salvaged a career that many in Nashville believed was over. The Story Behind the Song George Jones - He Stopped Loving Her Today