"What Might Have Been" is a song by the American country music group Little Texas, released in May 1993 as the lead single from their second album, Big Time.
Written by band members Porter Howell, Dwayne O'Brien, and Brady Seals, the song is a reflective ballad about a relationship that didn't work out, with the narrator expressing regret and wondering about the possibilities of what could have been.
The song achieved significant success, reaching number 2 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and number 11 on the Canadian RPM Country Tracks chart in 1993.
It is considered one of Little Texas's best-known songs and also charted on the Hot Adult Contemporary Tracks chart.
Two music videos were made for the song, both directed by Jack Cole. One features sepia-toned scenes set during World War II, showing a couple dancing before the man goes off to war, interspersed with historical footage and band performances. The other video tells a story of an elderly man reconnecting with a lost love from the war era.
Critically, "What Might Have Been" is praised for its heartfelt delivery by lead singer Tim Rushlow and its tasteful production. The song is noted for its emotional resonance and memorable melody, making it a standout track of the 1990s country music scene.
In summary, "What Might Have Been" by Little Texas is a poignant country ballad about lost love and the possibilities of what could have been, recognized for its commercial success and emotional depth.
