The Wurlitzer Prize
Waylon Jennings, Burtschi Brothers
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I'm not here to forget you I'm here to recall the things we used to say and do I don't want to get over you I walk the same places we used to go Alone at a table for two I don't want to get over you They oughta give me the Wurlitzer prize For all the silver I let slide down the slot Playing those songs so blue Help me remember you I don't want to get over you A fresh roll of quarters Same old song Missing you through and through I don't want to get over you
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Written by: Bobby Emmons, Chips Moman
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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11 facts about this song
Artist Background"The Wurlitzer Prize" is a song by Waylon Jennings, a leading figure of the Outlaw country music movement in the 1970s. Known for his distinctively rough, deep voice, he is credited with helping to shape the genre and create a new sound in country music.
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Release Date"The Wurlitzer Prize (I Don't Want to Get Over You)" was released in July 1977 as the first single from the album "Ol' Waylon."
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Album SuccessThe album "Ol' Waylon" was a major success, peaking at number one on the Billboard country albums chart. It also reached the top twenty on the pop chart, demonstrating Jennings' crossover appeal.
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Chart Performance"The Wurlitzer Prize (I Don't Want to Get Over You)" itself was a big hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart in 1977.
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Songwriting TeamThe song was penned by the songwriting team of Chips Moman and Bobby Emmons who wrote several songs for Waylon Jennings.
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Song InterpretationIt is a melancholic song, expressing the narrator's reluctance to move on after a relationship's end because the memories are too precious.
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Wurlitzer Prize" Not LiterallyThe title "The Wurlitzer Prize" does not refer to any real or specific award but is used metaphorically in the song. A Wurlitzer is a brand of pianos and jukeboxes, suggesting the significance of music in the singer's emotional journey.
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Waylon's Signature Sound"The Wurlitzer Prize (I Don't Want to Get Over You)" exemplifies Jennings' signature sound, which was influenced by rock and roll, folk, and blues, setting him apart from the mainstream Nashville sound.
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Influence on other MusiciansThe song's success and impact on the genre inspired other musicians to push the boundaries of the traditional country sound.
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Cover VersionsSince its release, "The Wurlitzer Prize (I Don't Want to Get Over You)" has been covered by various artists, reflecting its lasting impact on the music industry. Notably, Norah Jones performed a live version during her 2010 tour.
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Pop CultureThe song was featured in the third season of the popular TV show "The Sopranos," further showcasing its endurance and popularity.
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