Strong Enough to Bend

Tanya Tucker

About Strong Enough to Bend

"Strong Enough to Bend" is a song written by Beth Nielsen Chapman and Don Schlitz, and recorded by American country music artist Tanya Tucker. It was released in June 1988 as the first single and title track from the album Strong Enough to Bend. The song was Tucker's ninth number one on the country chart as a solo artist. The single went to number one for one week and spent a total of fifteen weeks on the country chart.


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1990
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There's a tree out in the backyard
That never has been broken by the wind
And the reason its still standing
It was strong enough to bend

For years, we have stayed together
As lovers and as friends
What we have will last forever
If we're strong enough to bend

When you say something that you can't take back
Big wind blows and you hear a little crack
When you say "Hey well I might be wrong"
You can sway with the wind till the storm is gone
Sway with the wind till the storm is gone

Like a tree out in the backyard
That never has been broken by the wind
Our love will last forever
If we're strong enough to bend

When you start thinkin' that you know it all
Big wind blows and a branch will fall
When you say "Hey this job takes two"
We can sway with the wind till the skies turn blue
Sway with the wind till the skies turn blue

Like a tree out in the backyard
That never has been broken by the wind
Our love will last forever if we're strong enough to bend
Our love will last forever if we're strong enough to bend

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Tanya Tucker

Tanya Denise Tucker (born October 10, 1958, in Seminole, Texas) is a female American country music artist who had her first hit, "Delta Dawn", in 1972 at the age of 13. Over the succeeding decades, Tucker became one of the few child performers to mature into adulthood without losing her audience, and during the course of her career, she notched a streak of Top 10 and Top 40 hits. She has had several successful albums, several Country Music Association award nominations, and hit songs such as 1973's "What's Your Mama's Name?" and "Blood Red and Goin' Down," 1975's "Lizzie and the Rainman," and 1988's "Strong Enough to Bend". more »

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Written by: BETH NIELSEN CHAPMAN, DON SCHLITZ

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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13 facts about this song

Genre
"Strong Enough to Bend" is a classic country music track performed by Tanya Tucker.
Release Information
This song was officially released as a single on the 13th of June, 1988.
Album Affiliation
"Strong Enough to Bend" serves as the title track to Tanya Tucker's tenth studio album.
Chart Performance
It topped the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart in the United States, making it one of Tucker's biggest hits.
Songwriters
The song was written by the talented songwriting duo, Don Schlitz and Beth Nielsen Chapman.
Song Content
Thematically, "Strong Enough to Bend" is about resilience and adaptability in relationships, using the metaphor of a tree bending but not breaking.
Music Video
A music video was made for the song which received significant airplay on CMT.
Critical Acclaim
The song received positive criticism from music authorities due to Tucker's vocal performance and the lyrical depth.
Cover Versions
Many other artists have covered "Strong Enough to Bend" in various live performances and recordings due to its powerful message and melody.
Legacy
The song has had a lasting impact as a popular tune in country music and continues to be a fan-favorite Tucker song among audiences.
Powerful Message
The song's optimistic message of resilience and adaptability is a significant factor in its timeless appeal.
Cultural Significance
"Strong Enough to Bend" is frequently used as an anthem for personal growth and strength in the face of challenges.
Impact on Tanya Tucker's Career
The success of the song helped keep Tucker's career momentum going, solidifying her status as one of country music's biggest stars.

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