For the Good Times

Al Green

About For the Good Times

"For the Good Times" is a song written by Kris Kristofferson, first recorded by singer Bill Nash in 1968 before appearing on Kristofferson's own debut album in April 1970. After a recording by Ray Price became a number-one hit single in June of that year, the song established Kristofferson as one of country and popular music's top songwriters while giving Price his first chart-topping country and western song in 11 years."For the Good Times" continued to be recorded by a number of artists in subsequent years, to popular success. The song became a staple of soul singer Al Green's concert repertoire in the 1970s, also featuring as a studio recording on his 1972 album I'm Still in Love with You. A version by Perry Como spent 27 weeks on the UK Singles Chart peaking at #7 in August 1973. 


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1972
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Don't' look so sad
I know it's over
But life goes on
And this world
Keeps on turning
Yeah
Let's just be glad
We have this time
To spend together oh
There is no need
To watch the bridges
That we're burning hey oh

Lay your head on my pillow sweet babe
Hold your warm and tender body close to mine hey
Hear the whisper of the raindrops
Roll softly
Against my window hey hey oh late at night
Make believe you love me one more time hey
For the good times hey
For the good times

I'll get along
I'm sure you'll find another but baby please remember
I'll be here, I'm gon stay right here
And you should ever find that you need me yeah
Don't say a word
About tomorrow
Ah forever and ever and ever and ever
They'll be times
Enough for severance when you leave hey hey hey
For the good times
For the good times

Lay your head
On my pillow
Oh this is one time girl
Hold your warm and tender body close to mine
Hear the whisper
Of the raindrops
Rolling softly against my window
Oh you gotta do is
Oh you gotta do is make believe you love me one more time
For the good times
For the good times

Here's what you outta do is
Lay your head on my pillow
Hold your warm and tender body close to mines....

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Al Green

Albert Greene (born April 13, 1946), better known as Al Green or Reverend Al Green, is an American gospel and soul music singer. He reached the peak of his popularity in the 1970s, with hit singles such as "You Oughta Be With Me", "I'm Still In Love With You", "Love and Happiness", and "Let's Stay Together". In 2005, Rolling Stone named him No. 66 in their list of the '100 Greatest Artists of All Time'. The nomination stated that "people are born to do certain things, and Al was born to make us smile." The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inducted Green in 1995, referring to him as "one of the most gifted purveyors of soul music." Green has sold more than 20 million records. more »

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Written by: Kristoffer Kristofferson

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6 facts about this song

For The Good Times" Author
"For the Good Times" was written by Kris Kristofferson. He is an American singer-songwriter and actor and was part of the country music's outlaw movement during the 1970s. He has penned numerous hits including "Help Me Make It Through the Night" and "Sunday Morning Coming Down."
Ray Price's Rendition
Released in 1970 by country singer Ray Price, "For the Good Times" became one of his greatest hits. It reached the #1 position on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Singles chart in June of the same year. - The Ray Price version won the Academy of Country Music award for Song of the Year in 1970, and it was nominated for a Grammy for Best Male Country Vocal Performance.
Kris Kristofferson's Performance
Despite being the songwriter, Kris Kristofferson's own version of "For The Good Times" did not chart as highly as the version by Ray Price. However, it's still regarded as a classic by fans and critics.
Perry Como's Contribution
Perry Como, a popular American singer of the 20th century, also recorded the song as part of his album "It's Impossible". His version also received applause for its sentimental rendition.
Al Green's Soulful Cover
“For The Good Times” was also covered by the soul music legend Al Green in 1972. The cover was included in the album "I'm Still in Love with You", which peaked at #4 on the Billboard 200 chart. - Al Green's rendition stands out for its soulful interpretation, and it added a new dimension to the song, taking it far beyond its country origins.
Song Theme and Popularity
The song "For The Good Times" is a heartbreaking ballad that speaks about a couple who is on the brink of breakup but decide to spend one last night together. - Over the years, numerous artists from various genres have covered the song, providing testimony to its timeless appeal and emotional resonance. Despite being a country song, it crossed over to other genres like pop and soul thanks to covers by various artists.

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