Letting Go

Suzy Bogguss

About Letting Go

"Letting Go" is a song written by Doug Crider and Matt Rollings, and recorded by American country music artist Suzy Bogguss. It was released in July 1992 as the fourth single from her album Aces. The song reached number 6 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart in October 1992.


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1992
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She'll take the painting in the hallway,
The one she did in jr. high
And that old lamp up in the attic,
She'll need some light to study by.

She's had 18 years to get ready for this day
She should be past the tears, she cries some anyway

Oh oh letting go
There's nothing in the way now, 
Oh letting go, there's room enough to fly
And even though, she's spent her whole life waiting, 
It's never easy letting go.

Mother sits down at the table
So many things she'd like to do
Spend more time out in the garden
Now she can get those books read too.

She's had 18 years to get ready for this day
She should be past the tears, she cries some anyway.

Oh oh letting go
There's nothing in the way now, 
Oh letting go, there's room enough to fly
And even though, she's spent her whole life waiting, 
It's never easy letting go.

Oh oh letting go
There's nothing in the way now, 
Oh letting go, there's room enough to fly
And even though, she's spent her whole life waiting, 
It's never easy letting go.

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Suzy Bogguss

Susan Kay "Suzy" Bogguss (born December 30, 1956) is an American country music singer-songwriter. In the 1980s and 90s she released one platinum and three gold albums and charted six top ten singles, winning the Academy of Country Music's award for Top New Female Vocalist and the Country Music Association's Horizon Award. more »

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Written by: LESLIE BRICUSSE, FRANK N. WILDHORN

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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10 facts about this song

Album Information
"Letting Go" is included in Suzy Bogguss' fourth studio album "Aces" that was released in 1991 by Liberty Records.
Songwriter Details
"Letting Go" was co-written by Doug Crider and Matt Rollings, noted for their contributions to country music.
Chart Performance
The song peaked at No. 6 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart, making it one of Bogguss' top ten hits.
Narrative Content
The song beautifully portrays the emotional struggles of a mother having to accept her daughter becoming independent and leaving home.
Music Video
The music video for "Letting Go" depicts Suzy Bogguss as a mother sending off her daughter to college, which mirrors the narrative of the song.
Award Recognition
Bogguss' performance in the entire album "Aces", which includes "Letting Go", led her to earn the Academy of Country Music's award for Top New Female Vocalist in 1992.
Critical Reception
The song "Letting Go" has been praised by critics for its relatable narrative and the authenticity in Bogguss' vocal delivery.
Popular Cover
A cover version of the song was later recorded by American Idol finalist, Kristy Lee Cook in her album "Why Wait."
Personal Connection
In several interviews, Suzy Bogguss has expressed that "Letting Go" remains one of her most personal songs due to its emotional subject matter.
Live Performances
Even years after its initial release, "Letting Go" remains a constant in Suzy Bogguss' live performances, testifying its popularity and impact.

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