The Sweetest Thing (I've Ever Known)
Juice Newton
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When I see you in the morning That old sleep still in your eyes I remember all the laughter And the tears we shared last night And as we lie here, just two shadows In the light before the dawn The sweetest thing I've ever known Is loving you And I have never been afraid of losing And I have never wanted love to be a chain I only know that when I'm with you You're my sunshine, you're my rain The sweetest thing I've ever known Is loving you Now, you and I, we're not children We have both been loved before We have given and we have taken Many rides on troubled shores And all the heartaches and temptations Only make me love you more The sweetest thing I've ever known Is loving you And I have never been afraid of losing And I have never wanted love to be a chain I only know that when I'm with you You're my sunshine, you're my rain The sweetest thing I've ever known Is loving you The sweetest thing I've ever known Is loving you
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15 facts about this song
Song Identification"The Sweetest Thing (I've Ever Known)" is a song by pop and country singer Juice Newton.
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Song OriginThe song was originally included on Newton's debut album, Well Kept Secret, released in 1975.
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ComposerThe song was written by Otha Young, a longtime collaborator, and musician in Juice Newton's band.
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Official ReleaseAfter being re-recorded, the song was officially released in 1981 in Newton's album "Juice".
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Chart Performance"The Sweetest Thing (I've Ever Known)" was Juice Newton's first major hit, peaking at no.1 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart, and the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart. It also reached no.7 on the Billboard Top 100 chart.
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Genre FusionThe song is often recognized for its successful fusion of country and pop music elements.
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AwardsIn 1982, Juice Newton was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Female Country Vocal performance for this song.
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Song DurationThe song has a duration of approximately 4 minutes and 8 seconds.
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Musical StyleThe song features a prominent use of the electric guitar and showcases Newton's recognizably powerful vocals.
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ImpactThe success of this song helped Juice Newton break into mainstream pop music and significantly boosted her career.
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International PerformanceBesides its success in the US, the song also charted in Canada, reaching no.1 on the RPM Country Tracks chart.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by various artists, including country singer Tracy Byrd in 1995.
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Pop CultureThis hit song has appeared in numerous TV shows and films, contributing to its enduring popularity.
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Song RecognitionIn 2009, "The Sweetest Thing (I've Ever Known)" was listed at no.77 on Billboard's Hot 100 All-Time Top Songs.
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Personal InterpretationJuice Newton has described the song as a significant personal story, emphasising the emotional and romantic narrative in its lyrics.
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