These Days (I Barely Get By)
George Jones
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I woke up this morning aching with pain Don't think I can work, but I'll try The car's in the shop so I thumbed all the way Oh, these days I barely get by I walked home from work and it rained all the way My wife left and didn't say why She laid all our bills on the desk in the hall Oh, these days I barely get by Put my only two dollars on my favorite horse He lost by a nose and I cried Oh, my boss says come winter, we'll all be laid off Oh, these days I barely get by These days I barely get by I want to give up, lay down and die Worst of all was when she told me goodbye Whoa, these days I barely get by Whoa, these days, one barely gets by
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Written by: GEORGE JONES, TAMMY WYNETTE
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
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11 facts about this song
Artist Background"These Days (I Barely Get By)" is sung by George Jones, a celebrated American country music artist. He is also called "The Possum," and known for his rich voice, unique style, and expressions of heartache and despair in his music.
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Song ReleaseThe song was released in 1975 as part of George Jones' album "Memories of Us."
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PopularityIt became one of Jones' popular songs, reflecting his talent to turn personal pains into indelible country songs.
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Co-WriterGeorge Jones co-wrote "These Days (I Barely Get By)" with his then wife, Tammy Wynette.
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Personal ConnectionThe song's lyrics are inspired by the couple's troubled relationship and their failure to reconcile those difficulties.
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Song MeaningThe song showcased a deep sense of depression and desperation, which reflected George’s concern for his failing marriage and his struggle with alcoholism and substance abuse.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song is a live performance at the Grand Ole Opry, showing George Jones in dramatic and emotional singing.
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Chart Ranking"These Days (I Barely Get By)" reached number seventeen on the US Billboard Hot Country Singles chart in 1975.
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Album SuccessThe album "Memories of Us" from which "These Days (I Barely Get By)" was a part of, reached number eight on the US Billboard Country Albums chart.
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Period SignificanceThis song is considered one of Jones' greatest hits from his "comeback" period in the mid-1970s when he was recovering from substance addiction.
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Legacy"These Days (I Barely Get By)" is still adored by fans of country music for its authenticity and emotional delivery, contributing to George Jones' enduring legacy in country music history.
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