Golden Ring

George Jones

About Golden Ring

"Golden Ring" is a song made famous by country music singers George Jones and Tammy Wynette. Originally released in 1976, the song was the title track to their duet album released that same year. It was a number-one hit on the Billboard country chart.


Year:
1994
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In a pawn shop in Chicago
On a sunny summer day
A couple gazes at the wedding rings there on display

She smiles n' nods her head
As he says, "honey that's for you
It's not much, but it's the best that I can do"

Golden ring (golden ring) with one tiny little stone
Waiting there (waiting there) for someone to take you home
By itself (by itself) it's just a cold metallic thing
Only love can make a golden wedding ring

In a little wedding chapel later on that afternoon
An old upright piano plays that old familiar tune

Tears roll down her cheeks
Happy thoughts run through her head
As he whispers low, "with this ring, I thee wed"

Golden ring (golden ring) with one tiny little stone
Shining ring (shining ring) now at last it's found a home
By itself (by itself) it's just a cold metallic thing
Only love can make a golden wedding ring

Ooh-ooh

In a small two room apartment 
As they fought their final round
He says, "You won't admit it
But I know you're leavin' town"

She says, "One thing's for certain
I don't love you any more"
And throws down the ring as she walks out the door

Golden ring (golden ring) with one tiny little stone
Cast aside (cast aside) like the love that's dead and gone
By itself (by itself) it's just a cold metallic thing
Only love can make a golden wedding ring

In a pawn shop in Chicago
On a sunny summer day
A couple gazes at the wedding rings there on display
Golden ring

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George Jones

George Glenn Jones (born September 12, 1931) is an American country music singer known for his long list of hit records, his distinctive voice and phrasing, and his marriage to Tammy Wynette. more »

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Written by: BOBBY BRADDOCK, RAFE VAN HOY

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12 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Golden Ring" is a classic country song recorded by American artists George Jones and Tammy Wynette.
Release Date
The song was released in April 1976 as the first single and title track from the album "Golden Ring."
Chart Success
It reached the top of the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Singles charts, cementing the duo's status as country music's premier act.
Songwriters
The song was written by Bobby Braddock and Rafe Vanhoy, two prominent Nashville songwriters.
Divorce Storyline
Interestingly, George Jones and Tammy Wynette, who were once married, sang the song about a divorced couple approximately one year after their own divorce.
Live Performance
The duo continued to perform the song together at concerts, even after their divorce, which added a layer of raw emotion.
Story Style
"Golden Ring" is known for its gripping and realistic storytelling, which tells a story about a couple who buys a golden ring, gets married then divorces, and ends up selling the ring back to the pawn shop.
Iconic Usage
The song is often used as an example of traditional country's storytelling aspect.
Album Impact
The song's success revitalized George and Tammy's career as a duet and they went on to record three more albums together.
Famous Covers
In 1995, country singers Terri Clark and Vince Gill recorded a version of "Golden Ring" for a tribute album dedicated to Tammy Wynette.
Pop Culture Reference
The song is referenced in the title and lyrics of the 1994 song "The Life of the Party" by American music band The Jackson 5.
Legacy
Despite their turbulent personal relationship, "Golden Ring" is widely recognized as one of George Jones and Tammy Wynette's greatest collaborations.

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