Don't Touch Me
Jeannie Seely
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Your hand is like a torch each time you touch me That look in your eyes pulls me apart Don't open the door to heaven if I can't come in Don't touch me if you don't love me sweetheart Your kiss is like a drink when I'm thirsty Oh and I'm thirsty for you with all my heart But don't love me then act as though we've never kissed Oh don't touch me if you don't love me sweetheart Don't give me something that you might take away To have you then lose you wouldn't be smart on my part Don't open the door to heaven if I can't come in Don't touch me if you don't love me sweetheart Oh don't touch me if you don't love me sweetheart
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Written by: HANK COCHRAN
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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11 facts about this song
Song's Origin"Don't Touch Me" is a song that was recorded by American country artist Jeannie Seely.
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SongwritersThe song was written by Jeannie Seely's husband, Hank Cochran, who was also a prominent country songwriter.
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Release DetailsThe song was released in March 1966 as the title track to her debut studio album.
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Record LabelIt was released under the Monument label, a prominent label of the 1960s known for recording various prominent artists such as Roy Orbison.
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Chart SuccessThis song proved to be Jeannie Seely's breakout hit, reaching number 2 on the Billboard country chart in 1966.
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Grand Ole OpryThe song's success led to her becoming a member of the prestigious Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, Tennessee, in 1967.
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Music AwardsJeannie Seely won a Grammy for "Best Female Country Vocal Performance" for the song "Don't Touch Me" in 1967, which was a considerable feat.
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Song LegacyA testament to the song's popularity, "Don't Touch Me" has been covered by numerous artists in various genres over the years. These include Etta James, Tammy Wynette, George Jones, and Loretta Lynn.
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Break From TraditionThe song was unique in its time for addressing the complexities of female sexuality, which was quite rare in country music during the 1960s.
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Duration RecordInterestingly, Jeannie Seely's recording of "Don't Touch Me" is one of the longest singles to appear on any country chart, with a running time of more than four minutes.
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Lasting ImpactEven after more than five decades of its release, "Don't Touch Me" remains one of Jeannie Seely's most beloved and recognizable songs in her discography. It showcases her amazing vocal range and powerful performance style.
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