Take These Chains From My Heart
Hank Williams
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Take these chains from my heart and set me free You've grown cold and no longer care for me All my faith in you is gone but the heartaches linger on Take these chains from my heart and set me free Take these tears from my eyes and let me see Just a spark of the love that used to be If you love somebody new let me find a new love too Take these chains from my heart and set me free Give my heart just a word of sympathy Be as fair to my heart as you can be Then if you no longer care For the love that's beating there Take these chains from my heart and set me free Take these chains from my heart and set me free You've grown cold and no longer care for me
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Written by: Fred Rose, Hy Heath
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10 facts about this song
Release Date & Popularity"Take These Chains from My Heart" was released in 1953, after the death of Williams, and became a posthumous number-one single on the Billboard Country Singles chart.
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Artist RecognitionThe song reaffirmed Hank Williams' position as one of the most influential songwriters in country music, despite his short-lived career and early death.
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Sung by Another ArtistBefore being released as a single, the song was actually sung on stage by Ray Charles in a country-western style. His version of the song also became popular.
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Re-recordingSeveral music artists have covered the song, including Rosanne Cash, Ann-Margret, Dean Martin, Pat Boone, Louis Armstrong, and many more.
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Usage in MediaThe song has frequently been used in films and TV shows, like "The Big C", "The Simpsons", and the French film, "Paris, Texas" which illustrates its enduring impact and recognition in popular culture.
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Song InterpretationSome music critics believe Williams wrote "Take These Chains from My Heart" as a cry for relief from his own personal demons and heartbreak.
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Posthumous ReleaseIt was one of the four #1 hits released after Hank Williams' death, which demonstrates his lasting appeal to fans and the industry.
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LyricsThe song has become notable for its poignant lyrics about breaking free from a loveless relationship, which have resonated with a wide audience for decades.
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Key SignatureThe song is performed in the Key of C major, which is often associated with pure and innocent qualities in music theory. This juxtaposes the song's mournful lyrics.
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Recording DocumentThe original recording sheet for "Take These Chains from My Heart" sits in the collection of the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum.
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