I Wish I Had a Nickel
Hank Williams
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They tell me little darlin', That to morrow you'll be wed, You thought that you would hurt me, But you hurt yourself instead, I'll always be the same old pal, Just as in years gone by, I'll just set back and watch you, While you set alone and cry. [Chorus] Tears fallin' down your pretty cheeks, Tears you cannot hide and tears you cannot keep, They are tears of sorrow and tears of delight, I wish I had a nickel, for every tear you shed last night. I just dropped by to tell you that I wish you happiness, I hope that you'll forgive me for intruding like this, I hope my dear your happiness will follow through the years, I'll just set back and watch you, while you shed those bitter tears. [Chorus]
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Written by: BARNHART, SUTTON
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11 facts about this song
Song Composition"I Wish I Had a Nickel" is a country song, written and performed by Hank Williams, an American singer-songwriter and musician.
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Album DetailsThe song is part of the album "Hank Williams - The Complete Collection," which consists of several other hit tracks by Williams.
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Release ParticularsAlthough Hank Williams is known for his works from the 1940s and early 1950s, the exact release date of “I Wish I Had a Nickel” is hard to determine as it's not one of the singles Williams is most noted for.
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Song StyleThe song reflects Williams' style of combining traditional folk with elements of early rock and roll.
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Song LyricsThe lyrics recount the singer’s longing and regret, themes common in Hank William's songs.
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Cultural SignificanceLike many of Williams' songs, it played a pivotal role in shaping the country and folk music genre.
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Posthumous ReleasesDespite Hank Williams' early death at age 29, his music including songs like "I Wish I Had a Nickel" continued to be released posthumously.
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Influential ArtistKnown as the "King of Country Music," Hank Williams with his songs like "I Wish I Had a Nickel," left a long-lasting impact on the music industry.
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Grand Ole OpryHank Williams, who has performed songs like “I Wish I Had a Nickel,” was one of the youngest performers to join the Grand Ole Opry, which is a showcase for country music.
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CareerAlthough Hank Williams’ career was brief, it was highly influential and characterized by songs like “I Wish I Had a Nickel,” which continue to resonate with country music fans.
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Hank Williams LegacyDespite his short life, Hank Williams left behind a rich legacy of widely loved songs including "I Wish I Had a Nickel". His influence carries on in contemporary country and Americana artists today.
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