Wolverton Mountain

Claude King

About Wolverton Mountain

"Wolverton Mountain" was a hit that established Claude King's career as an American country singer/songwriter in 1962. The song was a rewrite of the original version by Merle Kilgore, which was based on a real person named Clifton Clowers who lived on the mountain (the mountain's actual name being spelled Woolverton.), north of Morrilton, Arkansas. The song spent nine weeks at the top of the Billboard country chart in the US in 1962. It was also a giant crossover hit, reaching number six on the pop chart and number three on the easy listening chart.  


Year:
1995
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They say don't go on Wolverton Mountain
If you're looking for a wife 
'Cause Clifton Clowers has a pretty young daughter
He's mighty handy with a gun and a knife

Her tender lips are sweeter than honey 
And Wolverton Mountain protects her there
The bears and the birds tell Clifton Clowers
If a stranger should enter there

All of my dreams are on Wolverton Mountain
I want his daughter for my wife
I'll take my chances and climb that mountain
Though Clilfton Clowers, he might take my life

Her tender lips are sweeter than honey 
And Wolverton Mountain protects her there
The bears and the birds tell Clifton Clowers
If a stranger should wander there

I'm going up on Wolverton Mountain
It's too lonesome down here below
It's just not right to hide his daughter
From the one who loves her so

Her tender lips are sweeter than honey 
And Wolverton Mountain protects her there
The bears and the birds tell Clifton Clowers
If a stranger should wander there

But I don't care about Clifton Clowers
I'm gonna climb up on his mountain
I'm gonna take the girl I love
I don't care about Clifton Clowers
I'm gonna climb up on his mountain
And I'll get the one I love

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Claude King

Claude King (born February 5, 1923) is an American country music singer and songwriter, best known for his million selling 1962 hit, "Wolverton Mountain". more »

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Written by: C. KING, M. KILGORE

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11 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Wolverton Mountain" was written by Merle Kilgore and Claude King and released in 1962.
Popularity
The song was a hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart, where it spent nine weeks.
Lyrics Background
It was based on a real person named Clifton Clowers, who lived on Wolverton Mountain in Arkansas, creating an atmosphere of a protective dad keeping all men away from his beautiful daughter.
Songwriters’ Connection
The co-writer of the song, Merle Kilgore, was actually a relative of the Clowers, which added authenticity to the tale woven in the song.
Achievements
Due to its popularity, it also reached number six on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, crossing over to pop audiences.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by various artists over the years, including Nat King Cole and Bing Crosby.
Historical Importance
The song played a significant role in establishing Claude King's musical career and is considered his signature song.
Reaction of Original Inspiration
Clifton Clowers, the man whose real-life was the inspiration behind the song, reportedly enjoyed the fame that came along with the song's success.
Song Impact
Despite being an old country song, "Wolverton Mountain" continues to resonate with fans and is frequently played on classic country radio stations.
Change in Modern Versions
Some modern covers slightly change the lyrics, normally to more modern versions of women’s names instead of the original "daughter."
International Success
The song also charted in Canada, reaching the top spot on the RPM Country Tracks chart.

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