Next in Line

Conway Twitty

About Next in Line

"Next in Line" is a song written by Wayne Kemp and Curtis Wayne, and recorded by American country music artist Conway Twitty. It was released in August 1968 as the first single and title track from the album Next in Line. The song was Twitty's sixth entry to make the country charts and his first of 40 number ones on the country charts. The single spent a single week at number one and spent a total of 13 weeks within the top 40.


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See her there at the table
Watch her tear at the label
From the bottle that she just drank dry
In her mind, there's a burning
It took a long time but she's learning
And just look at the teardrops she's cried

Everybody knows I love her
But her mind is on another
And just look what he's done to her pride
And if she should change her mind
Give up the music and the wine
I'll be standing by to be the next in line

I know her favorite songs so well
And she's happy, I can tell
Just as long as she can hear the jukebox play
So I'll keep playing it loud
I'll spend every dime I have
To keep her happy in my own kind of way

Everybody knows I love her
But her mind is on another
And just look what he's done to her pride
And if she should change her mind
Give up the music and the wine
I'll be standing by to be the next in line

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Conway Twitty

Conway Twitty (September 1, 1933 – June 5, 1993), born Harold Lloyd Jenkins, was an American country music artist. He also had success in early rock and roll, R&B and pop music. He held the record for the most number one singles of any act with 40 No. 1 Billboard country hits until George Strait broke the record in 2006. From 1971-76, Twitty received a string of Country Music Association awards for duets with Loretta Lynn. He was never a member of the Grand Ole Opry, but was inducted into both the Country Music and Rockabilly Halls of Fame. more »

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Written by: CURTIS WAYNE, WAYNE KEMP

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10 facts about this song

Song’s Release
"Next in Line" is a song written by Wayne Kemp and Curtis Wayne, and recorded by Conway Twitty. The song was released in September 1968.
Chart Success - Popularity
This iconic song was not just popular amongst lovers of country music; it also enjoyed success in the charts. "Next in Line" was Twitty's second No.1 song on Billboard's Hot Country Singles chart.
Album Debut
The song "Next in Line" was featured in Conway Twitty's album of the same name. The "Next in Line" album, was Twitty's second studio album, released in 1968.
Song Legacy
Even after several decades, "Next in Line" is hailed as a classic and is considered one of Conway Twitty's biggest hits.
Cover Versions
Several country artists have covered "Next in Line", proof of its lasting impact in country music.
Style of Music
The song follows in the line of traditional country music with its storytelling lyrics and Twitty's signature deep, smooth voice stands out prominently.
Key Lyrics
The song tells a compelling story about a man waiting his turn at the bar, both for a drink and for the woman the bartender is with, with lyrics such as “See her there at the bar, and you’ll see my next in line”.
Landmark
“Next in Line” is considered significant in Twitty's career because it firmly established him as a successful solo artist, following his transition from rock and roll to country.
Continued Success
Following the success of "Next in Line", Conway Twitty went on to score numerous further number one hits on the country charts, making him a legend in the genre.
Conway Twitty's Death
The singer passed away in 1993 but his music, including "Next in Line", continues to be enjoyed by fans and followers of country music around the world. His songs are still played and streamed, and his classic tracks continue to be appreciated by new generations.

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