Crystal Chandelier
Charley Pride
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Oh, the crystal chandeliers light up the paintings on your wall The marble statuettes are standing stately in the hall But will the timely crowd that has you laughing loud help you dry your tears When the new wears off of your crystal chandeliers I never did fit in too well with the folks you knew And it's plain to see that the likes of me don't fit with you So you traded me for the gaiety of the well to do And you turned away from the love I offered you Oh, the crystal chandeliers light up the paintings on your wall The marble statuettes are standing stately in the hall But will the timely crowd that has you laughing loud help you dry your tears When the new wears off of your crystal chandeliers I see your picture in the news most every day You're the chosen girl of the social world so the stories say But a paper smile only lasts a while then it fades away And the love we knew will come home to you some day Oh, the crystal chandeliers light up the paintings on your wall The marble statuettes are standing stately in the hall But will the timely crowd that has you laughing loud help you dry your tears When the new wears off of your crystal chandeliers When the new wears off of your crystal chandeliers
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Written by: THEODORE (TED) HARRIS
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11 facts about this song
Release Date"Crystal Chandelier" was released by Charley Pride in 1967, making it over five decades old.
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Not the Original ArtistAlthough Charley Pride's version of "Crystal Chandeliers" is one of the most popular, he is not the original artist. The song was first recorded by its writer, Carl Belew, in 1965.
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GenreThe song belongs to the country music genre, aligning with Charley Pride's musical career where he became one of the few black country musicians to have had considerable success in the largely white country music industry.
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Highest Peak on ChartsDespite being a well-known song, "Crystal Chandeliers" did not make it into the American music charts. However, it reached number 5 in the Irish charts and charted in a few other countries.
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Popularity in IrelandThe song has had enduring popularity in Ireland, partly due to it being frequently covered by Irish musicians including Philomena Begley and Daniel O'Donnell.
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Charley Pride's Signature SongDespite never being a major hit, "Crystal Chandeliers" has become one of Charley Pride's signature songs.
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Cover VersionsNumerous popular artists, including Vic Reeves and the Big Band, have also covered the song, illustrating its enduring resonance in country music culture.
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Album Appearance"Crystal Chandeliers" appeared on Charley Pride's 1967 album, "The Country Way," which consisted of 12 tracks.
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Song's ThemeThe song's lyrics focus on the idea that love and happiness are not measured in material wealth but in the emotional bond between people. The 'crystal chandeliers' in the song are used as a symbol for false, materialistic notions of happiness.
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Live PerformancesAs one of his signature songs, "Crystal Chandeliers" was frequently included in Charley Pride's live performances. This contributed to the song's popularity among fans.
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The Influence on Other ArtistsCharley Pride's success with "Crystal Chandeliers" and other songs paved the way for more diversity in the country music genre. Today, a number of black artists attribute their success in the genre to Charley Pride.
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