My Last Date
Skeeter Davis
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One hour and I'll be meeting you I know you're gonna make me blue My heart is trembling through and through 'Cause I know very well, I can tell, I can tell This will be my last date with you Just can't believe that this could end I know, I'll never love again You'll ask me to be just a friend It's as plain as can be, I can see, I can see This will be my last date with you I know we had a quarrel But all sweethearts do I gave my heart to prove to you That I would always love you and be true I know you've met somebody new You'll tell me, you and I are through My plans and dreams cannot come true And when you say goodby, I know I will cry 'Cause I know it's my last date with you
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Written by: Floyd Cramer
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13 facts about this song
Release Date"My Last Date (With You)" by Skeeter Davis was released in 1961.
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AlbumThe song was part of her album, titled "Here's the Answer".
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Chart SuccessThe song peaked at #5 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and #26 on the Billboard Hot 100.
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Cover Version"My Last Date" is a sung version of the instrumental track "Last Date" by Floyd Cramer.
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Lyrics ContributionThe lyrics for "My Last Date" were written by Skeeter Davis, Boudleaux Bryant, and Floyd Cramer.
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GenreThe song falls under the country-pop genre.
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Background VocalsThe background vocals in the song were performed by the popular singing group, The Jordanaires.
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Language Empowerment"My Last Date (With You)" was one of the songs that helped transform the narrative in country music, allowing women to express more complex sentiments and personal independence.
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Record LabelThe song was released under the RCA Victor record label, one of the major record labels in the 1960's.
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Re-recordings"My Last Date (With You)" has been re-recorded by various artists across different genres besides country music including R&B and pop.
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Other Chart SuccessOutside of the U.S., "My Last Date (With You)" found success in other countries, charting #45 in the UK singles chart.
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Popularity LongevityDespite being released over five decades ago, "My Last Date (With You)" continues to be a popular song in Skeeter Davis' discography, often played on oldies and classic country radio stations.
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Tribute SongThe song was released as a tribute to Floyd Cramer's instrumental number, which was a big hit in its own right.
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