Right or Wrong

Wanda Jackson

About Right or Wrong

"Right or Wrong" or "Right or Wrong (I'll Be with You)" is a song written and originally recorded by Wanda Jackson, an American country, rock, and Christian music artist. Originally, the song was a major country and pop hit for Jackson in 1961. A second version was released in 1964 that became popular by American pop artist, Ronnie Dove.


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Right or wrong I'll be with you
I'll do what you ask me to
For I believe that I belong
By your side, right or wrong

Right or wrong it's got to be
Always you, always me
Won't you take me along
To be with you right or wrong?

If it's right for me to love you
It can't be wrong for me to care
If you will say you love me
My life with you I'll share

Right or wrong, day by day
All my love, all the way
For I believe that I belong
By your side, right or wrong

If it's right for me to love you
It can't be wrong for me to care
If you will say you love me
My life with you I'll share

Right or wrong, day by day
All my love, all the way
For I believe that I belong
By your side, right or wrong

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Wanda Jackson

Wanda Lavonne Jackson (born October 20, 1937) is an American singer, songwriter, pianist and guitarist who had success in the mid-1950s and 1960s as one of the first popular female rockabilly singers and a pioneering rock and roll artist. She is known to many as the Queen (or First Lady) of Rockabilly. more »

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Written by: WANDA JACKSON

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Artist Background
"Right or Wrong" is a song performed by Ronnie Dove and Wanda Jackson. Ronnie Dove, born in Maryland, is an American pop and country singer who gained fame in the mid to late 1960's. Known as "The Patsy Cline of Country Music," Wanda Jackson is an award-winning singer, songwriter, and musician also often referred to as the "Queen of Rockabilly" or the "First Lady of Rockabilly."
Song Origin
“Right or Wrong” was first written and introduced by jazz musician W.C. Handy in 1921. It was then covered by many artists.
Different Versions
Wanda Jackson and Ronnie Dove's particular version of "Right or Wrong" was released in 1964. However, Jackson recorded her initial version of the song in 1961 for Capitol records, while Ronnie Dove’s single version was recorded in 1964.
Popularity
Ronnie Dove's version of "Right or Wrong" reached number 14 in the US pop charts in 1964. This was his first top 20 hit, which launched his singing career.
Other Famous Cover
"Right or Wrong" has been covered by several famous artists throughout its life. A notable version was recorded by singer and songwriter George Strait in 1983. Strait's rendition of the song also became a significant hit, reaching number one on the country charts.
Signature Song
Although both Ronnie Dove and Wanda Jackson have a number of popular songs to their names, "Right or Wrong" remains one of their most recognizable and enduring hits.
Genre
The song is primarily a pop ballad. However, given the different styles of Wanda Jackson and Ronnie Dove, it has also been categorized under the country and rockabilly genres.
Albums
Dove's version of "Right or Wrong" was included in his debut album, "Right Or Wrong," while Wanda Jackson's version was featured in her 1961 album "Right or Wrong and Other Great Country Anthems."
Lyrics
The song's lyrics tell the love story in which the singer declares their unconditional love for their significant other, "right or wrong". It dwells on the theme of unyielding devotion, irrespective of the consequences.
Live Performances
Both Jackson and Dove have performed "Right or Wrong" many times live, both as solo performances and duets. These performances were usually met with significant applause and appreciation from audiences.

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