I Can't Get There From Here

George Jones

About I Can't Get There From Here

"I Can't Get There from Here" is a song by American country singer George Jones. It was released as a single on the Musicor label in 1967. It was composed by Dallas Frazier. Although he didn't write it, "I Can't Get There from Here" is one in a long list of songs that Jones would record as if it was torn from the pages of his diary; as Randy Travis stated in the 1990 Jones video biography Same Ole Me, "It's almost like he's lived every minute of every word he sings, and there's very few people who can do that. " Jones, who would be admitted into a neurological hospital to seek treatment for his binge drinking in 1967, had already gained a reputation as a notorious hell raiser, imbuing Frazier's words with a weary authenticity: Surely there's a place to rest a tortured mind Oh, what I'd give if I could find A place where there's no mem'ry of all those wasted years But they all say I can't get there from hereThe song reached No. 5 on the Billboard country singles chart. 


Year:
2011
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I'm looking for the town where sadness can't be found
Where happiness is blooming all year 'round
A place where there's no heartaches and no one cries a tear
But they all say I can't get there from here.

Surely there's a place to rest a tortured mind
Oh, what I'd give if I could find
A place where there's no mem'ry of all those wasted years
But they all say I can't get there from here.

Surely there's a place to rest a tortured mind
Oh, what I'd give if I could find
A place where there's no mem'ry of all those wasted years
But they all say I can't get there from here.

They all say I can't get there from here

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George Jones

George Glenn Jones (born September 12, 1931) is an American country music singer known for his long list of hit records, his distinctive voice and phrasing, and his marriage to Tammy Wynette. more »

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Written by: DALLAS FRAZIER

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10 facts about this song

Artist Background
George Jones is often touted as one of the greatest country music singers of all time. He had an unprecedented string of hits throughout his career, spanning several decades.
Song Release
"I Can't Get There from Here" is a song performed by George Jones. It was released in 1966 as part of his record "We Found Heaven Right Here on Earth at 4033."
Song Themes
The song, like many of George Jones's hits, is a melancholic ballad about lost love and the emotional journey one undergoes. He sings about the inability to move on from the heartbreak, hence the title "I Can't Get There from Here."
Collaborative Efforts
"I Can't Get There from Here" was penned by Jerry Chesnut who was a prolific country music songwriter known to have written many other songs for George Jones and other country artists like Tammy Wynette and Elvis Presley.
Critical Reception
Although "I Can't Get There from Here" didn't achieve the kind of chart-topping success some of Jones's other songs did, it is still regarded as a classic in country music and is praised for its poignant lyrics and Jones's soulful vocal performance.
Cover Versions
While there have been numerous cover versions of many of Jones's songs, "I Can't Get There from Here" remains a less-covered piece, perhaps due in part to the raw emotional depth and personal sentiment of the song.
Live Performances
A recording of a performance of this song at the Grand Ole Opry, an iconic location in country music history, showcases George Jones's vocal prowess and emotion, making it a favorite among fans.
Historical Context
"I Can't Get There from Here" was released in a significant period in George Jones's career, when he was in the midst of his most commercially successful years, having moved away from his rockabilly roots to a more mature and subdued country sound.
Album Success
Although not the most famous song on the album "We Found Heaven Right Here on Earth at 4033," many fans and critics appreciate "I Can't Get There from Here" for being one of the standout tracks, offering a deeper glimpse into Jones's emotive storytelling ability.
Legacy
Today, "I Can't Get There from Here" continues to be a beloved track among George Jones fans and is considered a classic example of his signature style in country music.

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