Husbands and Wives
Roger Miller
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Two broken hearts lonely looking like Houses where nobody lives. Two people each having so much pride Inside Neither side forgives. The angry words spoken in haste, Such a waste of two lives, It's my belief, Pride is the chief cause and the decline In the number of husbands and wives. A woman and a man, a man and a woman; Some can and some can't And some can't.
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Written by: ROGER MILLER
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10 facts about this song
Original CreationThe song "Husbands and Wives" was originally written and performed by American country music singer-songwriter Roger Miller. The song was first released in 1966.
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Chart Performance - Roger Miller VersionRoger Miller's original performance of "Husbands and Wives" was quite successful. It reached the number 2 spot on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart in 1966.
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Lyric ComplexityThe song is known for its profound lyrics, highlighting the strains and complexities of marriage and relationships. The lyrics reflect a level of introspection that was not commonly found in country music at that time.
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Cover By Neil Diamond"Husbands and Wives" was covered by the popular American singer-songwriter Neil Diamond in 1991. His version featured on his studio album "Lovescape."
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Chart Performance - Neil Diamond VersionDiamond's cover version of "Husbands and Wives" did very well on the charts. It reached number 23 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 21 on the Adult Contemporary chart in 1992.
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Ringo Starr’s CoverFormer Beatles drummer Ringo Starr also covered "Husbands and Wives" in 1998. His version was featured on his country-themed album, "Vertical Man."
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The Everly Brothers' CoverFamous rock n roll duo, The Everly Brothers, covered "Husbands and Wives" in their 1967 studio album "The Hit Sound of the Everly Brothers." The album, however, did not chart.
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Multiple Artists' Influence"Husbands and Wives" has been covered by a diverse group of artists from different genres, underscoring the song's universal appeal and its ability to transcend boundaries.
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Grammy RecognitionRoger Miller's original recording of the song won a Grammy Award in 1967 for Best Country & Western Vocal Performance, Male.
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Cultural ImpactThe song has been recognized as a classic in country music, with its haunting melody and poignant lyrics often cited as a perfect representation of the introspective country music of the 1960s.
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