I Take the Chance

The Browns

About I Take the Chance

"I Take the Chance" is a song written by The Louvin Brothers, which was released in 1956 by The Browns. The song spent 21 weeks on the Billboard survey of "Most Played C&W by Jockeys", reaching No. 2, while spending 24 weeks on the Billboard survey of "C&W Best Sellers in Stores", reaching No. 6, and reaching No. 9 on the Billboard survey of "Most Played C&W in Juke Boxes". Ernest Ashworth released a cover of the song in 1962, which reached No. 7 on the Billboard "Hot Country Singles" chart.  


Year:
2013
2:35
101 
#2

 The easy, fast & fun way to learn how to sing: 30DaySinger.com

I take the chance to lose my soul my life my pride I take the chance to be with you
I've tried to live my life the best I can
I've prayed I'd never cheat to heed my heart's command
But dear you know to one I've been untrue
I wonder if you think I'd do the same by you
I take the chance of causing you to doubt my love I take the chance to be with you

I know it's wrong for us to steal a kiss
And when you hold me in your arms I can't resist
I have a home and someone kind and true I know I'd lose it all if I was seen with you
I take the chance to lose my soul my life my pride I take the chance to be with you

 The easy, fast & fun way to learn how to sing: 30DaySinger.com


The Browns

The Browns were an American country and folk music vocal trio best known for their 1959 Grammy-nominated hit, "The Three Bells". The group, composed of Jim Ed Brown and his sisters Maxine and Bonnie Brown, had a close, smooth harmony characteristic of the Nashville sound, though their music also combined elements of folk and pop. They disbanded in 1967. more »

0 fans

Written by: CHARLES LOUVIN, IRA LOUVIN

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Bluewater Music Corp.

Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind


15 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"I Take the Chance" is classified as a country music song.
Artists
The song has been performed and recorded by The Browns and The Louvin Brothers, both successful and well-known American country music groups.
Release Year of The Browns' Version
The Browns' version of "I Take the Chance" was released in 1956.
Charts Success for The Browns
The Browns' version of the song was a top ten hit on the U.S. country charts in 1956, peaking at number 2 position.
Release Year of The Louvin Brothers' Version
The Louvin Brothers' version of "I Take the Chance" was released a bit later in 1960.
Recognition
The Louvin Brothers' rendition of the song is considered one of their classics and has helped to cement their reputation in the Country genre.
Songwriters
"I Take the Chance" was written by Charlie Louvin and Ira Louvin, members of The Louvin Brothers.
Album Information - The Browns
The Browns' version of "I Take the Chance" is a part of their album titled “Sweet Sounds by The Browns”.
Album Information - The Louvin Brothers
For The Louvin Brothers, the track is a part of their album named “Thank God For My Christian Home”.
Legacy
"I Take the Chance" continues to be a well-loved song in the world of country music, covered by multiple artists throughout the years.
The Browns' Version Style
"I Take the Chance" by The Browns is a blend of smooth country music, combined with the group's signature three-part harmony vocals, which creates their unique folk-pop sound.
The Louvin Brothers' Version Style
The Louvin Brothers' version of "I Take the Chance" stands out due to the iconic close-harmony singing for which they were known.
Other Artists
Besides The Browns and The Louvin Brothers, "I Take the Chance" has also been performed by other country artists like Charlie Walker and Molly O'Day.
Duration of The Browns' Version
The Browns' version of "I Take the Chance" runs for 2 minutes and 40 seconds.
Duration of The Louvin Brothers' Version
The Louvin Brothers' version of the song is slightly shorter, running for 2 minutes and 9 seconds.

Discuss the I Take the Chance Lyrics with the community:

0 Comments

    Citation

    Use the citation below to add these lyrics to your bibliography:

    Style:MLAChicagoAPA

    "I Take the Chance Lyrics." Lyrics.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2024. Web. 28 Mar. 2024. <https://www.lyrics.com/lyric/29305924/The+Browns/I+Take+the+Chance>.

    Missing lyrics by The Browns?

    Know any other songs by The Browns? Don't keep it to yourself!

    Watch the song video

    I Take the Chance

    608
    6     0

    Browse Lyrics.com

    Quiz

    Are you a music master?

    »
    Who wrote the lyrics for "The Sound of Silence"?
    A Paul Simon
    B Art Garfunkel
    C None of them
    D Simon & Garfunkel

    Free, no signup required:

    Add to Chrome

    Get instant explanation for any lyrics that hits you anywhere on the web!

    Free, no signup required:

    Add to Firefox

    Get instant explanation for any acronym or abbreviation that hits you anywhere on the web!

    The Browns tracks

    On Radio Right Now

    Loading...

    Powered by OnRad.io


    Think you know music? Test your MusicIQ here!