Half as Much
Ray Charles
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Well, if you loved me half as much as I love you You couldn't worry me half as much as you do Woah, you're so nice to me when there's no one else around But you only build me up to take me down Oh, but if you missed me half as much as I miss you Well, you couldn't stay away half as much as you do Woah, I know that I could never be this blue Well, if you only loved me half as much as I love you I know that I, I know that I could never be this blue Woah, if you only loved me half as much as I love you Well, as I love you Oh, as I love you
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Written by: WOUT VAN DESSEL, REGINALD PAUL STEFAN PENXTEN
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10 facts about this song
Composer and Writers"Half As Much" was composed by Hank Williams, a notable figure in country music tradition.
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GenreThe song was released in the genre of Country and Pop.
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Eddy Arnold's VersionEddy Arnold, "The Tennessee Plowboy" was one of the stalwarts of country music and his rendition of "Half As Much" was well-received by his fans. He was noted for his warm baritone voice that added a unique touch to the song.
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Patsy Cline's VersionPatsy Cline recorded her version of "Half As Much" in 1962 as part of her album entitled "Sentimentally Yours". Cline’s emotive and powerful contralto vocals brought a depth of feeling to the song that resonated with many.
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Ray Charles' VersionIn 1962, Ray Charles also recorded the song. His version was incorporated into the album "Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music", which is a campaign to break racial barriers in popular music during the Civil Right Movement-era.
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Rosemary Clooney's CoverRosemary Clooney, an American singer and actress, had a hit version of "Half As Much" in 1952. It was released by Columbia Records and was number three on the UK Singles Chart.
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General ReceptionThe song is celebrated for its poignant lyrics and has been covered by several artists across genres, testifying to its timeless appeal.
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LyricsThe lyrics of "Half As Much" are about unrequited love, expressing the wish of the singer that their love interest felt 'half as much' for them as they did for them.
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Other VersionsApart from the above-discussed versions, other artists like Hank Williams Sr., George Jones, Kitty Wells, and Elvis Presley have also covered "Half As Much".
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PopularityThe song has remained a favorite amongst country and pop music lovers and continues to be played and covered even today. Its enduring popularity underscores its timeless appeal and quality.
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