My Man (Understands)
Tammy Wynette
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My man, understands He holds me in the palm of his hand And I like it, I-I like it He's a dream, the real thing He always makes me feel like a queen And I love it, I love it His arms, are warm They keep me away from harm And I'm proud of it, so proud of it He's mine, he's fine He makes a funny feelin' go up my spine And I want to keep it like this all the time He's got what I want when I want it He's got what I need when I need it I'd part a million just to keep it Just to keep on holdin' to the precious love he gives me How I hate to sit and wait When I know he's about to work late, I can't stand it, can't stand it But when, he walks in and I'm in his a-lovin' arms again I forget it, I forget it He's touch is too much He knows how to love me just enough And I love him, I-I love him My man, understands He hold me in the palm of his hand And I want to keep it like this all the time He's got what I want when I want it He's got what I need when I need it I'd part a million just to keep it Just to keep on holdin' to the precious love he gives me Uh my man, understands He hold me in the palm of his hand And I want to keep it like this all the time Yeah I want to keep it like this all the time
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Written by: BILLY SHERRILL, CARMOL TAYLOR, NORRIS D WILSON
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10 facts about this song
Release Information"My Man (Understands)" is a country song by renowned American singer Tammy Wynette. It was released in August 1972.
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Songwriting CreditsThe song was written by Billy Sherrill, Carmol Taylor, and Norro Wilson. The trio are known for creating many chart-topping hits in country music.
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Album Details"My Man (Understands)" is the leading single off Tammy Wynette's studio album, "My Man". The album was her seventh studio release and is considered one of her finest works.
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Performance on the ChartsUpon its release, "My Man (Understands)" quickly ascended the charts, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart in 1972, strengthening Wynette's position as a leading lady in country music.
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Song ThemeThe song talks about a perfect man who understands a woman's needs and dreams. It brings out the idea that true love lies in understanding and mutual respect. Additionally, it emphasizes Wynette's hallmark themes of love, relationships, and female empowerment.
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Record Label"My Man (Understands)" was released under the Epic Records label, an American record company owned by Sony Entertainment.
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CollaborationsLike many of her songs, "My Man (Understands)" was produced by Billy Sherrill, who played a pivotal role in shaping Wynette's music career and defining her sound.
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Follow-up SuccessAfter the success of "My Man (Understands)", Tammy Wynette continued to release chart-topping country hits, further establishing her as the "First Lady of Country Music".
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Later RecognitionIn 1998, the track was included in the compilation album "Tears of Fire: The 25th Anniversary Collection". This compilation brought together Wynette's biggest and most influential hits throughout her career.
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Personal ConnectionThe song was released during a time when Tammy Wynette was going through personal struggles, which added a deeper layer of authenticity and relatability to the lyrics. The singer was praised for her ability to convey such raw emotion in her performances.
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