I Recall a Gypsy Woman
Don Williams
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Silver coins that jingle jangle, fancy shoes that dance in time Oh the secrets of her dark eyes, they did sing a gypsy rhyme Yellow clover in tangled blossoms in a meadow silky green Where she held me to her bosom, just a boy of seventeen [Chorus:] I recall a gypsy woman Silver spangles in her eyes Ivory skin against the moonlight And the taste of life's sweet wine Soft breezes blow from fragrant meadows And stir the darkness in my mind Oh gentle woman you sleep beside me Little know who haunts my mind Gypsy lady I hear your laughter and it dances in my head While my tender wife and babies slumber softly in their beds
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Written by: ALLEN REYNOLDS, BOB MCDILL, ROBERT LEE MC DILL
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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11 facts about this song
Song Origin"I Recall a Gypsy Woman" is a song by American country music artist Don Williams. It was originally released in 1973 as a track on his album "Don Williams Volume Two."
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Chart PerformanceWhile "I Recall a Gypsy Woman" was not released as a single in the U.S., it peaked at number 13 on the UK Singles Chart, making it Williams' first top 20 hit in the UK.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by a number of artists, including country musician Tommy Cash, younger brother to Johnny Cash.
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Distinctive StyleKnown for his smooth baritone voice and laid-back sound, Don Williams' "I Recall a Gypsy Woman" features his signature soothing bass vocals and acoustic guitar accompaniment.
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Songwriting CreditsThe song was written by Bob McDill and Allen Reynolds, two major songwriters in the country music industry who have penned several hits for several artists.
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RecognitionOften referred to as the "Gentle Giant" in country music due to his soft voice and towering height, Don Williams is internationally known for his unique, relaxed voice that's perfectly highlighted in "I Recall a Gypsy Woman."
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LyricsDespite its upbeat rhythm, "I Recall a Gypsy Woman" features lyrics of longing, reminiscing about a woman the singer once met.
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Popular International ReleaseAlthough it didn't gain the same traction in America, "I Recall a Gypsy Woman" found more success internationally when it was released in the UK, Australia, and other countries.
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Genre"I Recall a Gypsy Woman" is often described as a mix of country and easy listening, reflective of Don Williams' overall musical style.
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Musical Impact"I Recall a Gypsy Woman" and other songs in Don Williams' portfolio is said to have influenced a number of younger country singers, including Joe Nichols.
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Remixed VersionIn 1995, a dance remix of "I Recall a Gypsy Woman" was released in the UK which also reached the top 20 in the U.K dance chart.
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