Angel Flying Too Close to the Ground
Willie Nelson
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If you had not have fallen Then I would not have found you Angel flying too close to the ground I patched up your broken wing and hung around for a while Trying to keep your spirits up and your fever down I knew someday that you would fly away For love's the greatest healer to be found So leave me if you need to, I will still remember Angel flying too close to the ground Fly on fly on past, the speed of sound I'd rather see you up than see you down So leave me if you need to, I will still remember Angel flying too close to the ground So leave me if you need to, I will still remember Angel flying too close to the ground
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Written by: Willie Nelson
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10 facts about this song
Release Date & Album"Angel Flying Too Close to the Ground" is a song by Willie Nelson that is part of his studio album "Honeysuckle Rose". It was released on February 1981.
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Chart SuccessThe song attained substantial commercial success. It peaked at number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart and reached number twenty-two on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States.
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Genre ClassificationThe song is a ballad and is categorized under the genres of country and outlaw country.
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SongwritingWillie Nelson himself is the songwriter behind "Angel Flying Too Close to the Ground". Nelson is known for his songwriting talents and this song is one of his most popular.
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Context of SongThe song was written from Nelson's personal perspective, in which he shows his remorse and his hope of redemption for an angel who has fallen from her grace.
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Movie FeatureThe song was featured in the movie "Honeysuckle Rose", a drama film in which Willie Nelson plays a starring role.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by many artists over the years. Cross Canadian Ragweed, Bob Dylan, and Alison Krauss are among the many artists who have recorded their versions of the song.
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Socio-cultural Impact"Angel Flying Too Close to the Ground" has often been interpreted as Nelson's metaphor for personal suffering and redemption, making it resonate with many of his listeners. It is considered a classic in Nelson's discography.
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Live PerformancesWillie Nelson has performed "Angel Flying Too Close to the Ground" multiple times in his concerts due to its popularity.
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Awards & RecognitionAlthough the song did not win any major music awards, its commercial success and popularity among fans helped solidify Willie Nelson's place in country music history.
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