Kiss an Angel Good Mornin'

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"Kiss an Angel Good Mornin'" is a song written by Ben Peters, and recorded by American country music artist Charley Pride. It was released in October 1971 as the first single from the album Charley Pride Sings Heart Songs. The song has since become one of his signature tunes and was his eighth song to reach number one on the country charts. "Kiss an Angel Good Mornin" was also Charley Pride's first single to reach the pop charts, peaking at number twenty-one on the Billboard Hot 100, and also went into the Top Ten of the Adult Contemporary charts. It also reached #19 on the U. S. Cash Box Top 100. The song spent four months on the pop chart, longer than any of his other hits. Billboard ranked it as the No. 74 song for 1972. 


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Charley Pride

Charley Frank Pride (born March 18, 1938) is an American country music singer, musician/guitarist, recording artist, performer, and business owner. His greatest musical success came in the early-to-mid 1970s when he became the best-selling performer for RCA Records since Elvis Presley. In total, he has garnered 39 No. 1 hits on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts. more »

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Popularity of the Song
"Kiss an Angel Good Mornin'" is one of Charley Pride's most popular songs. It earned him significant cross-over success in the pop market, reaching number 21 on the Billboard Hot 100 list in 1971.
Country Charts Success
In the realm of country music, "Kiss an Angel Good Mornin'" was a grand slam as it spent five weeks at the top of the Billboard Hot Country Song charts.
Release and Album Information
This song was released in 1971 as the first single off Charley Pride's album "Charley Pride Sings Heart Songs."
Genre and Style
"Kiss an Angel Good Mornin'" helped solidify Charley Pride's distinctive style - country music infused with elements of pop and gospel.
Songwriting Credit
The song was written by Ben Peters, a noted American country music songwriter. Peters is known for his heartfelt lyrics and the catchy melodies of his songs.
Awards and recognition
Charley Pride's single was nominated for Single of the Year at the Country Music Association Awards in 1972, which Pride won.
Cover Versions
Over the years, many artists have covered "Kiss an Angel Good Mornin'", including Alan Jackson, George Jones, and Conway Twitty. These versions have varied in style from classic country to more contemporary interpretations.
TV Performances
Charley Pride often sang "Kiss an Angel Good Mornin'" during his television appearances, including his debut on The Ed Sullivan Show, and it quickly became synonymous with his name.
Influence on Other Musicians
The song has been cited as an influence on various country artists, including Darius Rucker, who credited "Kiss an Angel Good Mornin'" as one of the songs that inspired him to venture into country music.
Legacy
In 2019, about 48 years after its release, Pride performed the song at the CMA Awards alongside new-generation country star Jimmie Allen. This stands as a testament to the enduring appeal and influence of "Kiss an Angel Good Mornin'".

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