I'd Rather Love You

Charley Pride

About I'd Rather Love You

"I'd Rather Love You" is a song written by Johnny Duncan, and recorded by American country music artist Charley Pride. It was released in January 1971 as the first single from the album I'm Just Me. The song was Pride's sixth song to top the U. S. country singles chart. The single stayed at number one for three weeks, spending a total of 13 weeks on the chart.

Year:: 1997
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If tonight should be our last night together I'm not sorry that we fell in love at all
If tomorrow sun should find me hurtin' for you I know
That the price for loving you would still be small
For I'd never know the thrill of your sweet lips
And the chills I get just knowing that you're mine
'Cause I've spent my life not knowing what real love is oh no
Though I'd be hurtin' I'm still certain
That I'd rather love and lose you than never know your love at all

For I'd never know the thrill...
Yes I'd rather love and lose you than never know your love at all

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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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Written by: JOHNNY DUNCAN

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Release Information "I'd Rather Love You" by Charley Pride was released as a single in 1971 and was featured in his album "Charley Pride Sings Heart Songs."
Album Performance The album, "Charley Pride Sings Heart Songs," peaked at number one on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart, making it a commercial success.
Chart Success "I'd Rather Love You" itself topped the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart for two weeks in 1971, becoming Pride's sixth number one single.
Awards and Recognition Although "I'd Rather Love You" didn't win any awards outright, it contributed towards Charley Pride's 1971 CMA Male Vocalist of the Year win and his nomination for Album of the Year.
Lyrics and Theme The song, like many of Pride's, is a romantic country ballad. It showcases his signature vocal style and warm treatment of the song's theme - choosing love over fame and fortune.
Song's Writers "I'd Rather Love You" was written by notable songwriters Johnny Duncan and Ed Bruce, both of whom achieved success as recording artists in their own right.
Influence and Importance "I'd Rather Love You" is often seen as a defining single in Charley Pride's career, establishing his style and confirming his place in country music.
Record Label The song was released by RCA Records, a record label known for representing big names in country music.
Cover Versions Numerous country artists have since covered "I'd Rather Love You," evidencing its impact on the genre.
Cultural Impact As a black country singer in the 1970s, Charley Pride's success with songs such as "I'd Rather Love You" was significant in challenging racial barriers in the largely white-dominated country music industry.

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