I'll Be There (If You Ever Want Me)

Willie Nelson, Ray Price

About I'll Be There (If You Ever Want Me)

"I'll Be There (If You Ever Want Me)"' is a song co-written and originally released as a single by American country artist Ray Price. After becoming a major country hit in 1954, the song has been covered by numerous artists such as Cowboy Copas, Elvis Presley, Connie Smith, Johnny Bush, George Jones and Tammy Wynette, Ronnie Milsap, Heather Myles, Martina McBride, Sam Palladio, Don White & Eric Clapton, Willie Nelson, Nick Lowe, Gail Davies and J. J. Cale.

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Willie Nelson

Willie Hugh Nelson (pronounced /wɪli nɛlsən /; born April 30, 1933) is an American country music singer-songwriter, as well as an author, poet, actor, and activist. The critical success of the album Shotgun Willie (1973), combined with the critical and commercial success of Red Headed Stranger (1975) and Stardust (1978), made Nelson one of the most recognized artists in country music. He was one of the main figures of outlaw country, a subgenre of country music that developed at the end of the 1960s as a reaction to the conservative restrictions of the Nashville sound. Nelson has acted in over 30 films, co-authored several books, and has been involved in activism for the use of biofuels and the legalization of marijuana. more »

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Folk, World, & Country

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Country

12 facts about this song

Song Original Release "I'll Be There (If You Ever Want Me)" was originally released by Ray Price in 1954.
Song Composition The song was written by Rusty Gabbard and Ray Price.
Notable Covers Numerous artists have covered "I'll Be There (If You Ever Want Me)" including country music greats like George Jones, Tammy Wynette, and Willie Nelson.
Popularity Ray Price's version of the song was a major hit, peaking at No. 2 on the Billboard country chart.
George Jones Cover George Jones recorded his cover of "I'll Be There (If You Ever Want Me)" in 1958 for Mercury Records.
Tammy Wynette Cover Tammy Wynette covered the song in her 1970 album, "Tammy's Touch."
Willie Nelson Cover Willie Nelson recorded a cover of "I'll Be There (If You Ever Want Me)" for his 1977 album, "To Lefty from Willie."
Connie Smith Cover The legendary Connie Smith also recorded the song, which appeared on her compilation album released in 2001.
Ronnie Milsap Cover Ronnie Milsap gave a soulful touch to the song in his cover for the 2006 album, “Country Again.”
Eric Clapton Cover The rock and blues guitarist Eric Clapton covered the song on his 2013 album "Old Sock."
Heather Myles Cover Californian country singer Heather Myles recorded her rendition of the song for her 1998 album, "Highways & Honky Tonks."
Song Impact With so many covers of "I'll Be There (If You Ever Want Me)" by various artists, it has become a defining song in traditional country music.

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