You're My Best Friend
Don Williams
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You placed gold on my finger You brought love like I've never known You gave life to our children And to me a reason to go on You're my bread when I'm hungry You're my shelter from troubled winds You're my anchor in life's ocean But most of all you're my best friend When I need hope and inspiration You're always strong when I'm tired and weak I could search this whole world over You'd still be everything that I need You're my bread when I'm hungry You're my shelter from troubled winds You're my anchor in life's ocean But most of all you're my best friend You're my bread when I'm hungry You're my shelter from troubled winds You're my anchor in life's ocean But most of all you're my best friend
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Written by: Wayland D. Holyfield
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave
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13 facts about this song
Genre Classification"You're My Best Friend" is a country song by "Don Williams."
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CompositionThe song was written by Wayland Holyfield, a renowned songwriter in country music.
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Album FactsThe song is the titular track of Williams' album "You're My Best Friend," which was released in 1975.
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Chart Performance"You're My Best Friend" was a major hit and achieved #1 position on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.
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Commercial SuccessIn Canada, the song reached #2 on the RPM Country Tracks chart, testifying to its international success.
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ReceptionThe song is often considered one of Don Williams' signature songs and is one of his most beloved tunes by fans.
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Musical StyleThe song encapsulates Williams' smooth and laid-back singing style that contributed to his reputation as the "Gentle Giant" of country music.
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Cover Versions"You're My Best Friend" has been covered numerous times by other artists, including country-music singer John Berry.
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LegacyThe song is a favorite among many traditional country music enthusiasts and continues to receive regular radio airplay.
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Live PerformanceWilliams often included "You're My Best Friend" in his live performances which was always warmly received by the audience.
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AccoladeIn 1976, at the 10th Annual Country Music Association Awards, the song was nominated for "Single of the Year".
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Record LabelThe song was released by the record label ABC Dot, which later became MCA records after a merger.
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PersistenceDespite Williams' initial concerns about whether audiences would like his songs, "You're My Best Friend" proved to be a huge success, solidifying his place in the country music scene.
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