Give Me Your Word

Tennessee Ernie Ford

About Give Me Your Word

"Give Me Your Word" is a popular song written by George Wyle and Irving Taylor in 1954. The biggest selling version, recorded by Tennessee Ernie Ford, was released on 31 May 1954 by Capitol Records in the United States, and reached number 1 in the UK Singles Chart in March 1955. The record was produced by Ken Nelson. "Give Me Your Word" was Ford's first hit in the United Kingdom. The single remained at the top of the UK Singles Chart for seven weeks.


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Give me your word 
Your love will never die 
Give me your word 
You'll feel the same as I 
My heart will beat a lifetime just for you 
That's all it wants to do 
If yours is just as true 
Why don't you 
Give me your lips 
And let your lips remain 

Give me your word 
I'm not in love in vain 
Give me one hope to guide me 
One vow you'll be beside me always 
Give me your word 

Give me your lips 
And let your lips remain 
Give me your word 
I'm not in love in vain 
Give me one hope to guide me 
One vow you'll be beside me always 
Gïve me your word

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Tennessee Ernie Ford

Ernest Jennings Ford (February 13, 1919 – October 17, 1991), better known as Tennessee Ernie Ford, was an American recording artist and television host who enjoyed success in the country and Western, pop, and gospel musical genres. Today, he is best remembered for his hit recording of "Sixteen Tons". more »

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Written by: GEORGE WYLE, IRVING TAYLOR

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13 facts about this song

Release Year
"Give Me Your Word" by Tennessee Ernie Ford was released in the year 1955.
Genre
This song is categorized under the genre of Country and Western Music, a style for which Tennessee Ernie Ford is well-known.
Chart Performance
The song was Ford's only UK number-one hit, reaching the top spot on the UK Singles Chart in March 1955.
Crossover Success
Despite being a traditional country singer, the ballad-like nature of "Give Me Your Word" led to its cross-over success into popular music charts.
Unique Achievement
"Give Me Your Word" holds a unique distinction as the first country song to top the UK Singles Chart.
Sales
Although specific sales numbers are unclear, the track's immense popularity at the top of the charts indicates successful commercial performance.
Record Label
The song was released under Capitol Records, one of the major record labels during the mid-20th century.
Consecutive Hits
"Give Me Your Word" followed another successful song by Ford, "The Ballad of Davy Crockett," creating a consecutive string of hits for the singer.
Legacy
The song is considered one of Tennessee Ernie Ford's major hits and contributes greatly to his legacy as a classic Country and Western artist.
Release Format
In line with the standard practice of the 1950s, "Give Me Your Word" was released as a 7" vinyl single.
Duration
As per the standard pop song format of its time, the song has a duration of around 3 minutes.
Cover Versions
Due to the song's popularity, it has been covered by a variety of artists in different styles, demonstrating its enduring appeal.
Signature Song
While Ford is best-known for his song "Sixteen Tons," "Give Me Your Word" remains one of his signature songs due to its chart-topping success in the UK.

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