Give Me Your Word
Tennessee Ernie Ford
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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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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.
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GenreThis song is categorized under the genre of Country and Western Music, a style for which Tennessee Ernie Ford is well-known.
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Chart PerformanceThe song was Ford's only UK number-one hit, reaching the top spot on the UK Singles Chart in March 1955.
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Crossover SuccessDespite being a traditional country singer, the ballad-like nature of "Give Me Your Word" led to its cross-over success into popular music charts.
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Unique Achievement"Give Me Your Word" holds a unique distinction as the first country song to top the UK Singles Chart.
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SalesAlthough specific sales numbers are unclear, the track's immense popularity at the top of the charts indicates successful commercial performance.
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Record LabelThe song was released under Capitol Records, one of the major record labels during the mid-20th century.
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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.
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LegacyThe song is considered one of Tennessee Ernie Ford's major hits and contributes greatly to his legacy as a classic Country and Western artist.
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Release FormatIn line with the standard practice of the 1950s, "Give Me Your Word" was released as a 7" vinyl single.
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DurationAs per the standard pop song format of its time, the song has a duration of around 3 minutes.
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Cover VersionsDue to the song's popularity, it has been covered by a variety of artists in different styles, demonstrating its enduring appeal.
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Signature SongWhile 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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