You Can Make It If You Try
The Rolling Stones
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You can make it if you try You can make it if you try You can make it if you try Yeh, yeh you can make it if you try Sometime you had to fall Don't you know sometime you want to cry Don't it make you feel so bad sometime You want to lay down and die Yeh, yeh, you can make it if you try, ummm If you're baby treats you wrong Don't run around being blue Remember my friend Everybody can't win Cause you know sometime, sometime You got to lose You can make it if you try They always told me I could make it if I tried I'm going to make it if i try Yeh, yeh, I'm gonna make it if I try If you try
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Written by: SYLVESTER STEWART
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10 facts about this song
Gene Allison Original Release"You Can Make It If You Try" was originally recorded by American rhythm and blues singer, Gene Allison. The song was released in 1957.
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Gene Allison's Chart SuccessThe song ranked high on R&B charts, hitting the top five soon after its release. It also made the top 40 list on pop charts in the United States.
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Song CompositionThe song was composed by songwriter Ted Jarrett. His works were popular in the R&B genre during the 50s and 60s.
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The Rolling Stones Cover VersionThe Rolling Stones, a British rock band, recorded a cover version of "You Can Make It If You Try" for their debut album in 1964.
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Album SuccessTheir self-titled album (often referred to as "The Rolling Stones (England's Newest Hit Makers)" in the U.S.) peaked at number one on the UK charts, contributing to the Stones' early success.
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The Rolling Stones' GenreThe Rolling Stones' cover of "You Can Make It If You Try" was one of their earliest experimentation with R&B, a genre they would further explore and adapt into their distinctive rock sound.
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Legacy"You Can Make It If You Try" has been covered by numerous other artists over the years, highlighting its enduring appeal and influence in the music industry.
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Unique Performing StyleGene Allison's performance of the song added a gospel tinge to the R&B genre, while the Rolling Stones brought a more rock and roll flavor to their version.
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Lyrics ContentThe song's motivational lyrics, stating that success can be achieved through persistence, have resonated with many listeners.
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Rolling Stones' Member AdditionThe album featuring "You Can Make It If You Try" by The Rolling Stones is noted as the first album on which the band's long-term drummer, Charlie Watts, played.
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