Life Turned Her That Way
Ricky Van Shelton
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If she seems cold and bitter Then I beg of you Just stop and consider All she's gone through Don't be quick to condemn her For things she might say Just remember Life turned her that way [Chorus: x2] She's been walked on And stepped on So many times And I hate to admit it But the last footprint's mine She was cryin' When I met her She cries harder today So don't blame her Life turned her that way No don't blame her Life turned her that way
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Written by: HARLAN HOWARD
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, LEGACY OF HARLAN PERRY HOWARD, LLC
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10 facts about this song
Composer"Life Turned Her That Way" was originally written by notable country songwriter Harlan Howard.
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Original RecordingThe first performer to record the song was "Little" Jimmy Dickens in 1965.
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Mel Tillis VersionIn 1967, American country musician Mel Tillis recorded and released a version of "Life Turned Her That Way," which made it to #11 on the country charts in the United States.
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Cover VersionsOver the years, several artists have recorded their own version of the song, including Ernest Tubb, and George Jones.
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Ricky Van Shelton VersionIn 1988, country singer Ricky Van Shelton's version of "Life Turned Her That Way" reached #1 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart in the United States, making it a significant success.
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Authentic Country FlavorThe song, regardless of the artist performing it, is recognized for its authentic and traditional country sound, exemplified by traditional instrumentation and emotive storytelling.
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Song Lyrics"Life Turned Her That Way" tells the story of a woman who has become hard and bitter due to the difficulties and disappointments she's faced in life, offering a sympathetic understanding of her situation.
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Continuity of SuccessRicky Van Shelton's take on the song helped him maintain his successful run of #1 hits during the late 1980s.
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Classic Country ImpactThis song solidified both Mel Tilllis and Ricky Van Shelton’s standing as important figures in the Classic Country genre.
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Awards and RecognitionAlthough "Life Turned Her That Way" did not win any major music awards, it remains an iconic song in country music history. Ricky Van Shelton's version is often regarded as one of his signature songs.
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