Misery Loves Company
Porter Wagoner
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So break out the bottle bring on the crowd Just gather round me cause misery loves a company I've just left my home friends where I couldn't sleep For missin' a woman that I couldn't keep She just walked out and left me for somebody else Now her memory keeps hauntin' me when I'm by myself So break out the bottle bring on the crowd Tell funny stories turn the jukebox up loud Come on sit at my table where the drinks are on me Just gather round me cause misery loves company Now I'm not the first one who's lost everything To a false hearted woman with a false hearted dream But this is the first time I've suffered myself Help me get over this love I'll get over next love all by myself So break out the bottle
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Written by: JERRY REED
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8 facts about this song
Artists' Profile"Misery Loves Company" is a song performed by two legendary country musicians, Porter Wagoner and Ronnie Milsap. Porter Wagoner, known for his flashy rhinestone suits and blond pompadour, was a major force in country music from the 1950s to the 1980s. Ronnie Milsap, who is blind, carved out a long-lasting career for himself in the 1970s and became one of the most popular and enduring crossover artists in country music.
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Chart PerformancesReleased in 1962 by Porter Wagoner, the song went on to become his first number one on the Billboard country chart where it spent two weeks at the top. Ronnie Milsap's cover reached number four in the Billboard Hot Country Singles in 1980.
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Song Composition"Misery Loves Company" was written by Jerry Reed. The song is written in a classic country style and just like its title suggests, it tells the tale of heartbroken individuals who are trying to get through their sorrow by wallowing together in their misery.
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Distinct Version DifferencesWhile recorded by both Porter Wagoner and Ronnie Milsap, each version has its own distinctive flair. Wagoner's version is a more traditional country sound featuring his famous high-tenor voice. Milsap's version, on the other hand, leans toward the country-pop crossover sound that he's famous for.
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Impact on Wagoner’s CareerWith "Misery Loves Company," Apart from reaching the top of the Billboard country chart, Porter Wagoner’s career took a positive turn, placing him among the ranks of mainstream country singers. This particular title helped build his reputation and he achieved greater recognition from both fans and peers in the industry.
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Song Legacy"Misery Loves Company" has become a classic in country music, covered by numerous artists over the years. It is often cited as a quintessential example of the “tear in your beer” style of country music, known for its sad themes and emotional resonance.
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Album AssociationRonnie Milsap's version appeared on his 1980 album titled "Milsap Magic" while Porter Wagoner’s version was on his 1962’s album named after the song itself, ”Misery Loves Company.”
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Historic Record LabelPorter Wagoner’s version of "Misery Loves Company" was released under RCA Victor, the historic record label that was home to other legendary acts like Elvis Presley.
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