Cry of the Wild Goose

Frankie Laine

About Cry of the Wild Goose

"The Cry of the Wild Goose" is a 1950 song written by Terry Gilkyson. Originally performed by Frankie Laine, the song was the third of three consecutive number-one hits for him, following the previous year's hits "That Lucky Old Sun" and "Mule Train". The song was released as a 78 rpm vinyl record in early 1950 by Mercury Records with a catalog number of 5363. The Laine version spent two weeks at number-one on the Billboard Most Played by Jockeys music chart in March 1950. The song was later covered by Tennessee Ernie Ford. Brian Setzer covered the song on 2003's Nitro Burnin' Funny Daddy, changing the title and lyrics to "wild wind" rather than "wild goose." 


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My heart knows what the wild goose knows
And I must go where the wild goose goes
Wild goose, brother goose, which is best?
A wandering fool or a heart at rest?

Tonight I heard the wild goose cry
Hanging north in the lonely sky
Tried to sleep, it wasn't no use
Cause I am a brother to the old wild goose

[Chorus:]

(Oh, my heart knows what the wild goose knows)
(And I must go where the wild goose goes)
Wild goose, brother goose, which is best?
A wandering fool or a heart at rest?

Woman was kind and true to me
She thinks she loves me, more fool she!
She's got a love that ain't no use
To love a brother of the old wild goose

The cabin is warm and the snow is deep
And I got a woman who lies asleep
She'll wake up tomorrow's dawn
And find, poor critter, that her man is gone

(Oh, my heart knows what the wild goose knows)
(And I must go where the wild goose goes)
(Wild goose, brother goose, which is best?)
(A wandering fool or a heart at rest?)

Let me fly, let me fly, let me fly away

Spring is coming and the ice will break
And I can't linger for a woman's sake
She'll see a shadow pass overhead
And she'll find a feather 'side her bed

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Frankie Laine

Frankie Laine (March 30, 1913 – February 6, 2007), born Francesco Paolo LoVecchio, was a successful American singer, songwriter, and actor whose career spanned 75 years, from his first concerts in 1930 with a marathon dance company to his final performance of "That's My Desire" in 2005. Often billed as America's Number One Song Stylist, his other nicknames include Mr. Rhythm, Old Leather Lungs, and Mr. Steel Tonsils. His hits included "That's My Desire," "That Lucky Old Sun," "Mule Train," "Cry of the Wild Goose," "Jezebel," "High Noon," "I Believe," "Hey Joe!," "The Kid's Last Fight," "Cool Water," "Moonlight Gambler," "Love is a Golden Ring," "Rawhide," and "Lord, You Gave Me a Mountain." more »

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Written by: TERRY GILKYSON

Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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12 facts about this song

Release Information
"Cry of the Wild Goose" is a popular song that was released by singer Frankie Laine in 1950.
Chart Performance
The song was incredibly successful and reached the number one spot on Billboard magazine's top folk records chart.
Composer
It was written by American songwriter Terry Gilkyson, who was also a folk singer.
Film Connection
The song was included in the soundtrack of the 1950 film "Our Very Own."
Other Versions
Besides Frankie Laine, the song was also performed by another famous country singer, Tennessee Ernie Ford, known for his baritone voice.
Album Appearance
"Cry of the Wild Goose" is included in Frankie Laine's album "Frankie Laine's Greatest Hits" released in 1958.
Song Theme
The song tells the story of a man who cannot settle down and feels the pull of the wilderness and freedom, much like the wild goose of the title.
Billboard Record
Frankie Laine's recording of "Cry of the Wild Goose" spent two weeks at number one on the Billboard charts in March 1950.
Unique Style
The song is notable for its dramatic vocal performance and orchestration, which makes it stand out from the popular music trends of the time.
Historic Significance
"Cry of the Wild Goose" is considered one of Frankie Laine's signature songs, and it helped to establish his lasting popularity as a singer.
Last Chart-Topper
This song was Frankie Laine's last chart-topper until the 1960s, demonstrating the impact it had on his career.
Genre
"Cry of the Wild Goose" could be classified as a Folk and Country music genre song.

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