Optimistic
Skeeter Davis
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How long is the river? How deep is the sea? How long is forever? That's how long you'll love me My heart is beating fast I found true love at last I'm so optimistic I know this new love will last How high is the mountain? How far out of space? How long could I hold you In a lover's embrace? Until the end of time A love that's so divine I'm so optimistic about This new love of mine
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Written by: Gary Dennis Hines, James Samuel Harris, Terry Steven Lewis
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ARTISTSkeeter Davis, born as Mary Frances Penick, was an accomplished American country music singer who enjoyed mainstream popularity in the late 1950s and 1960s. She was recognized for her crossover music, which encompassed pop, country, and gospel genres.
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SONG RELEASEThe song "Optimistic" by Skeeter Davis came out in 1961, as part of her studio album titled "Here's the Answer".
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ALBUM"Here's the Answer" was her third studio album under RCA Victor Records, and this album had a unique concept where she sang answer songs to hit singles from other artists.
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SONG GENRE"Optimistic," like much of Davis' work, can be categorized under the country-pop genre. It also encapsulates elements of the Nashville sound, a sub-genre of country music that was popular during the 1950s and 1960s.
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LYRICAL THEMEThe lyrics of "Optimistic" convey the message of positivity and looking forward to a better future, reflecting Davis's upbeat personality and philosophy of life.
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CAREER IMPACTWhile "Optimistic" did not achieve the same level of commercial success as some of her other songs, it helped cement Davis's reputation as a versatile and likeable artist.
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LIVE PERFORMANCESSkeeter Davis has performed "Optimistic" in several live performances throughout her career, enhancing her intimacy with her fans and engaging wider audiences.
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AWARDS & RECOGNITIONSThough the song “Optimistic” did not fetch many awards or recognitions, Skeeter Davis, over her career, received a Grammy nomination and was also invited as a member of the Grand Ole Opry, making her one of the first women to become a member of this prestigious country music institution.
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CULTURAL IMPACTWhile “Optimistic” may not be the most famous track of Davis, it carries a cheerful and uplifting message which is resonant with her audience and continues to be appreciated by fans of '60s country-pop music.
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