That Was a Close One
Earl Thomas Conley
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Artist Trivia"That Was a Close One" is one of the hit singles by Earl Thomas Conley who's known as one of the most successful country artists in the 1980s. Conley had a total of 18 number one hits on the Billboard country charts during his career.
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Chart PerformanceReleased in 1987, "That Was a Close One" successfully peaked at number 2 in the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.
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Album DetailsThe song was included in the album "Too Many Times", which was Conley's seventh studio album. The album had a good reception reaching number three on the US Billboard Top Country Albums.
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Genre Classification"That Was a Close One" falls under the traditional country music genre, a style which Conley was famous for during his active years in the music industry.
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SongwritingEarl Thomas Conley was not only a talented singer but also a proficient songwriter. He co-wrote "That Was a Close One" with fellow singer-songwriter Randy Scruggs.
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Unique SoundConley's voice was renowned for its rich, full-bodied character, which added an emotional depth to songs like "That Was a Close One."
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Song MeaningLyrics of "That Was a Close One" depict the story of a man reflecting on a relationship that almost ended but did not.
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PopularityThough not one of Conley's number one hits, the song eventually became a staple in country music radio stations and Classic Country playlists.
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Personal ImpactThe song, delivered with ultimate sincerity, profoundly impacted many fans, with many attributing their ability to overcome relationship hiccups to its comforting message.
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Musical InfluenceLike many of his hits, "That Was a Close One" has played a notable role in shaping the sound of mainstream country music during the late 80s and beyond.
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Posthumous LegacyEven after Conley's passing in 2019, "That Was a Close One" remains one of his most celebrated tracks, continuing his influence on the country music genre.
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