On My Knees
Charlie Rich, Janie Fricke
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You followed me to Texas You followed me to Utah We didn't find it there So we moved on You went with me to Alabama And things looked good in Birmingham We didn't find it there So, we moved on I know you're tired of following My elusive dreams and schemes For they're only fleeting things My elusive dreams You had my child in Memphis Then I heard of work in Nashville But we didn't find it there So we moved on To a small farm in Nebraska To a gold mine in Alaska We didn't find it there So we moved on Now we've left Alaska Cause there was no gold there But this time Only two of us moved on Now all we have is each other, And a little memory to cling to Still you won't let me go Go on alone I know you're tired of following My elusive dreams and schemes For they're only fleeting things My elusive dreams
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Written by: Billy Sherrill, Claude Putman Jr., Curly Putman
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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11 facts about this song
Genre"On My Knees" is categorized primarily as a country and soul song, blending elements of both musical styles together.
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Release Date"On My Knees" was released in 1978, during a time when the country music genre was experiencing significant growth and evolution.
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AlbumThe song is part of the album "Every Time You Touch Me (I Get High)" which was released by Charlie Rich a few years prior in 1975.
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InfluenceCharlie Rich, known for his impact on the country and pop genres, provides a deeply heartfelt performance on "On My Knees" that is reminiscent of his early blues influences.
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SongwritersThe song was written by Charlie Rich himself along with Billy Sherrill, who was one of the significant songwriters and producers in the country music industry.
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AwardsAlthough "On My Knees" itself did not win any awards, it was released during the peak of Charlie Rich’s career, a period during which he won Grammy Awards for Best Male Country Vocal Performance for his other songs.
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LyricsThe song's lyrics have been praised for their emotional depth, and Rich's delivery has been described as soulful and passionate.
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Chart PerformanceDespite its critical acclaim, "On My Knees" did not break into major music charts, unlike some of Rich's other hits.
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Charlie Rich's Artistry"On My Knees," like many of Rich's songs, showcases his ability to fuse different music genres, such as country, pop, soul, and blues, into a cohesive and compelling sound.
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Cover VersionsOver the years, "On My Knees" has been covered by several other artists, demonstrating the enduring appeal of this song.
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LegacyWhile it wasn't one of his more commercially successful songs, "On My Knees" is still considered an integral part of Charlie Rich's versatile and extensive discography.
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