I Can't Get Close Enough
Exile, Janie Fricke
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Anything, I would give anything If I could only show you How strong my passion is for you But every time I've tried to tell you I can't find the right words to say No matter how hard I keep trying I just haven't found a way I can't get close enough, I can't get close enough to you Just holding you tight, all night, doesn't seem to do I can't get near enough, I can't get near enough of you But you know that, it's a good kind of thing I'm going through Everywhere, I would go everywhere Right beside you, if that would prove my love for you Wherever you lead, I would follow, it makes no difference, you see I'd give anything to make you understand how much you mean to me I can't get close enough, I can't get close enough to you Just holding you tight, all night, doesn't seem to do I can't get near enough, I can't get near enough of you But you know that, it's a good kind of thing I'm going through Oh, I can't get close enough, I can't get close enough to you Just holding you tight, all night, doesn't seem to do I can't get near enough, I can't get near enough of you But you know that, it's a good kind of thing I'm going through But you know that, it's a good kind of thing I'm going through Got to get closer, near enough, near enough for you (Oh, I've got to get closer) Close enough, got to get closer, near enough, near enough (Near enough for you) Close enough, got to get closer Near enough for you Close enough, got to get closer (Oh, I've got to get closer) Near enough (Near enough)
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Written by: DANN HUFF, MARK SPIRO
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11 facts about this song
Song Origin"I Can't Get Close Enough" is a song performed by the American band Exile. It was released as a country song in 1987, highlighting the band's successful transition from pop to country music.
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Album InclusionThe song is included in Exile's album "Shelter From The Night", which was the band's second project under the Epic Records label.
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Chart PerformanceThis track managed to hit number 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart. This was Exile's last single to achieve this feat.
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Song Duration"I Can't Get Close Enough" runs for approximately 5 minutes and 8 seconds, offering a true delight for country music fans with its heartfelt lyrics and catchy melody.
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SongwritersThe track was penned by Exile band members J.P. Pennington and Sonny LeMaire. Both were core members of the band and played significant roles in shaping Exile's music style.
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Video MakingThe music video for "I Can't Get Close Enough" was directed by David Hogan, who has numerous country music videos under his belt.
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LegacyDespite being one of the later singles from the band, "I Can't Get Close Enough" continues to be one of the most loved and recognized songs in Exile's discography.
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TransitionExile originally was a rock band best known for their hit "Kiss You All Over" in 1978, but "I Can't Get Close Enough" is a testament to their successful transition into country music in the 1980s.
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Band MembersBesides J.P. Pennington and Sonny LeMaire, the other members of Exile during the time this song was recorded were Steve Goetzman, Marlon Hargis and Les Taylor.
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Grammy WinAlthough "I Can't Get Close Enough" itself didn't win any awards, Exile received a Grammy Award for Best Country Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal in 1984, cementing their status in the country music genre.
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Live Performances"I Can't Get Close Enough" remains a popular song during Exile's live performances, reflecting the band's harmonious sound and demonstrating their chemistry and passion.
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