I'll Never Be Free

Tennessee Ernie Ford, Kay Starr

About I'll Never Be Free

"I'll Never Be Free" is a song written by Bennie Benjamin and George Weiss and performed by Kay Starr and Tennessee Ernie Ford. It reached #2 on the U. S. country chart and #3 on the U. S. pop chart in 1950.


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2005
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Each time I hold someone new
My arms grow cold aching for you
No one can take your place
Darling in my embrace
I'll never be free

And when my lips burn with desire
No other kiss puts out the fire
Though I may try and try
No one can satisfy this longing in me

I'll never be free from your smile so tender
The sweet surrender in your eyes
How can I be free when I still remember
How you could thrill me with a sigh

Just like a chain bound to my heart
Your love remains when we're apart
Each kiss I gave to you
Made me a slave to you
I'll never be free

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Tennessee Ernie Ford

Ernest Jennings Ford (February 13, 1919 – October 17, 1991), better known as Tennessee Ernie Ford, was an American recording artist and television host who enjoyed success in the country and Western, pop, and gospel musical genres. Today, he is best remembered for his hit recording of "Sixteen Tons". more »

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Written by: Bennie Benjamin, George David Weiss

Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Release Date
"I'll Never Be Free" by Kay Starr and Tennessee Ernie Ford was released in the year 1950.
Genre
The song falls under the genre of Traditional Pop and Country music.
Songwriters
This song is the result of a beautiful collaboration between Bennie Benjamin and George David Weiss, two well-regarded American songwriters.
Chart Performance
On its release, the song was highly successful and reached the number 3 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Cover Versions
Numerous other artists, including Willie Nelson, Louis Jordan, Jean Shepard, and Ferlin Husky have covered "I'll Never Be Free."
Reunion
After their initial hit, Kay Starr and Tennessee Ernie Ford would team up again in 1962 to record the album, "Great Gospel Songs."
Lyrics
The song describes the strong bond of love and devotion that goes beyond the restrictions of freedom. It explores the theme of being inescapably in love.
Ford's Music Career
This song is one of many hits for Tennessee Ernie Ford who was a well-known American recording artist and television host who enjoyed success in the country and Western, pop, and gospel musical genres.
Starr's Music Career
For Kay Starr, "I'll Never Be Free" added another hit to her repertoire. Starr was a famous American pop and jazz singer who is best known for her Billboard hits including "Wheel of Fortune" and "The Rock And Roll Waltz."
Cultural Impact
The song holds a significant place in popular culture, often being used in movies and television shows. Its melancholic tone and sentimental lyrics offer a perfect background for scenes depicting deep emotional bonds.

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