Statue of a Fool
Ricky Van Shelton
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Somewhere there should be For all the world to see A statue of a fool Made of stone The image of a man Who let love Slip through his hands And then Just let him stand there All alone And they're on his face A gold tear Should be placed To honor the million Tears he's cried And the hurt in his eyes Will it show So everyone will know That concealed is A broken heart inside So build me a statue And lord build it high So that all can see Then inscribe The worlds greatest fool And name it after me
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Written by: JAN CRUTCHFIELD
Lyrics © DIXIE JANE MUSIC, BMG Rights Management
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10 facts about this song
Release of Original Song"Statue of a Fool" was originally written and performed by Jack Greene. It was released in April 1969 as the third and final single from his album "Love Takes Care of Me."
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Chart PerformanceJack Greene’s version of the song was a massive success, reaching the number one position on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Singles chart.
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Award Winning SongThe success of "Statue of a Fool" contributed to Greene's CMA awards in 1967, where he won Male Vocalist of the Year, Album of the Year, and Song of the Year.
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Who Wrote the song?There has been a debate regarding the song's authorship, with both Jack Greene and Jan Crutchfield claiming to have written it. However, it is largely accepted that Crutchfield is the legitimate author.
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Ricky Van Shelton's CoverYears later, Ricky Van Shelton covered the song. His version was released in June 1989 as the fourth single from his album "Loving Proof."
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Repeated SuccessRicky Van Shelton’s version of the song also reached the number one position on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Singles chart, just like Greene's original rendition had done two decades prior.
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Music VideoThe Ricky Van Shelton’s version of the song featured a notable music video, directed by Bill Young.
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Country ClassicDespite its controversies, "Statue of a Fool" has been cited in various country music histories and biographies, signifying its status as a classic in the genre.
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Other CoversThe song has been covered by several other artists including Brian Collins, Bill Medley, and David Ruffin, showcasing its enduring popularity.
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Song Meaning"Statue of a Fool" is a song about a man reflecting on his failed relationship, and suggesting that a statue be built in his honor, depicting him as a fool for losing his love.
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