Slowly
Webb Pierce
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Slowly I'm falling more in love with you And slowly you're winning a heart that can be true Now I can't hide my feelings no matter what I do For slowly I'm falling more in love with you More and more I need you and want you by my side More and more I love you as each day passes by My heart I know you're stealing I hope that you'll be true For slowly I'm falling more in love with you Slowly I'm falling more in love with you And slowly you're winning a heart that can be true Now I can't hide my feelings no matter what I do For slowly I'm falling more in love with you
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Written by: ADRIAN NICHOLAS MATTHEW THAWS
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Slowly" by Webb Pierce is traditionally classified within the country music genre.
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Historical SignificanceReleased in 1954, "Slowly" has secured its place in history as the first number one hit on the country charts to feature a pedal steel guitar.
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Instrumental InnovationThe song is often credited for popularizing the use of pedal steel guitar in country music, introducing a sound that has now become synonymous with the genre.
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Chart Domination"Slowly" was a major hit for Webb Pierce, staying at No. 1 on the Billboard country charts for 17 weeks which, at that time, was a record.
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Album InclusionThe song was not originally part of an album when released. However, it was later included in Webb's 1960 album, "The Wondering Boy (1951-1958)".
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Popular RemakeNot only was "Slowly" popular in its time, but the song was introduced to a new generation of listeners when it was covered by country musician Dwight Yoakam in 1997.
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SongwritersThe song was not solely written by Webb Pierce. He co-wrote it with Tommy Hill.
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Style IdentityThough "Slowly" is a country song, it carries a distinct honky-tonk style characteristic of Webb Pierce's musical identity.
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Silver Screen Appearance"Slowly" was featured in the soundtrack of the 2005 movie "Transamerica".
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Indelible InfluenceDespite having been released over six decades ago, the song continues to influence contemporary musicians, demonstrating its enduring appeal.
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