Heaven's Just a Sin Away
Kelly Willis
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Heaven's just a sin away Oh, oh, just a sin away I can't wait another day I think I'm giving in How I long to hold you tight Oh, oh be with you tonight That still don't make it right Cause I belong to him Oh, way down deep inside I know that it's all wrong Your eyes keep tempting But I never was that strong Devil's got me down Oh, oh gone and got me now I can't find him anyhow I think he's gonna win Heaven's just a sin away Oh, oh, just a sin away Heaven help me, when I say I think I'm giving in Oh, way down deep inside I know that it's all wrong Your eyes keep tempting But I never was that strong Devil's got me down Oh, oh gone and got me now I can't find him anyhow I think he's gonna win Heaven's just a sin away Oh, oh, just a sin away Heaven help me, when I say I think I'm giving in I think I'm giving in I think I'm giving in
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Written by: Jerry Gillespie
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10 facts about this song
Original Version of the Song“Heaven's Just A Sin Away” is originally a country music song by The Kendalls, an American country music duo. (Category: Artist Information)
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Year of ReleaseIt was released in 1977 from their album "Heaven's Just a Sin Away". (Category: Release Information)
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Chart PerformanceThis song was a great success for The Kendalls as it reached the top spot on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart. (Category: Performance Metrics)
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Award-Winning SongThe song bagged the Single of the Year award at the 1978 Country Music Association Awards. (Category: Awards)
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Cover by John FogertyRenowned artist John Fogerty did a cover of the song "Heaven's Just a Sin Away" for his 2009 album, "The Blue Ridge Rangers Rides Again". (Category: Cover Versions)
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Connection to Kelly WillisAnother popular American country music artist, Kelly Willis, also covered "Heaven's Just a Sin Away" in her debut album titled "Well Travelled Love" in 1990. (Category: Cover Versions)
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Association with The KendallsThe Kendalls comprised father-daughter duo Royce Kendall and Jeannie Kendall, who were best known for this song. (Category: Artist Information)
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Theme of the SongThe song's lyrics revolve around the theme of succumbing to temptation despite knowing it's a sin, hence the catchy line, "Heaven's Just a Sin Away." (Category: Lyrics)
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Influence on Country MusicGiven its commercial success and recognition, the song had a significant influence on the late 70s country music scene, helping to define the prevailing sound of that era. (Category: Music Influence)
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Impact on The Kendalls' CareerFollowing their hit with “Heaven’s Just a Sin Away”, The Kendalls enjoyed a streak of top-10 hits on the country charts, sealing their legacy as one of the iconic duos in country music. (Category: Artist Information)
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