Still Within the Sound of My Voice

Glen Campbell, Jimmy Webb

About Still Within the Sound of My Voice

"Still Within the Sound of My Voice" is a song written by Jimmy Webb and recorded by American country music artist Glen Campbell. It was released in September 1987 as the second single and title track from the album Still Within the Sound of My Voice. The song reached number 5 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart. Linda Ronstadt covered the song on her 1989 album Cry Like a Rainstorm, Howl Like the Wind.


Year:
1990
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Where have you gone, my darling one? 
Are you on your own? 
Are you having fun? 
Is it someone to hold when you need it bad? 
Is it uncontrolled like the love we had? 

Does a day go by like a memory? 
Do you ever try to remember me 
In an automobile or a crowded bar? 
Well, I hope you're alright where ever you are 

And if you are still within the sound of voice over some radio 
I just want you to know you were always my only choice 
And where ever you go then I still love you so, 
if you're still within the sound of my voice. 

In the dead of night, do you hear me call? 
Somethings quite not right, no ones there at all 
Did you make a mistake? Was it in your head? 
Was it really me talking to your heart instead? 

And if you are still within the sound of my voice 
watching this video, I just want you to know 
That it always made me rejoice 
Just to have you so near 
There's a place for you here 
If you're still within the sound of my voice. 

I am calling like the echo of a passing train the cries 
one last time before it fades into the distant hills and dies 
I am sending out a message like a ship out on the sea in distress 
but only you can send a lifeline out to me. 

Are you still within the sound of my voice? 
Why don't you let me know I just can't let know if it's wrong 
then I have no choice but to love you until I no longer have a will 
Are you still within the sound of my voice 

I am calling like the echo of a passing train that cries 
One last time before it fades into the distant hills and dies

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Glen Campbell

Glen Travis Campbell (born April 22, 1936) is an American country music singer, guitarist, television host and occasional actor. He is best known for a series of hits in the 1960s and 1970s, as well as for hosting a variety show called The Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour on CBS television. more »

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Written by: JIMMY WEBB

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11 facts about this song

Song Composition
"Still Within the Sound of My Voice" was written by renowned songwriter Jimmy Webb, who is known for penning multiple hits for Glen Campbell.
First Release
The song was initially recorded by Glen Campbell for his 1987 album "Still Within the Sound of My Voice." This was the title track for the album.
Genre
The song is typically categorized as belonging to the Pop, Country and Adult Contemporary genre.
Commercial Success
Glen Campbell's original version of the song was a number 10 hit on Billboard's Hot Country Songs chart in 1987.
Lyrics
The lyrics of the song deal with feelings of longing and the assurance that no matter the physical distance, the other person is still within reach via the sound of their voice.
Collaboration
In 2008, Linda Ronstadt and Jimmy Webb put together a duet version of the song. This recording was a part of Webb's album "Just Across the River."
Critical Recognition
The song is known for its impressive songwriting, with critics often mentioning it as one of Webb's standout compositions.
Legacy
Despite being written by Jimmy Webb, the song is closely identified with Glen Campbell, owing to his initial popular recording.
Cover Versions
"Still Within the Sound of My Voice" has been covered by various artists, including Barb Jungr on her album "Every Grain of Sand."
Posthumous Release
Glen Campbell recorded this song for his 2013 album "See You There," which was released after his death. He is accompanied by a small combo, giving a new acoustic-based reinvention to this classic song.
Relevance
The song gained relevance as Campbell's health began to fail due to Alzheimer's disease, with many listeners finding poignancy in its lyrics when associated with his condition.

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