Houston (Means I'm One Day Closer to You)
Larry Gatlin, Gatlin Brothers, Larry Gatlin & the Gatlin Brothers Band
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Houston Houston means that I'm a one day closer to you Oh, honey, Houston Houston means the last day of the tour and we're through Well honey, you and God in heaven above Know I love what I do for a livin', I do Ah, but Houston Houston means that I'm one day closer to you Yeah, singin' at the world's biggest rodeo show Was a great time for me and the guys Ah, but when I'm a way from you, honey Time always never flies And sleepin' all alone in that holiday hotel Sure makes a cowboy blue But here I am in Houston An' I'm one day closer to you Houston Houston means that I'm a one day closer to you Aw honey, Houston Houston means the last day of tour and we're through Well honey, you and God in heaven above Know I love what I do for a livin', I do Ah, but Houston Houston means that I'm one day closer to you Yeah Houston Houston means that I'm a one day closer to you Aw honey, Houston Houston means the last day of the tour and we're through Well honey, you and God in heaven above Know I love what I do for a livin', I do Ah, but Houston Houston means that I'm one day closer to you Yeah honey, Houston Houston means that I'm one day closer to you
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Written by: LARRY GATLIN
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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7 facts about this song
Release and Success"Houston (Means I'm One Day Closer to You)" is a song by 'Larry Gatlin & the Gatlin Brothers Band.' It was released in September 1981 as the first single from their album 'Night Time Magic.'
- The single went on to reach number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Track chart at the end of 1981.
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Artistry and LyricsWritten by Larry Gatlin himself, the song's lyrics evoke feelings of longing and the joy of being closer to a loved one with each passing day.
- The song widely gained recognition for its blend of country music with elements of pop, a signature style of Larry Gatlin.
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LegacyEven today, "Houston (Means I'm One Day Closer to You)" remains one of the most popular tracks of 'Larry Gatlin & the Gatlin Brothers Band.'
- It is considered a classic country hit, frequently played on classic country radio stations.
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Composer’s BackgroundLarry Gatlin, the composer and primary vocalist of the group, is known for his wide range in the high tenor of country music.
- Along with his brothers Steve and Rudy, the trio achieved considerable success in the country music genre during the 70s and 80s.
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Unique RecognitionIn 1999, Broadcast Music Incorporated (BMI) awarded "Houston (Means I'm One Day Closer to You)" as a BMI Award-winning song.
- Through this song, Larry Gatlin and his brothers left an indelible mark on the landscape of American country music.
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Live PerformancesLarry Gatlin & The Gatlin Brothers Band notably performed "Houston (Means I'm One Day Closer to You)" live at the Grand Ole Opry, one of the most famous weekly country-music stage concerts in the world.
- Such performances have helped the song maintain its popularity among country music aficionados.
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Cover VersionsThe timeless nature of "Houston (Means I'm One Day Closer to You)" has inspired several country artists to produce their own cover versions of the song.
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