Success

Loretta Lynn

About Success

"Success" is a song written by Johnny Mullins that was originally recorded by American country artist Loretta Lynn. It was released as a single in April 1962 via Decca Records.


Year:
1968
2:36
68 
#2

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We used to go out walkin' hand in hand
You told me of the big things you had planned
It wasn't long till all your dreams came true
Success put me in second place with you

You have no time to love me anymore
Since fame and fortune knocked upon our door
Now I spend all my evenings all alone
Success has made a failure of our home
[ fiddle - steel ]
If we could share an evening now and then
Perhaps we'd find true happiness again
You'll never hold me like you used to do
It's funny what success has done to you
You have no time to love me...

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Loretta Lynn

Loretta Lynn (née Webb; born on April 14, 1932) is an American country-music singer-songwriter and author. Born in Butcher Hollow, near Paintsville, Kentucky, USA, to a coal-miner father. At the age of 14 she married, and soon she became pregnant. She moved to Washington state with her husband, Oliver Vanetta Lynn, Jr. (1926–1996), nicknamed "Doo". Their marriage was tumultuous; he had affairs, and she was headstrong; their life together helped to inspire her music. more »

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Written by: QUIN IVY, DAN PENN

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10 facts about this song

Artist's Fame
"Success" is a song by Loretta Lynn, aka the "Coal Miner's Daughter," an American country music singer-songwriter who has been regarded as one of the leading ladies of country music.
Release Year
The song "Success" was released in 1962, making it one of the early hits in Lynn's enduring career.
Chart Success
The song peaked at number 6 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles, marking her first Top 10 hit.
Album Success
The song "Success" featured on Lynn’s debut album "Loretta Lynn Sings" which established her as a rising star in the country music world.
Producer Collaboration
"Success" was produced by Owen Bradley, a renowned producer who worked with many country music stars of the time, including Patsy Cline and Conway Twitty.
Themes Explored
The song encapsulates themes like fame's double-edged sword and the implications of a loved one's success on personal relationships, reflecting Lynn's real-life struggles.
Writing Credits
Loretta Lynn is credited as the sole songwriter of "Success," showcasing her ability to connect with audiences through personal narrative.
Genre Classification
"Success" falls under the genre of country music, reflecting Loretta Lynn's roots and her continuing influence on the development of this music genre.
Longevity of Career
The success of this song early in her career set the stage for a long and impactful career in country music for Loretta Lynn, who has been in the industry for nearly 60 years.
Honorary Recognition
Loretta Lynn is a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame and has been awarded many times over the years in recognition of her artistic contributions to country music, with songs like "Success" paving the way.

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