Past the Point of Rescue

Hal Ketchum

About Past the Point of Rescue

"Past the Point of Rescue" is a song written by Mick Hanly, and covered by American country music artist Hal Ketchum. It was released in February 1992 as the third single and title track from Ketchum's album Past the Point of Rescue. It was written by Mick Hanly (of Moving Hearts) and had originally been recorded by Mary Black who had a hit with it in Ireland in 1988 and included it on her album No Frontiers. Ketchum's version of the song reached number 2 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart in May 1992 and number 1 on the RPM Country Tracks chart in Canada.  


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1992
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Last night I dreamed you were back again
Larger than life again, holding me tight again
Placing those same kisses on my brow
Sweeter than ever now, lord I remember how
Couldn't get enough of kissing, do you know how much you're missing
No you don't, but I do

The days like a slow train trickle by
And even the words that I write refuse to fly
All I can hear is your song haunting me
Can't get the melody out of my head, you see
Distractions are amusing, do you know how much you're losing
No you don't, but I do

But I do, and I wonder if I'm past the point of rescue
Is no word from you at all the best that you can do
I never meant to push or shove you, do you know how much I love you
No you don't, but I do

I swore I'd never fall like this again
Fools like me never win, came to my knees again
Can't close the door on likely hood
Things might be just as good, I always believed they would
Gotta let your love invite me, baby do you think it might be
No you don't, but I do

But I do, and I wonder if I'm past the point of rescue
Is no word from you at all the best that you can do
I never meant to push or shove you, do you know how much I love you
No you don't, but I do

But I do, and I wonder if I'm past the point of rescue
Is no word from you at all the best that you can do
I never meant to push or shove you, do you know how much I love you
No you don't, but I do
I know you don't, but I do
I know you don't, but I do

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Hal Ketchum

Hal Michael Ketchum (born April 9, 1953) is an American country music artist. He has released ten studio albums since 1986, including nine for the Curb and Asylum-Curb labels. Ketchum's 1991 album Past the Point of Rescue is his most commercially successful, having been certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America. Between 1991 and 2006, Ketchum also made seventeen entries on the Hot Country Songs charts. Three of his singles — "Small Town Saturday Night," "Past the Point of Rescue" and "Hearts Are Gonna Roll" — all reached number 2 on this chart, and three more charted within the Top Ten: "Sure Love" at number 3, and "Mama Knows the Highway" and "Stay Forever," both at number 8. more »

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Written by: MICHAEL JOHN HANLY

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12 facts about this song

Release Information
"Past the Point of Rescue" is a song written by Mick Hanly and popularly performed by country singer Hal Ketchum. It was released as a single in 1991.
Chart Performance
The song did extremely well on the charts, reaching the number two spot on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.
Album Appearance
This song appears in Hal Ketchum's 1991 studio album "Past the Point of Rescue." The album was Ketchum's commercial breakthrough in country music.
Cover Versions
Mary Black also recorded and performed a version of the song. Her version was included in her 1991 album "Babes in the Wood" and became famous in Ireland.
Song Writer
Even though the song is synonymous with Hal Ketchum, it was written by Mick Hanly, an Irish folk musician and songwriter.
Theme and Lyrics
The song focuses on someone who is heartbroken and uses metaphors of being lost or stranded to convey feelings of heartache.
Critical Reception
Critics praised the song for its heartfelt lyrics and powerful musical interpretation. It contributed to Ketchum's nomination for the Top New Male Vocalist award at the 1992 Academy of Country Music Awards.
Legacy
"Past the Point of Rescue" became one of Hal Ketchum's signature songs. It helped establish his presence in the country music scene in the 90s.
Inspiring Other Artists
Even years after its release, the song has been covered by other artists in different music genres, proving its continued relevance and influence.
Unique Background
Despite having a country sound, the song has a unique background as it is the work of an American singer (Ketchum), an Irish singer (Black), and an Irish songwriter (Hanly).
Music Video
The music video for Ketchum's version was directed by Roger Pistole. It further helped to popularize the song.
Cultural Influence
Mary Black's cover of "Past the Point of Rescue" made a significant cultural impact in Ireland, introducing a generation to the blend of Irish folk and country.

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