Sweetest Thing (I've Ever Known)
Juice Newton
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Song Overview"Sweetest Thing (I've Ever Known)" is a popular song by American country and pop singer Juice Newton.
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Song OriginThe song was originally written and recorded in the 1970s by the singer-songwriter Otha Young, who was Newton's long-time musical partner.
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Chart Success"Sweetest Thing (I've Ever Known)" stands as Newton's highest charting single on the Billboard Hot 100, where it reached number one in September of 1982.
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GenreEven though Juice Newton was famously known as a country-pop singer, "Sweetest Thing (I've Ever Known)" was a crossover hit which saw extensive play in pop and adult contemporary formats as well.
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First ReleaseThe song was first released on Juice Newton & Silver Spur's 1975 debut album but didn't gain high popularity.
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Second ReleaseAfter Newton went solo, she decided to re-record the song, and the second release in 1981 for her album "Quiet Lies" became a huge success.
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Hitmaker AlbumThe re-recorded version was part of the album "Quiet Lies", which also had two other top ten hits on the Billboard Hot 100, making it one of Newton's most successful albums.
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Song's DurationThe track "Sweetest Thing (I've Ever Known)" has a duration of approximately 4 minutes and 8 seconds.
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RecognitionDue to the popularity of "Sweetest Thing (I've Ever Known)" and other hits, Newton was named Billboard's Top Country Female Vocalist in 1982.
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Live PerformancesDespite the song's age, it remains a popular choice for Juice Newton during live performances and is often considered a highlight of her concerts.
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