I'll Be There (If You Ever Want Me)

Heather Myles

About I'll Be There (If You Ever Want Me)

"I'll Be There (If You Ever Want Me)"' is a song co-written and originally released as a single by American country artist Ray Price. After becoming a major country hit in 1954, the song has been covered by numerous artists such as Cowboy Copas, Elvis Presley, Connie Smith, Johnny Bush, George Jones and Tammy Wynette, Ronnie Milsap, Heather Myles, Martina McBride, Sam Palladio, Don White & Eric Clapton, Willie Nelson, Nick Lowe, Gail Davies and J. J. Cale.


Year:
1998
2:15
44 
#1

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Heather Myles

Heather Myles (born July 31, 1962) is a country singer. Her honky tonk singing is in the Bakersfield sound-style and has been likened by many to that of Dwight Yoakam. She has had her songs featured in a major feature film. more »

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12 facts about this song

Song Original Release
"I'll Be There (If You Ever Want Me)" was originally released by Ray Price in 1954.
Song Composition
The song was written by Rusty Gabbard and Ray Price.
Notable Covers
Numerous artists have covered "I'll Be There (If You Ever Want Me)" including country music greats like George Jones, Tammy Wynette, and Willie Nelson.
Popularity
Ray Price's version of the song was a major hit, peaking at No. 2 on the Billboard country chart.
George Jones Cover
George Jones recorded his cover of "I'll Be There (If You Ever Want Me)" in 1958 for Mercury Records.
Tammy Wynette Cover
Tammy Wynette covered the song in her 1970 album, "Tammy's Touch."
Willie Nelson Cover
Willie Nelson recorded a cover of "I'll Be There (If You Ever Want Me)" for his 1977 album, "To Lefty from Willie."
Connie Smith Cover
The legendary Connie Smith also recorded the song, which appeared on her compilation album released in 2001.
Ronnie Milsap Cover
Ronnie Milsap gave a soulful touch to the song in his cover for the 2006 album, “Country Again.”
Eric Clapton Cover
The rock and blues guitarist Eric Clapton covered the song on his 2013 album "Old Sock."
Heather Myles Cover
Californian country singer Heather Myles recorded her rendition of the song for her 1998 album, "Highways & Honky Tonks."
Song Impact
With so many covers of "I'll Be There (If You Ever Want Me)" by various artists, it has become a defining song in traditional country music.

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