For the Good Times
Ray Price
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Don't look so sad I know it's over But life goes on And this old world Will keep on turning Let's just be glad We had some time to spend together There's no need to watch the bridges That were burning Lay your head upon my pillow Hold your warm and tender body Close to mine Hear the whisper of the rain drops Blowing soft against the window And make believe you love me One more time For the good times I'll get along You'll find another And I'll be here If you should find you ever need me Don't say a word about tomorrow Or forever There'll be time enough for sadness When you leave me Lay your head upon my pillow Hold your warm and tender body Close to mine Hear the whisper of the rain drops Blowing soft against the window And make believe you love me One more time For the good times
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Written by: Kristoffer Kristofferson
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6 facts about this song
For The Good Times" Author"For the Good Times" was written by Kris Kristofferson. He is an American singer-songwriter and actor and was part of the country music's outlaw movement during the 1970s. He has penned numerous hits including "Help Me Make It Through the Night" and "Sunday Morning Coming Down."
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Ray Price's RenditionReleased in 1970 by country singer Ray Price, "For the Good Times" became one of his greatest hits. It reached the #1 position on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Singles chart in June of the same year.
- The Ray Price version won the Academy of Country Music award for Song of the Year in 1970, and it was nominated for a Grammy for Best Male Country Vocal Performance.
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Kris Kristofferson's PerformanceDespite being the songwriter, Kris Kristofferson's own version of "For The Good Times" did not chart as highly as the version by Ray Price. However, it's still regarded as a classic by fans and critics.
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Perry Como's ContributionPerry Como, a popular American singer of the 20th century, also recorded the song as part of his album "It's Impossible". His version also received applause for its sentimental rendition.
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Al Green's Soulful Cover“For The Good Times” was also covered by the soul music legend Al Green in 1972. The cover was included in the album "I'm Still in Love with You", which peaked at #4 on the Billboard 200 chart.
- Al Green's rendition stands out for its soulful interpretation, and it added a new dimension to the song, taking it far beyond its country origins.
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Song Theme and PopularityThe song "For The Good Times" is a heartbreaking ballad that speaks about a couple who is on the brink of breakup but decide to spend one last night together.
- Over the years, numerous artists from various genres have covered the song, providing testimony to its timeless appeal and emotional resonance. Despite being a country song, it crossed over to other genres like pop and soul thanks to covers by various artists.
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