Ties That Bind

Don Williams

About Ties That Bind

"The Ties That Bind" is a song written by Clyde Otis and Vin Corso, and recorded by American country music artist Don Williams. It was released in December 1974 as the second and final single from the album Don Williams Vol. 3. The song reached number 4 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart and number 2 on the Canadian RPM Country Tracks chart.


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2001
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Don Williams

Don Williams (born May 27, 1939, Floydada, Texas, United States), is an American country singer, songwriter and a 2010 inductee to the Country Music Hall of Fame. He grew up in Portland, Texas, and graduated in 1958 from Gregory-Portland High School. After seven years with the folk-pop group Pozo-Seco Singers, he began his solo career in 1971, singing popular ballads and amassing 17 No. 1 Country & Western hits. more »

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10 facts about this song

Origin
"Ties That Bind" is a track by the American country music artist Don Williams. He was known as the "Gentle Giant" of country music due to his unique smooth baritone voice.
Album
This song is a part of the album "Country Boy" which was released in 1977. The album reached number one on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart.
Songwriters
"Ties That Bind" was written by the famous songwriter duo Cousins Nash and Kristofferson. The song reflects the essence of their songwriting prowess which emphasizes deep affection.
Song Theme
The lyrics of "Ties That Bind" talk about deep and unconditional love that endures the test of time and circumstances. It beautifully reflects the essence of strong relational bonds.
Notable Aspects
The simple and beautifully orchestrated melodies increase the overall emotional impact of the song, which are characteristic traits of Don Williams' songs.
Popularity
This song, along with the others in the album, contributed to Don Williams' popularity in the late '70s, reinforcing his reputation as one of the stalwarts of the country music genre.
Charts
Even though it wasn't released as a single, "Ties That Bind" enhanced the overall appeal of the album "Country Boy," which topped the Billboard Top Country Albums chart.
Influence
"Ties That Bind" has been an inspiration to many younger artists in the genre of country music due to its depth of emotions and the unique musical style of Don Williams.
Live Performances
Although not as widely performed as some of his other songs, "Ties That Bind" is often beautifully carried off by Don Williams on live performances, garnering immense appreciation from the audience.
Legacy
Despite the passing of Don Williams in 2017, his songs like "Ties That Bind" continue to be a favorite among country music lovers, embodying Williams' enduring legacy in the music genre.

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