Golden Ring
George Jones
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In a pawn shop in Chicago On a sunny summer day A couple gazes at the wedding rings there on display She smiles n' nods her head As he says, "honey that's for you It's not much, but it's the best that I can do" Golden ring (golden ring) with one tiny little stone Waiting there (waiting there) for someone to take you home By itself (by itself) it's just a cold metallic thing Only love can make a golden wedding ring In a little wedding chapel later on that afternoon An old upright piano plays that old familiar tune Tears roll down her cheeks Happy thoughts run through her head As he whispers low, "with this ring, I thee wed" Golden ring (golden ring) with one tiny little stone Shining ring (shining ring) now at last it's found a home By itself (by itself) it's just a cold metallic thing Only love can make a golden wedding ring Ooh-ooh In a small two room apartment As they fought their final round He says, "You won't admit it But I know you're leavin' town" She says, "One thing's for certain I don't love you any more" And throws down the ring as she walks out the door Golden ring (golden ring) with one tiny little stone Cast aside (cast aside) like the love that's dead and gone By itself (by itself) it's just a cold metallic thing Only love can make a golden wedding ring In a pawn shop in Chicago On a sunny summer day A couple gazes at the wedding rings there on display Golden ring
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Written by: BOBBY BRADDOCK, RAFE VAN HOY
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12 facts about this song
Song Origin"Golden Ring" is a classic country song recorded by American artists George Jones and Tammy Wynette.
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Release DateThe song was released in April 1976 as the first single and title track from the album "Golden Ring."
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Chart SuccessIt reached the top of the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Singles charts, cementing the duo's status as country music's premier act.
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SongwritersThe song was written by Bobby Braddock and Rafe Vanhoy, two prominent Nashville songwriters.
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Divorce StorylineInterestingly, George Jones and Tammy Wynette, who were once married, sang the song about a divorced couple approximately one year after their own divorce.
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Live PerformanceThe duo continued to perform the song together at concerts, even after their divorce, which added a layer of raw emotion.
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Story Style"Golden Ring" is known for its gripping and realistic storytelling, which tells a story about a couple who buys a golden ring, gets married then divorces, and ends up selling the ring back to the pawn shop.
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Iconic UsageThe song is often used as an example of traditional country's storytelling aspect.
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Album ImpactThe song's success revitalized George and Tammy's career as a duet and they went on to record three more albums together.
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Famous CoversIn 1995, country singers Terri Clark and Vince Gill recorded a version of "Golden Ring" for a tribute album dedicated to Tammy Wynette.
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Pop Culture ReferenceThe song is referenced in the title and lyrics of the 1994 song "The Life of the Party" by American music band The Jackson 5.
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LegacyDespite their turbulent personal relationship, "Golden Ring" is widely recognized as one of George Jones and Tammy Wynette's greatest collaborations.
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