Things Have Gone to Pieces
George Jones, George Jones & The Jones Boys
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The faucet started drippin' in the kitchen And last night your picture fell down from the wall Today the boss said sorry, I can't use you anymore And tonight the light bulb went out in the hall [Chorus] Things have gone to pieces since you left me Nothing turns out, half-right now it seems There ain't nothing in my pocket, But three nickels and a [4] dime But I'm holding to the pieces of my dream Somebody threw a baseball through my window And the arm fell off my favorite chair again The man called me today and said he'd haul my things away If I didn't get my payments made by ten
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Written by: LEON PAYNE
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13 facts about this song
Original Artist"Things Have Gone to Pieces" is a song that was originally recorded and made popular by the legendary country artist George Jones.
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Release DateThe original version of the song by George Jones was released in January 1965.
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Chart PerformanceUpon its release, George Jones's version of the song quickly ascended, peaking at #9 on Billboard’s Hot Country Singles.
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SongwriterThe song was written by Leon Payne, an American country musician and songwriter who also penned other hits for George Jones including “Take Me" and "Blue Side of Lonesome.”
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Cover VersionThe song was notably covered by American pop and rock singer-songwriter Gene Pitney.
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Recording StylePitney's version was imbued with his pop sensibilities, showing a different interpretation compared to Jones's country approach.
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Song Structure"Things Have Gone to Pieces" is a classic country song written in the A-A-B-A format, with the verse repeating before and after the chorus.
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Lyrical ContentThe song's lyrics revolve around despair and desolation, as the protagonist details how everything in his life has gone wrong.
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Impact on Country MusicDespite its depressing theme, "Things Have Gone to Pieces" is considered a staple and an archetype for the 'heartbreak' sub-genre of country music.
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Contemporary UseIts profound emotional depth has led it to be used in a number of modern media, including several TV dramas and films, that utilize the song to convey strong feelings of sorrow and despair.
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Other CoversApart from Gene Pitney, "Things Have Gone to Pieces" has been covered by numerous artists across genres, emphasizing its enduring appeal and impact. Some notable examples include versions by Van Morrison and Dwight Yoakam.
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Album InclusionGeorge Jones's version of "Things Have Gone to Pieces" appears on his 1965 album "New Country Hits".
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Live PerformanceThe song was a crowd favorite and often included in the live performance repertoire of both George Jones and Gene Pitney.
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