From Here to Eternity
Michael Peterson
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I did everything I could to get you here tonight Without telling you why Now girl if you only would please hold out your hand And just close your eyes I've been dying to ask you this one burning question Will you be mine From here to eternity I'm asking you to share your life with me Now and forever I guarantee I'll always stay by your side I promise my love to you I'm willing and able and ready to Whatever you need I am here for you And I'll always be From here to eternity Well, I saved a year for this ring I can't wait to see how it looks on your hand I will give you everything that one woman needs For a one woman man I'll be strong, I'll be tender A man of my word, and I will be yours From here to eternity I'm asking you to share your life with me Now and forever I guarantee I'll always stay by your side I promise my love to you I'm willing and able and ready to Whatever you need I am here for you And I'll always be From here to eternity
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Written by: ROBERT ORRALL, ROBERT ELLIS ORRALL, MICHAEL JAMES PETERSON
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15 facts about this song
Song Composition"From Here to Eternity" is a song written by Robert Ellis Orrall and Curtis Wright.
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Release and PeakThe song was released in July 1997 as the second single from Peterson's self-titled debut album. It has reached number one on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart, marking it as Peterson's only number one hit.
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DurationThe duration of the song "From Here to Eternity" is three minutes and thirty-eight seconds (3:38).
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Album RankingThe song helped Michael Peterson's self-titled album to reach number 10 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart.
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Recording Label"From Here to Eternity" was released by the American record label, Reprise Records.
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Awards and AcknowledgementsPeterson received a nomination for New Male Vocalist of the Year at the 1998 Academy of Country Music Awards, largely due to the success of "From Here to Eternity."
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GenreThe song falls under the Classic Country and Contemporary Country genre.
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Cover VersionsThis song has been covered by several other country music artists, though none have reached the same degree of success as Peterson's original version.
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Music VideoA full storyline music video was made for "From Here to Eternity," featuring Michael Peterson and his on-screen love interest.
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CollaborationsWhile Peterson is the frontman for this song, it features an uncredited backing vocal from country singer-songwriter Beth Nielsen Chapman.
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LyricsThe song reflects the story of a couple swearing a lifetime commitment to each other, hoping their love will last 'From Here to Eternity'.
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Impact on Peterson’s CareerThe success of "From Here to Eternity" established Peterson as a viable artist in the country music industry during the late '90s, despite it being his only track to top the charts.
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Audience LoveDespite the passing of many years, this song is still incredibly popular amongst Peterson's fanbase and often requested at his live shows.
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Conception of SongThe song was conceived as a love ballad designed to appeal to the romantic side of the country music audience.
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Other Achievements"From Here to Eternity" was a crossover success, making it onto the Billboard Hot 100, where it peaked at number 53.
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