You're the Best Thing That Ever Happened to Me
Ray Price
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I've had my share of life's ups and downs But fate's been kind, the downs have been few I guess you could say that I've been lucky And I guess you could say, it's all because of you If anyone should ever write my life story For whatever reason there might be You'd be there between each line of pain and glory 'Cause you're the best thing that ever happened to me You're the best thing that ever happened to me Oh, there have been times when the times were so hard But somehow, some way I'd made it through And for every moment I've spent hurting There's been moments spent loving you If anyone should ever write my life story For whatever reason there might be You'd be there between each line of pain and glory 'Cause you're the best thing that ever happened to me You're the best thing that ever happened to me
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Written by: JAMES D. WEATHERLY
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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12 facts about this song
Genre"You're the Best Thing That Ever Happened to Me" is a heartwarming country ballad.
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ArtistThis song was performed by Ray Price, a highly acclaimed American country singer.
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SongwriterThe song was written by Jim Weatherly, a notable American singer-songwriter.
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Release DateThe song was released in August 1973.
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RankingThe song had a monumental response, reaching the number one spot on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart in December 1973.
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CollaborationsRay Price's version of the song features string arrangements by Cam Mullins and was produced by Don Law.
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Other VersionsThis song has been covered by other artists, most famously by Gladys Knight & the Pips, whose version (with altered lyrics) reached the top spot on the Billboard Hot Soul Singles chart.
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Albums"You're the Best Thing That Ever Happened to Me" was included in Ray Price's 1973 album "You're the Best Thing That Ever Happened to Me".
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Grammy NominationGladys Knight & the Pips' rendition of the song was nominated for the Grammy Award for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals in 1975.
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LegacyThis song became one of Ray Price's best-known hits, helping to consolidate his reputation as a cornerstone of American country music.
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Personal ConnectionIn several interviews, Ray Price mentioned that he had a personal connection to the song's lyrics, which is why he decided to record it.
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Live PerformanceThe song became an integral part of Ray Price's live performances, becoming one of his signature sings.
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