With Pen in Hand
Bobby Goldsboro
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With pen in hand You sign your name Today at five I'll be on that train And you'll be free And I'll be alone So alone If you think We can't find the love we once knew If you think I can't make everything up to you Then I'll be gone And you'll be on your own You'll be on your own Can you take good care of Jenny Can you take her to school everyday Can you teach her how to play All the games that little girls play Hear what I say Can you teach her how to roll up her hair Can you make sure each night that she says her prayers Well if you can do all these things Then maybe she won't miss me Maybe she won't miss me And tonight as you laid in that big lonely bed And you look at that pillow Where I laid my head With your heart on fire Will you have no desire To kiss me Or to hold me And if you can forget The good times we had If you don't think They out weigh the bad Well then go ahead Sign your name And I'll be On my way I'll be on my way
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Written by: BOBBY GOLDSBORO
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17 facts about this song
Release Date"With Pen In Hand" by Bobby Goldsboro was initially released in 1968.
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SongwriterThe song was written by American songwriter Bobby Goldsmith, rather than Bobby Goldsboro himself.
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Genre"With Pen in Hand" fits into the category of pop and adult contemporary music.
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Chart RankingsIt is one of Goldsboro's biggest hits, reaching number 4 on the Easy Listening Chart and number 26 on the Billboard Hot 100.
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Cover VersionsOther notable artists have also covered "With Pen In Hand". Among these are Vikki Carr, who's version was nominated for a Grammy in 1969.
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Song ThemeThe song is about a man who is facing his imminent divorce and he's asking his wife to reconsider before signing the divorce papers.
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Notable Performance"With Pen in Hand" is one of the songs performed by Goldsboro in his last appearance at the Grand Ole Opry in 2015.
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Emotional ImpactThe song is notable for its heavy emotional content, often being classified as a tear-jerker.
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Country VersionAmerican country music artist Johnny Darrell also recorded his version, which became a top 40 country hit in 1968.
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Goldsboro's CareerThe hit song has played a significant role in defining Goldsboro's music career, demonstrating his skill at transmitting emotional storytelling through song.
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Grammy RecognitionWhile Bobby Goldsboro’s version was popular, it was Vikki Carr's cover of "With Pen in Hand" that gained a Grammy nomination.
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AlbumThe song comes off of Bobby Goldsboro’s album “Honey,” which was his most successful album.
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Dedicated Fans"With Pen in Hand" continues to be a favorite among Goldsboro’s fans, often being viewed as one of his most memorable songs.
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Popular PeriodThe song is heavily associated with the late 60s, marking a period of success for Goldsboro.
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Musical StyleGoldsboro’s soulful rendition of "With Pen in Hand" includes elements of southern pop, helping to give it a unique sound.
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DurationThe song is one of Goldsboro's lengthier studio recordings, with a run time over the 4-minute mark.
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Million SellerThe song was a million seller for Bobby Goldsboro, ensuring him a place among the top pop artists of his generation.
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