Past the Point of Rescue
Hal Ketchum
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Last night I dreamed you were back again Larger than life again, holding me tight again Placing those same kisses on my brow Sweeter than ever now, lord I remember how Couldn't get enough of kissing, do you know how much you're missing No you don't, but I do The days like a slow train trickle by And even the words that I write refuse to fly All I can hear is your song haunting me Can't get the melody out of my head, you see Distractions are amusing, do you know how much you're losing No you don't, but I do But I do, and I wonder if I'm past the point of rescue Is no word from you at all the best that you can do I never meant to push or shove you, do you know how much I love you No you don't, but I do I swore I'd never fall like this again Fools like me never win, came to my knees again Can't close the door on likely hood Things might be just as good, I always believed they would Gotta let your love invite me, baby do you think it might be No you don't, but I do But I do, and I wonder if I'm past the point of rescue Is no word from you at all the best that you can do I never meant to push or shove you, do you know how much I love you No you don't, but I do But I do, and I wonder if I'm past the point of rescue Is no word from you at all the best that you can do I never meant to push or shove you, do you know how much I love you No you don't, but I do I know you don't, but I do I know you don't, but I do
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Written by: MICHAEL JOHN HANLY
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
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12 facts about this song
Release Information"Past the Point of Rescue" is a song written by Mick Hanly and popularly performed by country singer Hal Ketchum. It was released as a single in 1991.
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Chart PerformanceThe song did extremely well on the charts, reaching the number two spot on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.
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Album AppearanceThis song appears in Hal Ketchum's 1991 studio album "Past the Point of Rescue." The album was Ketchum's commercial breakthrough in country music.
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Cover VersionsMary Black also recorded and performed a version of the song. Her version was included in her 1991 album "Babes in the Wood" and became famous in Ireland.
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Song WriterEven though the song is synonymous with Hal Ketchum, it was written by Mick Hanly, an Irish folk musician and songwriter.
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Theme and LyricsThe song focuses on someone who is heartbroken and uses metaphors of being lost or stranded to convey feelings of heartache.
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Critical ReceptionCritics praised the song for its heartfelt lyrics and powerful musical interpretation. It contributed to Ketchum's nomination for the Top New Male Vocalist award at the 1992 Academy of Country Music Awards.
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Legacy"Past the Point of Rescue" became one of Hal Ketchum's signature songs. It helped establish his presence in the country music scene in the 90s.
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Inspiring Other ArtistsEven years after its release, the song has been covered by other artists in different music genres, proving its continued relevance and influence.
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Unique BackgroundDespite having a country sound, the song has a unique background as it is the work of an American singer (Ketchum), an Irish singer (Black), and an Irish songwriter (Hanly).
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Music VideoThe music video for Ketchum's version was directed by Roger Pistole. It further helped to popularize the song.
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Cultural InfluenceMary Black's cover of "Past the Point of Rescue" made a significant cultural impact in Ireland, introducing a generation to the blend of Irish folk and country.
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