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"Cincinnati, Ohio" is a song written and released by Bill Anderson and later covered by Connie Smith in 1967. During this time, in Connie Smith's career, she was at her very peak and was releasing various hit singles on the country charts every year. Since her release of her #1 hit "Once a Day" in 1964 she was one of country music's most successful stars. The year 1967 was no different when she released "Cincinnati, Ohio". The song was of course about the city of Cincinnati, Ohio. The song rose to #4 on the country charts, becoming one of her many top ten hits she had in the 1960s, and also becoming one of her signature songs. The song talks about how a woman is so tired and just wants to get back home to her hometown of Cincinnati, Ohio. The song struck a chord with audiences and so it therefore became a hit for her. The song was written by country singer-songwriter Bill Anderson, who originally discovered Connie Smith back in 1964. Anderson wrote many of Smith's big hits in the 1960s, including "Once a Day". "Cincinnati, Ohio" was released on her 1967 album Connie Smith Sings Bill Anderson. It can also be found on her compilations The Essential Connie Smith and Super Hits, which were both released in the 1990s. 


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Connie Smith

Connie Smith (born Constance June Meador; August 14, 1941) is an American country music artist. Active since 1964, Smith is widely considered to be one of the genre's best female vocalists. She has earned eleven Grammy award nominations, twenty top ten Billboard country singles, and thirty one charting albums, three of which have hit number one. On October 21, 2012, Smith became the twelfth solo female vocalist and nineteenth woman to be elected to the Country Music Hall of Fame. more »

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Song Origin
"Cincinnati, Ohio" is a 1967 country song written by the distinguished country music artist, Bill Anderson.
Primary Singer
The song "Cincinnati, Ohio" was primarily recorded and performed by Connie Smith, a prominent country music singer.
Album Placement
This song is part of Connie Smith's eighth studio album, simply titled "Connie Smith".
Historical Significance
The song presents a rare instance where a city is honored in country music. It underlines the significance of the city Cincinnati in Ohio to the country’s cultural landscape.
Chart Success
Despite being a simple, melodious country tune, "Cincinnati, Ohio" secured a spot on the Top 10 in the Billboard Country Singles chart.
Astounding Longevity
The song has remained popular for more than five decades since it was released, primarily in the region it pays tribute to, the Cincinnati area.
Song Theme
The song gives an underlying message of longing to go home, making it relatable to a broad audience, especially those far from their homes.
Lyrics
The lyrics are reminiscence of a woman who left her lover in Cincinnati and has been constantly calling her back.
Songwriter's Recognition
Bill Anderson, the songwriter, is one of the most successful country songwriters, having received multiple Songwriter of the Year awards from the Country Music Association.
Artists Collaboration
Bill Anderson and Connie Smith have made several collaborations throughout their careers apart from Cincinnati, Ohio, fostering a lasting professional relationship and mutual respect.

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