'Til I Can Make It on My Own

Tammy Wynette

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"'Til I Can Make It on My Own" is a song co-written and first recorded by American country music artist Tammy Wynette. It was released in January 1976 as the first single and title track from the album 'Til I Can Make It on My Own. The song was Tammy Wynette's fifteenth number one on the country charts. The single stayed at number one for one week and spent a total of eleven weeks on the country charts. Wynette noted on multiple occasions that the song was her personal favorite of all that she had written or recorded, and it would remain a staple of her concerts for the remainder of her career. [1] Wynette wrote the song with George Richey and Billy Sherrill. 


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1976
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I'll need time,
To get you off my mind.
And I may sometimes bother you;
Try to be in touch with you.
Even ask too much of you from time to time. 

Now and then,
Lord you know I'll need a friend.
'Til I get used to losing you,
Let me keep on using you.
'Til I can make it on my own.
I'll get by,
But no matter how I try,
There'll be times you know I'll call.
Chances are my tears will fall,
And I'll have no pride at all, from time to time. 

But they say,
Oh, there'll be a brighter day.
But 'til then I'll lean on you,
That's all I mean to do.
'Til I can make it on my own. 
Surely someday I'll look up and see the morning sun,
Without another lonely night behind me.
Then I'll know I'm over you and all my crying's done.

No more hurtin' memories can find me.
But 'til then, 
Lord, you know I'm gonna need a friend.
'Til I get used to losing you,
Let me keep on using you.
'Til I can make it on my own. 
'Til I can make it on my own.

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Tammy Wynette

Virginia Wynette Pugh, known professionally as Tammy Wynette, (May 5, 1942 – April 6, 1998) was an American country music singer-songwriter and one of the genre's best-known artists and biggest-selling woman singers. more »

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Written by: Billy Sherrill, George Richey, Tammy Wynette

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10 facts about this song

Release Date
"'Til I Can Make It on My Own" was released in February 1976 by Tammy Wynette.
Songwriter
This country classic was composed by Tammy Wynette, George Richey, and Billy Sherrill.
Chart Success
The song became Wynette's fifteenth number one on the country charts and stayed at the top for a single week.
Album
It is the title track to her 1976 album "’Til I Can Make It on My Own."
Emotional Context
Reportedly, the song was inspired by Wynette's divorce from her husband and professional partner, George Jones.
Frequent Performances
Despite the emotional pain associated with the song, Wynette continued to perform the song throughout her career as it was one of her signature tunes.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by numerous artists like Kenny Rogers and Dottie West and showcases the resilience and power within a woman's heart, resonating with many listeners.
Pop Culture Influence
This song has made appearances in numerous films and television shows, such as "The Sopranos," marking its timeless appeal.
Hall of Fame
Wynette was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1998.
Legacy
Even after Wynette's passing in 1998, "'Til I Can Make It on My Own" remains one of her most popular and enduring hits in the history of country music.

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