Love Is No Excuse

Jeannie Seely, Jack Greene

About Love Is No Excuse

"Love Is No Excuse" is a single by American country music artists Jim Reeves and Dottie West. Released in February 1964, the song peaked at number 7 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart and #15 on the Bubbling Under Hot 100 singles listing. The song was also recorded by Ernest Tubb, John Grier, Connie Smith in French and English, Hank King, Jack Greene and Jeannie Seely, and Shot Jackson,


Year:
1970
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Love is no excuse for what we're doing
For we both know that's two hearts could break
We tell ourselves it's cause we love each other but love is no excuse for us to make

Sure we love each other and it could be so right

But not if someone else have got to pay

Our love for each other looks good in the night
But our love can never see the light of day
It's been going on for much too long now and our wrongs have mounted one by one
We tell ourselves we've got to have each other
But love is no excuse for what we've done

It's been going on...
No love is no excuse for what we've done

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Jack Greene

Jack Greene (born January 7, 1930) is an American country musician nicknamed the "Jolly Green Giant" and well known for his 1966 hit "There Goes My Everything." more »

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Written by: JUSTIN TUBB

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9 facts about this song

Jim Reeves' Version
The version of "Love Is No Excise" by Jim Reeves is a duet with Dottie West. It was included in their album called "Love Is No Excise" released in February 1980, seven years after Jim Reeves death.
Connie Smith Contribution
American country artist Connie Smith also recorded a rendition of the song in 1967. It's her duet with Jack Greene and is featured on their album 'Connie Smith and Jack Greene'. It was released in 1969 by Decca Records.
Song's Composition
"Love Is No Excuse" is a country song originally written by Justin Tubb. He is the son of the legendary Ernest Tubb, making the song a part of the rich Tubb family legacy.
Ernest Tubb's Version
Ernest Tubb himself recorded the song. Although it was his son who penned the lyrics, Ernest Tubb’s rendition is well-acclaimed and the song has become a staple in the cannon of his recordings.
Jack Greene's Version
Country singer Jack Greene covered the song featuring Connie Smith and it was included in their shared album under Decca Records.
Song Legacy
The popular country song has been covered by many artists all throughout the years, showcasing its influence and impact in the music industry, particularly within the country music genre.
Notable Chart Performance
Connie Smith and Jack Greene's version reached No. 2 on the Cash Box Country Singles chart and also crossed over to the pop chart reaching No. 60 on the Cash Box Top 100 in 1969.
Theme and Lyrical Content
"Love Is No Excuse" deals with the theme of infidelity, where two lovers admit their feelings for one another, but recognize that acting on these emotions would be wrong as they are both committed to someone else.
Universal Appeal
Despite the personal subject matter, the song’s timeless melody and relatable lyrics have struck a chord with a wide audience, explaining its enduring popularity.

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