Precious Memories
George Jones, Patti Page
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PRECIOUS MEMORIES WRITER J.B.F. WRIGHT (Precious mem'ries) Precious mem'ries unseen angel sent from somewhere to my soul How they linger ever near me and the sacred past unfolds Precious mem'ries how they linger how they ever flood my soul In the stillness of the midnight precious sacred seems unfold Precious father loving mother fly across the lonely years And the old home scenes from my childhood in fond memory appear Precious mem'ries how they linger... Precious mem'ries flood my soul
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Written by: J.B.F. WRIGHT, LONNIE B. COMBS
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Alan Jackson's "Precious Memories" (Country/GospelThis song is part of Jackson's album, also called "Precious Memories", which consists purely of traditional gospel music.
- "Precious Memories" album was a surprise hit on both the country and pop charts and set the stage for 2013’s sequel "Precious Memories: Volume II".
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Bob Dylan's "Precious Memories" (Folk/RockBob Dylan is famously known for incorporating religion in his music and "Precious Memories" is no exception.
- Dylan's version of the song is included in his 13th studio album, "Shot of Love", released in August 1981.
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Edwin Hawkins' "Precious Memories" (GospelKnown for his innovative urban contemporary gospel sound, Edwin Hawkins recorded an unforgettable version of "Precious Memories".
- The song demonstrates Hawkins' keen ability to blend traditional gospel music with more contemporary sounds.
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Emmylou Harris' "Precious Memories" (Country"Precious Memories" can be found on Harris' "Angel Band" album, her 15th, which is fully devoted to bluegrass-inspired gospel music.
- Singing with a full traditional choir, Harris' rendition is as soulful and inspiring as it can get.
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George Jones' "Precious Memories" (CountryJones' version of "Precious Memories" appeared on his album "I Am What I Am", his best selling album that reestablished his place at the top of the country music chart.
- His rendition reflects his deep religious sentiment and the classic country ballad style.
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Jim Reeves' "Precious Memories" (CountryReeves' rendition of "Precious Memories" is found on his posthumous 1971 album, "We Thank Thee", consisting of both new songs and compiled traditional ones.
- His mellow baritone voice brings out the heartfelt message of the song making it deeply moving.
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Johnny Cash's "Precious Memories" (Country/RockCash recorded "Precious Memories" on his album "Hymns by Johnny Cash", his fifth album and first gospel collection.
- His rough, unpolished voice adds another layer of depth to the song's meaning, presenting it with an added raw simplicity.
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Waylon Jennings' "Precious Memories" (CountryKnown for his smooth bass-baritone voice, Jennings’ rendition of the song is included in his 1968 album, "Hangin' On".
- The song is blended with a unique "outlaw country" flavor that Jennings was famous for.
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