Silent Treatment

Earl Thomas Conley

About Silent Treatment

"Silent Treatment" is a song written and recorded by American country music artist Earl Thomas Conley. It was released in November 1980 as the first single from the album Fire & Smoke. The song reached number 7 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.


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Earl Thomas Conley

Earl Thomas Conley (born October 17, 1941, Portsmouth, Ohio, United States) is an American country music singer-songwriter. Between 1980 and 2003, he recorded ten studio albums, including seven for the RCA Records label. In the 1980s and into the 1990s, Conley also charted more than thirty singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts, of which eighteen reached Number One. Conley's eighteen Billboard Number One country singles during the 1980s marked the most Number One hits by any artist in any genre during that decade. more »

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Genre Classification
"Silent Treatment" is a classic country music song. Country music is known for its heartfelt lyrics and storytelling, both of which feature prominently in this song.
Artist Career
Earl Thomas Conley, the artist behind "Silent Treatment," is known as one of the most successful country singers of the 1980s. He has 18 number one country hits to his name.
Album Information
"Silent Treatment" is from Earl Thomas Conley's fourth album, "Don't Make It Easy for Me." This album, released in 1983, contains four number one country hits.
Chart Performance
"Silent Treatment" was released as a single in 1980 and quickly became very popular. It peaked at #7 on the US Billboard Hot Country Songs chart.
Song Theme
The lyrics of "Silent Treatment" talk about a strained relationship. The protagonist is pleading with his partner to express her feelings rather than giving him the silent treatment.
Songwriters
"Silent Treatment" was written by Earl Thomas Conley and Randy Scruggs. Earl Thomas Conley was known for being involved in the writing process of his songs.
Impact on Country Music
The success of "Silent Treatment" and the other hits on "Don't Make It Easy for Me" solidified Earl Thomas Conley's place as one of the leading country artists of the 1980s.
Legacy of the Song
Despite its release over four decades ago, "Silent Treatment" remains a popular song among country music enthusiasts. Its relatable theme of relationship troubles and heartfelt lyrics continue to resonate with listeners.
Videography
A music video was released for "Silent Treatment." In the video, Earl Thomas Conley sings the song while portraying the character experiencing the emotional turmoil described in the lyrics.
Acclaim for the Artist
Earl Thomas Conley was widely considered a blue-collar hero due to his own background and the relatable themes in his songs such as "Silent Treatment." His contributions to country music have been recognized with multiple awards and nominations.

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