Then and Only Then
Bill Anderson
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Release Information"Then and Only Then" is a song by American country artists Bill Anderson and Connie Smith.
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Song ChartingOriginally released by Connie Smith in 1965, the song reached No. 4 on the Billboard Country Chart.
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Record LabelThe song was released under the RCA Victor label, one of the oldest and most prominent labels in the music industry.
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Album Details"Then and Only Then" is also the title track of Connie Smith's second studio album, released in the same year.
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SongwriterThe song was written by Bill Anderson, a significant country songwriter and singer.
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Collaboration HistoryInterestingly, Anderson and Smith have done numerous collaborations throughout their careers, and Anderson has written many of Smith's hit songs.
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Bill Anderson's CareerAs a singer and songwriter, Bill Anderson had a prolific career, he is also a television host and has been a member of the Grand Ole Opry for more than 60 years.
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Connie Smith's CareerConnie Smith is considered one of country music's best vocalists. In 2012, she was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame, cementing her legacy in the genre.
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Lyrics ThemeThe lyrics of "Then and Only Then" discuss a past love that the singer can't move on from, a common theme in country music.
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Song Genre"Then and Only Then" is primarily classified under the genre of American country music.
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Cover VersionsOver the years, the song has been covered by various artists, testifying to its enduring popularity.
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Popular PerformanceOne of the enduring performances of the song was during the "Grand Ole Opry Night" in 1965.
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Music StyleThe song's style is classic 1960s country, characterized by heartfelt lyrics, traditional country instruments, and powerful vocal delivery.
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