Once in a Blue Moon

Earl Thomas Conley

About Once in a Blue Moon

"Once in a Blue Moon" is a song written by Robert Byrne and Tom Brasfield, and recorded by American country music artist Earl Thomas Conley. It was released in January 1986 as the second and final single from his Greatest Hits compilation album. The song was Conley's eleventh number one on the country chart. The single went to number one for one week and spent fourteen weeks on the country chart.


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1985
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Nine times of ten, she's right and I am wrong,
When I won't give in she just goes along
Standing by my side, sitting home alone
I'll never know what keeps her hanging on
When anybody else would be long gone
But once in a blue moon I'll do something right
And Once in a blue moon I'll make her feel so fine
I can make her laugh, And make her cry
She hates the way she loves me sometimes
Once in a blue moon I'll do something right
She's starving for affection, so hungry for loves touch
But she only hears 'I love you' when we're making love
Lord, I'll always wonder why she love me so much
And the best I'll ever do won't be enough
So I'll just thank my lucky stars above
But once in a blue moon I'll do something right
And Once in a blue moon I'll make her feel so fine
I can make her laugh, And make her cry
She hates the way she loves me sometimes
Once in a blue moon, once in a blue moon
Every once in a blue moon
I'll do something right
Once in a blue moon...

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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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Written by: Tom Brasfield, Robert Byrne

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Release Details
"Once in a Blue Moon" is a song recorded by American country music artist Earl Thomas Conley. It was released in October 1986 as the second single from Conley's album 'Too Many Times.'
Chart Success
As testament to its popularity, the song reached number 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart in early 1987.
Song Background
The track was co-written by Conley and Robert Byrne. The lyrics tell a story about a man reflecting on a past love that he still yearns for, likening her rare love to the occurrence of a blue moon.
Review
Critics praised the track for its touching narrative and Conley's heartfelt performance, further solidifying his reputation as one of the leading country artists of the 1980s.
Album Success
The album 'Too Many Times', from which "Once in a Blue Moon" is taken, peaked at number 3 on the US Billboard Top Country Albums chart, reinforcing Conley's commercial success during this period.
Significance
The song is considered one of Earl Thomas Conley's signature songs. Despite the release of many other chart-topping songs, "Once in a Blue Moon" remains a fan favourite due to its insightful lyrics and emotive delivery.
Continuing Legacy
"Once in a Blue Moon" continues to receive airplay on country radio stations, and it's often included in playlists and compilifications of Conley's best work. It thus plays a significant role in preserving the late singer's musical legacy.
Cover Versions
While Conley's rendition is the most famous, "Once in a Blue Moon" has been covered by multiple artists across different genres, showcasing its universal appeal.
Music Video
While a music video was not typical for country songs in the 1980s, a live performance video of the song was released. This allowed fans to experience Conley's passionate delivery and stage presence, lending another layer of appreciation to the track.
Award Nominations
Although it did not win any awards, "Once in a Blue Moon" contributed to the 1986 and 1987 nominations Earl Thomas Conley received for Male Vocalist of the Year from the Country Music Association.

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