Distant Drums
Jim Reeves
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I hear the sound of distant drums Far away, far away And if they call for me to come Then I must go, and you must stay So, Mary, marry me, let's not wait Let's share all the time we can before it's too late Love me now, for now is all the time there may be If you love me, Mary, Mary, marry me I hear the sound of bugles blowing Far away, far away And if they call, then I must go Across the sea, so wild and gray So, Mary, marry me, let's not wait Or the distant drums might change our wedding day Love me now, for now is all the time there may be If you love me, Mary, Mary, marry me
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Written by: CINDY WALKER
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12 facts about this song
Song's History"Distant Drums" is a song recorded by American country singer Jim Reeves. The song was released posthumously in 1966, two years after Reeves' death in a plane crash.
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Chart AchievementsDespite being posthumous, the song did amazingly well on the charts. It topped the UK Singles Chart for five weeks and was Reeves' only UK number-one hit.
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Lyrics and MusicThe song was written by Cindy Walker. Its poignant lyrics and Reeves' smooth delivery make it a timeless classic for country music fans.
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Posthumous SuccessThe success of "Distant Drums" encouraged producers to release more of Reeves' recordings after his death, granting him a significantly longer career posthumously than when he was alive.
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AwardsThe popularity and success of "Distant Drums" helped Jim Reeves to win the 1966 Grammy for Best Male Country Vocal Performance.
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ControversyThe song sparked controversy in the UK about the selection process for number-one hits. Many believed the song had been given preferential treatment due to Reeves' recent death, leading to changes in how the UK charts were compiled.
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Covers"Distant Drums" has been covered by numerous artists, including country stars Freddy Fender and, more recently, Daniel O'Donnell.
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AlbumThe song is featured on the album of the same name - "Distant Drums".
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InfluenceThe success of the song helped to cement Jim Reeves' legacy in the world of country music. Even today, many country artists cite Reeves as a major influence on their music.
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Posthumous AlbumsDue to the success of "Distant Drums", Reeves' label released numerous albums of his music posthumously. The singer's voice was even overlaid with new backing tracks for a series of duets with Patsy Cline, who also died in a plane crash.
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Distinctive StyleThe song showcases Jim Reeves' distinctive style known as the "Nashville sound", which blends traditional country music with pop.
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Record Label"Distant Drums" was released by RCA Victor - one of the oldest and most successful record labels in the history of recorded music.
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