Try a Little Kindness

Glen Campbell

About Try a Little Kindness

"Try a Little Kindness" is a song written by Curt Sapaugh and Bobby Austin, first recorded by American country music singer Glen Campbell. The song was a hit on three different music charts: it peaked at number two for one week on the country charts. "Try a Little Kindness" went to number one for one week on the Hot Adult Contemporary chart as well as peaking at number 23 on the Billboard Hot 100.


Year:
1978
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If you see your brother standing by the road
With a heavy load from the seeds he's sowed
And if you see your sister falling by the way
Just stop and say, you're going the wrong way

You got to try a little kindness
Yes show a little kindness
Just shine your light for everyone to see
And if you try a little kindness
Then you'll overlook the blindness
Of narrow-minded people on the narrow-minded streets

Don't walk around the down and out
Lend a helping hand instead of doubt
And the kindness that you show every day
Will help someone along their way

You got to try a little kindness
Yes show a little kindness
Just shine your light for everyone to see
And if you try a little kindness
Then you'll overlook the blindness
Of narrow-minded people on the narrow-minded streets

You got to try a little kindness
Yes show a little kindness
Just shine your light for everyone to see
And if you try a little kindness
Then you'll overlook the blindness
Of narrow-minded people on the narrow-minded streets

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Glen Campbell

Glen Travis Campbell (born April 22, 1936) is an American country music singer, guitarist, television host and occasional actor. He is best known for a series of hits in the 1960s and 1970s, as well as for hosting a variety show called The Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour on CBS television. more »

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Written by: BOBBY AUSTIN, CURT SAPAUGH

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10 facts about this song

Artist Background
"Try a Little Kindness" was sung by country music legend Glen Campbell. Campbell was an influential figure in country music, with over 45 million records sold worldwide.
Composition and Release
"Try a Little Kindness" was composed by Bobby Austin and Curt Sapaugh. The song was released by Campbell in 1969 and became one of his biggest hits during his career.
Chart Performance
"Try a Little Kindness" peaked at number two on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart and also hit number 23 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Album Information
The song was also the title track of Campbell's 12th studio album, which was also successful, peaking at number one on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart.
Lyrics
The lyrics to "Try a Little Kindness" send a message of love and compassion, with lines like "Don't walk around the down and out, lend a helping hand instead of doubt".
1969 CMA Awards
Glen Campbell performed "Try a Little Kindness" at the 1969 Country Music Association Awards. This notable performance further skyrocketed the song to fame.
Impact
"Try a Little Kindness" remains a fan favorite and continues to be associated with Campbell's legacy, even after his death in 2017.
Cover Versions
The song's success and powerful message have led to numerous cover versions by artists in various genres. These artists include The Collingsworth Family, a Kentucky-based gospel music group, and Billy Gilman, an American country music artist, showcase its wide-reaching impact.
Social Relevance
"Try a Little Kindness" was praised for its socially relevant lyrics during a time of significant cultural upheaval in the U.S.
Other Media
The song also made its way into television, having been featured on Glen Campbell's variety show, "The Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour".

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