About the song
“Golden Ring” is a country duet that tells the story of a couple who is celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary. The song is a beautiful and heartwarming tribute to love and commitment, and it has been praised for its sincere lyrics and its timeless message.
The song begins with Jones and Wynette singing about how they first met. They describe how they were immediately smitten with each other, and they knew that they were meant to be together. The song then tells the story of their life together, from their wedding day to the birth of their children to their golden anniversary.
The song’s chorus is a simple but powerful statement of love and commitment: “We’ve come a long way together, and we’ve had our share of ups and downs. But through it all, our love has grown stronger. And today, we celebrate 50 years of marriage with this golden ring.“
The rest of the song is a celebration of the couple’s love and commitment. They sing about how they are grateful for each other, and they look forward to spending many more years together. The song ends with the couple reaffirming their love for each other and exchanging vows to stay together forever.
“Golden Ring” is a beautiful and heartwarming song about love and commitment. It is a classic country duet that has been covered by many artists, including Merle Haggard & Loretta Lynn, Conway Twitty & Loretta Lynn, and George Strait & Martina McBride.
Here are some additional details about the song:
- Genre: Country
- Release Date: 1976
- Album: Golden Ring
- Label: Epic Records
- Songwriters: Bobby Braddock, Curly Putman
- Producer: Billy Sherrill
- Music Video Director: N/A
Critical Reception:
- “Golden Ring” was a critical and commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and number 14 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
- The song was praised for its sincere lyrics and its timeless message.
Commercial Success:
- “Golden Ring” was a commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and number 14 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
- The song was certified Gold by the RIAA in 1976.
Legacy:
- “Golden Ring” is a classic country duet that has been covered by many artists, including Merle Haggard & Loretta Lynn, Conway Twitty & Loretta Lynn, and George Strait & Martina McBride.
- The song is considered to be one of the greatest country songs of all time.
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Lyrics
“Golden Ring”
(with Tammy Wynette)
In a pawn shop in ChicagoOn a sunny summer dayA couple gazes at theWedding rings there on displayShe smiles and nods her headAs he says Honey that’s for youIt’s not much but it’s the best that I can doGolden ring with one tiny little stone
Waiting there for someone to take it home
By itself it’s just a cold metalic thing
Only love can make a golden wedding ring.In a little wedding chapel
Later on that after noon
An old up right piano
Plays that old familiar tune
Tears roll down her cheeks
And happy thoughts run through her head
As he whispers low with this ring I thee wedGolden ring with one tiny little stone
Shining ring now at last it’s found a home
By itself it’s just a cold metalic thing
Only love can make a golden wedding ringIn a small two room apartment
As they fight their final round
He says tou won’t admit it
But I know you’re leavin’ town
She says One thing’s for certain
I don’t love you anymore
And throws down the ring
As she walks out the doorGolden ring with one tiny little stone
Cast aside like the love that’s dead and gone
By itself it’s just a cold metalic thing
Only love can make a golden wedding ringIn a pawn shop in Chicago
On a sunny summer day
A couple gazes at the
Wedding rings there on displayGolden ring…