About the song
Tammy Wynette and George Jones: A Country Music Powerhouse
Tammy Wynette and George Jones were two of the most iconic and influential figures in country music history. Both singers were known for their powerful voices and their ability to connect with audiences through their heartfelt lyrics.
“Golden Ring”: A Duet for the Ages
One of the most famous duets of all time is “Golden Ring,” which was recorded by Tammy Wynette and George Jones in 1976. The song was written by Bobby Braddock and Curly Putman, and it tells the story of a couple who are struggling to make their marriage work.
The song’s lyrics are both beautiful and heartbreaking.
The song begins with the couple looking at wedding rings in a pawn shop window. The man asks the woman if she would like to have one of the rings, but she says no. She tells him that she would rather have a golden ring that represents their love, even if it is not made of gold.
The song’s message is one of hope and resilience.
The couple in the song is facing many challenges, but they are determined to stay together. They know that their love is the most important thing, and they are willing to fight for it.
“Golden Ring” is a timeless classic.
The song has been covered by many artists over the years, but Tammy Wynette and George Jones’s version remains the definitive one. It is a song that will continue to be enjoyed by country music fans for generations to come.
Here are some additional details about the song and the artists:
- “Golden Ring” was released in 1976 as the lead single from Tammy Wynette’s album of the same name.
- The song reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart and number 13 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
- “Golden Ring” won the Grammy Award for Best Country Vocal Performance by a Duo or Group in 1977.
- The song was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2004.
Tammy Wynette and George Jones were both legends in country music.
Tammy Wynette was known as the “First Lady of Country Music.” She had a string of hits in the 1960s and 1970s, including “Stand by Your Man,” “D-I-V-O-R-C-E,” and “Til I Can Make It on My Own.”
George Jones was known as the “No Show” Jones for his reputation of missing concerts. He had a long and successful career, with hits like “He Stopped Loving Her Today,” “I Don’t Need Your Rockin’ Chair,” and “White Lightning.”
“Golden Ring” is a classic country duet that will continue to be enjoyed for many years to come.
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Lyrics
“Golden Ring”
In a pawn shop in Chicago
On a sunny summer day
A couple gazes at the wedding rings
There on displayShe smiles ‘n’ nods her head
As he says, “Honey that’s for you
It’s not much, but it’s the best
That I can do”Golden rings, with one tiny little stone
Waiting there, for someone to take you home
By itself, it’s just a cold metallic thing
Only love can make a golden wedding ringIn a little wedding chapel, later on that afternoon
An old upright 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 metallic thing
Only love can make a golden wedding ringIn a small two room apartment
As they fought their final round
He says, “You won’t admit it
But I know you’re leavin’ town”She says, “One thing’s for certain
I don’t love you any more”
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 metallic 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 display
Golden ring