About the song
George Jones & Tammy Wynette’s “We Loved It Away”
“We Loved It Away” is a country duet written by George Richey and Carmol Taylor. It was first recorded by Jones and Wynette in 1972 and released as the second single from their album We Love to Sing About Jesus. The song reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart and became one of the most popular country duets of all time.
The song tells the story of a couple who has been through a lot together but has managed to stay in love. The lyrics are simple but powerful, and the song’s message of love and perseverance has resonated with listeners for generations.
Jones and Wynette’s voices are perfectly suited for the song. Jones’s rich, smooth vocals are a perfect match for Wynette’s clear, powerful voice. The two singers blend their voices seamlessly, creating a beautiful and moving duet.
“We Loved It Away” is a classic country duet that is sure to touch the hearts of listeners of all ages. It is a song about love, loss, and perseverance, and it is a reminder that love can conquer all.
Some additional information about the song:
- The song was inspired by Jones and Wynette’s own relationship. They were married at the time the song was recorded, and they had been through a lot together, including Jones’s struggles with alcohol addiction.
- The song was a critical and commercial success. It won the Grammy Award for Best Country Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal in 1973.
- The song has been covered by many artists, including Dolly Parton & Kenny Rogers, Loretta Lynn & Conway Twitty, and Willie Nelson & Merle Haggard.
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Lyrics
We Loved It Away”
(with George Jones)All my friends told me, we’d never make it
That love to you was just a game you played
And I’ll admit at times we had rough goin’
But in each other’s arms we loved it awayAnd I’ve been told, my love could never hold you
To tie it down’s a price you’d never pay
And I’ll admit there’s times when you got restless
But in each other’s arms we loved it awayStep by step we walked the road together
Hand in hand love grew more everyday
When trouble came we held on to each other
And in each other’s arms we loved it awayAnd in each other’s arms we loved it away