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- Why Me (Kris Kristofferson song) - Wikipedia
Wolfgang Hildebrandt also recorded a version of the song titled "Why Me Lord" on his 2018 album Country Love Songs Josh Turner recorded the song as a duet with Kristofferson on his 2020 album Country State of Mind
- Kris Kristofferson Opens Up About The Profound . . . - Country Rebel
In 1973, Kris Kristofferson released his emotionally raw song “Why Me ” The single topped the US Hot Country Songs chart and spent 19 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100 cross-genre chart The song featured vocals by Kris’ to-be-wife Rita Coolidge and was released in 1973 on the album Jesus Was a Capricorn
- The Story Behind Kris Kristoffersons Why Me Lord - Wide Open Country
With backing vocals from Kristofferson's soon-to-be wife, Rita Coolidge as well as Larry Gatlin, "Why Me Lord" was actually inspired by Larry Gatlin's song, "Help Me Lord " The song was
- Why Me Lord – Kris Kristofferson – Country Music
Built around a gentle country-gospel melody, the song is driven by a slow tempo and a combination of acoustic guitars and light piano accompaniment The chord progression is straightforward, allowing Kristofferson’s deep, weathered voice to take center stage
- Kris Kristofferson – “Why Me Lord” (1972) - Favorites Music
He quickly became a leading figure in the burgeoning “outlaw country” movement of the 1970s, known for his raw, honest lyrics and distinctive gravelly voice He’s won three Grammy Awards, including one for “Best Country Vocal Performance, Male” in 1972
- “Why Me” – Kris Kristofferson (1972) - countrymusic. wameed. org
“Why Me” stands as a landmark achievement in country music history Its enduring popularity stems from a powerful combination of factors: Kristofferson’s distinctive vocal style, the simple yet emotive musical arrangement, and the song’s deeply introspective lyrics
- The Story Behind The Biggest Hit In Kris Kristoffersons Career, Why . . .
In 1973, Kris Kristofferson earned his lone major country hit as a solo recording artist when “Why Me Lord” reached No 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart while peaking at No 16 on the Billboard Hot 100
- Kris Kristofferson – Why Me (Lord) – Country Music
The musical style of “Why Me” is rooted in the traditions of country gospel, blending a straightforward melody with heartfelt lyrics The song is structured around a simple chord progression, allowing Kristofferson’s voice and the song’s message to take center stage
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