Right or Wrong
Wanda Jackson
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Right or wrong I'll be with you I'll do what you ask me to For I believe that I belong By your side, right or wrong Right or wrong it's got to be Always you, always me Won't you take me along To be with you right or wrong? If it's right for me to love you It can't be wrong for me to care If you will say you love me My life with you I'll share Right or wrong, day by day All my love, all the way For I believe that I belong By your side, right or wrong
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Written by: WANDA JACKSON
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10 facts about this song
Artist Background"Right or Wrong" is a song performed by Ronnie Dove and Wanda Jackson. Ronnie Dove, born in Maryland, is an American pop and country singer who gained fame in the mid to late 1960's. Known as "The Patsy Cline of Country Music," Wanda Jackson is an award-winning singer, songwriter, and musician also often referred to as the "Queen of Rockabilly" or the "First Lady of Rockabilly."
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Song Origin“Right or Wrong” was first written and introduced by jazz musician W.C. Handy in 1921. It was then covered by many artists.
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Different VersionsWanda Jackson and Ronnie Dove's particular version of "Right or Wrong" was released in 1964. However, Jackson recorded her initial version of the song in 1961 for Capitol records, while Ronnie Dove’s single version was recorded in 1964.
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PopularityRonnie Dove's version of "Right or Wrong" reached number 14 in the US pop charts in 1964. This was his first top 20 hit, which launched his singing career.
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Other Famous Cover"Right or Wrong" has been covered by several famous artists throughout its life. A notable version was recorded by singer and songwriter George Strait in 1983. Strait's rendition of the song also became a significant hit, reaching number one on the country charts.
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Signature SongAlthough both Ronnie Dove and Wanda Jackson have a number of popular songs to their names, "Right or Wrong" remains one of their most recognizable and enduring hits.
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GenreThe song is primarily a pop ballad. However, given the different styles of Wanda Jackson and Ronnie Dove, it has also been categorized under the country and rockabilly genres.
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AlbumsDove's version of "Right or Wrong" was included in his debut album, "Right Or Wrong," while Wanda Jackson's version was featured in her 1961 album "Right or Wrong and Other Great Country Anthems."
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LyricsThe song's lyrics tell the love story in which the singer declares their unconditional love for their significant other, "right or wrong". It dwells on the theme of unyielding devotion, irrespective of the consequences.
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Live PerformancesBoth Jackson and Dove have performed "Right or Wrong" many times live, both as solo performances and duets. These performances were usually met with significant applause and appreciation from audiences.
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