Almost Goodbye
Mark Chesnutt
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There was rain on the street last night We stood beneath the front door light And everything we said we made sure the neighbors heard You called me this, I called you that Standing on the welcome mat Everything we felt it all came down to just one word But you couldn't say it and I couldn't say it You know I tried my best to go I know you cried 'cause I hurt you so It should have been easy to say that we were through But to walk away from love was more than we could do It was almost goodbye Almost goodbye Now there was sun through the blinds this morning When I opened up my eyes Outside I could hear a mockingbird And I could feel your heartbeat as you laid there by my side I thought of how the world could end with just one word But you didn't say it, and I didn't say it You know I tried my best to go I know you cried 'cause I hurt you so It should have been easy to say that we were through But to walk away from love was more than we could do It was almost goodbye Almost goodbye Sometimes the most important words are the ones that you leave unspoken You know I tried my best to go And I know you cried 'cause I hurt you so It should have been easy to say that we were through But to walk away from love that way was more than we could do It was almost goodbye Almost goodbye, no, I couldn't say it was Almost goodbye, oh oh Almost goodbye.
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Written by: BILLY LIVSEY, DONALD ALAN JR. SCHLITZ
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Song Origins"Almost Goodbye" by Mark Chesnutt is a country music song first released on August 31, 1993.
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Song WriterThe song was composed by notable songwriter Billy Livsey and Don Schlitz. Don Schlitz, a veteran songwriter, has penned numerous hits for other country music stars, including the iconic 'The Gambler' for Kenny Rogers.
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AlbumThe song is the title track of Mark Chesnutt's third studio album, also titled "Almost Goodbye."
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Chart Performance"Almost Goodbye" reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart in the United States in 1993, marking Chesnutt's fourth song to reach this peak position.
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Music VideoA music video for the song was also released in 1993, directed by esteemed music video director John Lloyd Miller.
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Critical ReceptionThe song is often lauded for its poignant lyricism and Chesnutt's emotive performance. It's considered one of the best examples of the neotraditional country style that was popular in the 1990s.
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Cover VersionsDespite its success, there are no notable cover versions of "Almost Goodbye." Chesnutt's rendition remains the definitive interpretation of the song.
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Significance in Chesnutt's Career"Almost Goodbye" helped solidify Chesnutt's status as one of the top country vocalists of the 1990s. The success of the song contributed significantly to his ongoing popularity.
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Mark Chesnutt's StyleKnown for his traditionalist country approach, Chesnutt's rendition of "Almost Goodbye" is often cited as a perfect example of his style, with its combination of classic country elements with a modern edge.
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Awards and HonorsAlthough “Almost Goodbye” didn’t win any awards, Chesnutt’s powerful performances and hit songs like this one have earned him several accolades throughout his career. He has been named 'Top New Male Vocalist' by the Academy of Country Music and 'Male Vocalist of the Year' nominee by the Country Music Association.
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