About The Song
George Jones & Tammy Wynette – Golden Ring
“Golden Ring” is a country duet by American country music legends George Jones and Tammy Wynette. Here’s a breakdown of the song’s details:
Release:
- Released as a single in May 1976 (the first single from their duet album of the same name)
- Album: Golden Ring (released August 1976)
Songwriters:
- Bobby Braddock
- Rafe Van Hoy
Chart Performance:
- Reached No. 1 on the Billboard Country Singles chart
Album Performance:
- Golden Ring, the album containing the song, reached No. 1 on the Billboard Country Albums chart.
Background:
- “Golden Ring” was one of many successful collaborations between Jones and Wynette, who were married from 1969 to 1975.
- The song is a classic country ballad about love and commitment. The lyrics tell the story of a couple who have been through hard times but are still committed to each other.
- Jones’ powerful vocals and Wynette’s sweet voice blend beautifully on the track, making it a fan favorite.
Legacy:
- “Golden Ring” remains a beloved song in country music and a testament to the enduring power of Jones and Wynette’s partnership.
Additional Resources:
- You can listen to “Golden Ring” on various streaming services.
- While I cannot provide links due to my safety policy, you can find the song by searching for “George Jones & Tammy Wynette – Golden Ring” on your preferred platform.
- Watch the music video (if available) by searching for the same term on YouTube.
Video
Lyrics
Let’s sing along with the lyrics!
In a pawn shop in Chicago
On a sunny summer day
A couple gazes at the wedding rings there on display
She smiles and 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 (golden ring)
With one tiny little stone
Waiting there (waiting there)
For someone to take you home
By itself (by itself)
It’s just a cold metallic thing
Only love can make a golden wedding ring
In 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 wed”
Golden rings (golden ring)
With one tiny little stone
Shining ring (shining ring)
Now at last it’s found a home
By itself (by itself)
It’s just a cold metallic thing
Only love can make a golden wedding ring
In 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 anymore”
And throws down the ring
As she walks out the door
Golden rings (golden ring)
With one tiny little stone
Cast aside (cast aside)
Like the love that’s dead and gone
By itself (by itself)
It’s just a cold metallic thing
Only love can make a golden wedding ring
In a pawn shop in Chicago
On a sunny summer day
A couple gazes at the wedding rings there on display
Golden ring
