Description
George Jones: I'm a One Woman Man – Classic Country Collection | Music CD
Product Information
- UPC/EAN: 5033107134328
- Product Type: Music CD
- Genre: Classic Country
- Release Date: Compilation
- Number of Tracks: 15
- Label: Going for a Song Ltd.
- Total Duration: Approximately 32 minutes
- Format: Compact Disc
- Catalog Number: GFS343
Overview
"George Jones: I'm a One Woman Man" is a collection of 15 classic tracks showcasing the unmistakable voice and emotional depth of country music legend George Jones. This compilation features Jones' early recordings including signature tunes like the rockabilly-infused title track "I'm a One Woman Man," the heartbreaking "Rain Rain," and the timeless "Any Old Time." With a runtime of approximately 32 minutes, this album provides an excellent introduction to the authentic honky-tonk sound that established George Jones as one of country music's most influential vocalists before his later ballad-focused career phase.
Product Features
- 15 classic early George Jones recordings
- Digitally remastered using CEDAR audio restoration technology
- Includes original compositions by Jones himself
- Features collaborations with legendary songwriters like Jimmie Rodgers and Don Gibson
- Comprehensive track listing with songwriter credits
- Compact disc format with digital audio quality
- Manufactured in the European Community
Interesting Facts
George Jones, widely regarded as one of the greatest vocalists in country music history, began his career with a more upbeat honky-tonk style before developing the heart-wrenching ballad approach that would become his trademark. Many of the tracks in this collection represent Jones' early Starday and Mercury Records period, when his sound was more heavily influenced by Hank Williams and the traditional country styles of the 1950s.
"I'm a One Woman Man," the title track of this collection, showcases Jones' versatility with its rockabilly-influenced arrangement. Though originally recorded in 1960, the song enjoyed renewed popularity when Jones re-recorded it in 1989 for his "One Woman Man" album, demonstrating the timelessness of his early material.
The collection includes "Sweet Dreams," a Don Gibson composition that would later become a massive hit for Patsy Cline, showing Jones' ability to interpret material that would become country standards. His collaboration with noted songwriters like Darrell Edwards and Herbie Treece produced several tracks in this collection, including "Who Shot Sam?" and "Accidentally on Purpose," highlighting Jones' connection to the vibrant Nashville songwriting community of the era.
Track Listing
- I'm a One Woman Man (Jones) - 1:49
- Maybe Little Baby (Jones) - 2:02
- One is a Lonely Number (Jones) - 2:30
- Rain Rain (Jones/Richardson/Miller) - 2:10
- You All Goodnight (Jones/Broadway) - 2:06
- Wasted Words (Gibson) - 2:11
- Go Away With Me (Welch) - 1:45
- 'Cause I Love You (Pierce/Dill) - 2:02
- Heartbroken Me (Hayes) - 2:40
- Yes I Know Why (Pierce) - 2:02
- Accidentally on Purpose (Jones/Edwards) - 2:25
- Who Shot Sam? (Jones/Edwards) - [duration not listed]
- Sweet Dreams (Gibson) - 2:07
- Frozen Heart (Jones/Yancy) - 2:09
- Any Old Time (Rodgers) - 1:36
Publishers
Licensed by Going for a Song Ltd, Berkhamsted, Herts, HP4 3AP, UK. All single artist tracks are by the original artist but may be re-recorded. All rights of the manufacturer and of the recorded work reserved. Manufactured in the EC.
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