About the song
**”Just Between You and Me” by Charley Pride: A Milestone in Country Music**
“Just Between You and Me” is a notable song in the country music genre, penned by Jack Clement and performed by the renowned artist Charley Pride. Released in September 1966, it marked a significant milestone in Pride’s career as his first major hit. This track was the lead single from his debut album, *Pride of Country Music*, and stands out as a pivotal moment for both the artist and the genre.
Charley Pride, a trailblazer in country music, began his journey with RCA Victor Records in 1966. Despite his immense talent, his initial singles, “The Snakes Crawl at Night” and “Before I Met You,” did not achieve commercial success. This lack of success was partly due to the reluctance of radio stations to play his music, influenced by Pride’s race. Recognizing the need for a breakthrough, Jack Clement composed “Just Between You and Me” to give Pride’s career the push it needed.
The song was recorded on May 10, 1966, at the RCA Victor Studio, with Clement, Chet Atkins, and Bob Ferguson handling the production. The release of “Just Between You and Me” in September was a game-changer for Pride. It became his first charting single, spending 19 weeks on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart and reaching as high as number nine in February 1967. This success marked the beginning of a remarkable career for Charley Pride, establishing him as a major figure in country music.
“Just Between You and Me” not only highlighted Charley Pride’s exceptional talent but also played a crucial role in overcoming racial barriers in the music industry. The song remains a cherished classic, reflecting both Pride’s artistic achievement and the broader progress in the world of country music.
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Lyrics
So I feel so blue sometimes I wanna die
And so I’ve got a broken heart so what
They say that time will heal all wounds in mice and men
And I know that someday I’ll forget and love again
But just between you and me
I’ve got my doubts about it
But just between you and me
You’re too much to forget
So I’ve lost the only girl I ever loved
And so I’ve never felt so low so what
I’ll just tell myself each time I wanna cry
That someday time will dry the teardrops from my eyes
But just between you and me
I’m not so sure about it
Cause just between you and me
You’re too much to forget
You’re too much to forget