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[@Gage-ye6md]

A lot of people don't know that Kris is a Rhodes Scholar and was also a Captain in the Army. Kris is a very intelligent guy with a big heart.

[@pamhines1748]

Don’t forget that he was also a helicopter pilot

[@jasonbyassee7541]

I was going to bring up the Rhodes scholar point. That is a huge deal, especially with the life he lived.

[@denniskelly2177]

Much respect for him. Very good song writer also.

[@laurashelton5942]

He is probably one of the best songwriters of all time.

[@denniskelly2177]

Don't disagree about being one of the best songwriters along with his friend Willie Nelson. I was really impressed with Kris after reading about his life before his fame.

[@sbigford]

Kris started out as a Special Forces U.S. Army Officer. He resigned when he could no longer ignore the call of music. He worked as a janitor in at a music production company until he got a chance to have his music recorded. He went on to be one of the most incredible music writers/singers in country music. He has starred in many movies as well. The host is one of the most important Country music DJs ever, Ralph Emory.

[@heetcrusher2880]

Also he was a rhodes scholar at Oxford University. Ralph Emory is a legend. He hosted the original Country TV . He was pretty much the Johhny Carson of country in Nashville. Kris is one of the Highwaymen. One of his best movies that Elvis Turn down is the original A Star is Born with Barbara Streisand. I love sunday morning come down, silver tongue devil, me and bobby mcgee, take the ribbon from your hair, to beat the devil, watch closely now there are so many, Plus you would be surprised at how many songs he wrote for other artists.

[@paulwhite5840]

Ralph Emory is the interviewer.

[@patbrewer4205]

@@heetcrusher2880not the original that starred Judy Garland

[@timothycnptmp]

He was not Special Forces, he started out a helicopter pilot and earned the Army Ranger Tab. SF(Special Forces) wears a Green Beret(hence why they are called Green Berets)and Rangers at that time when he was in and up till about 97/98 wore the black beret. Rangers now wear the tan beret to honor those that were killed in Somalia. SF and Rangers are part of the Special Operations Command(SOC), but they are two different units with two different missions. They are not the same.

[@3idraven714]

"Me and Bobby Mcgee" one of the best songs ever written "Freedom's just another word for nothin left to lose, nothin ain't nothin but it's free"

[@user-yd2pt8db6s]

Sunday morning coming down another great song by Kris

[@user-yd2pt8db6s]

Actor, song writer, singer, Highwaymen, legend

[@zackwhite4928]

You have to google this guy one of the most amazing songwriters and singers ever nobody will ever have the credibility that this guy has he’s a genius in so many different fields

[@jamesbeck5113]

I'm remembering the day HE opened his arms to me. Just to find out they were always open and HE had been patiently waiting. This song always brings a tear and a smile together. Beautiful reaction....thank you for sharing a little of your spirit with us. ❤

[@bman133]

Thank you Lord for this song. Thank you Kris for writing it down when he gave it to you. And thank you young lady for the reaction. ❤

[@neildonley9626]

Ralph Emory was the Johnny Carson of Nashville. If you were an up and coming country artist, appearing on his show and Ralph's approval was a huge boost to your career. Otherwise, if you were anybody in Nashville or County music, you found time to be on his show.

[@L.AlanTCB]

I immediately thought about ol' Shotgun Red ... lol

[@rickweaver1151]

Ignore that "Surprise" comment. Its a Telegram Scam!

[@brendaaverett4339]

I love the fact that you are so willing to talk about your faith and your relationship with Jesus. In this day and age people shy away from talking about their faith for fear of making someone mad, or as in your case, of losing subscribers. I, for one, am proud to be a subscriber. Keep reacting and sharing your testimony whenever you can. God bless

[@deborahkauffman8926]

Amen

[@KWayne6756]

Always be selling huh?

[@elishawilliams5407]

I concur

[@user-yj9sp8qs9w]

🙏 Amen. ❤️

[@markoehler2752]

I can all but guarantee that everyone that was in that room knew every word of that song. That song is what Kris is known for. He is called by many “the greatest lyricist in the English language” he is an incredible songwriter. If you want to know why they call him that, listen to more of his music, & not just the popular stuff- dive off into some of his more obscure work, and the way he puts words together will melt your brain.

[@terri2494]

I was going to say that I’m sure they all knew the song. I don’t know when this performance took place but he looks decades older than when he originally released it.

[@jeffdetmer4681]

Hi Britt. Could write a book about Kris. 1st though this is from a series of shows called Country Family Reunion. The host back then was Ralph Emery, who was a big time Country Disc Jockey and TV variety show host. The people surrounding Kris are indeed all big stars. Bobby Bare, B.J. Thomas, Barbara Fairchild, Janie Fricke, and so many others. Kris and Willie have been friends since the dinosaurs roamed the earth. Both hall of fame songwriters and amazing performers. Also they were half of a super group late in their careers along with Johnny Cash and Waylon Jennings called The Highwaymen. Kris was in the army for several years. Was an officer and a helicopter pilot. He also was asked to teach at West Point. He was a Rhodes Scholar, a writer and poet. In his younger days also boxed and played football. A true Renaissance Man. His love for music drove him to Nashville though, where he took a job as a janitor just to get a foot in the door at a record company. One weekend he took a flight in an army reserve helicopter and landed it on Cash's lawn. Johnny and June were not home but he left a tape with the caretaker. I believe it was his song Sunday Mornin Coming Down which Johnny loved and recorded. Kris wrote many hits for himself and other stars, including Janis Joplin's hit Me and Bobby McGee. He also has gotten a lot of work as an actor. He has been in a number of movies etc. He starred in the 1976 movie A Star is Born with Barbra Streisand. Kris was wrongly diagnosed with dementia caused by (possibly) Alzheime'rs. Turns out he was having memory fog issues from a previous case of Lyme Disease. He has recovered his memory and is doing well. He is 87 now. Geez, I did nearly write a book about him!!! Stay safe and well Britt. ;))

[@brheinfeldt]

Thanks for that mini-book, I actually learned a few things about Kris! Loved him in the movie "Dreamer" with Kurt Russell and Dakota Fanning!!&!

[@stevewhitaker1474]

Kris resigned from the ARMY upon receiving orders assigning him as an instructor at West Point to teach literature. He never did teach at West Point.

[@cbrucesbiz]

He is one of the best song writers of his time, and more. His voice was great though it gave up on him at the end his music will live on for ever till the end of our time. God do well to him.

[@MrHippy71]

Why Me was my mom's all time favorite song, it was played at her funeral.

[@EricNess-sc3rh]

I knew you were going to say "transformed" before you said it. And of course the answer to why was I worthy is, I wasn't. And that's the definition of grace.

[@deborahvernarelli6394]

I remember when I first saw him sing this on television..my grandmother was with me. When he came out, my grandmother had told me, she was thinking " oh no, what's this hippie going to sing " he was young and his hair was much longer than in this video. As soon as he opened his mouth, my grandmother started to cry. She said she felt so ashamed for thinking that. Never judge a book by its cover is what she said through tears. God bless her and may she rest in peace❤ thank you for reacting to this. It brought back many memories 😊

[@sally7210]

The man speaking with Kris is Ralph Emory, pretty much a legend in country broadcasting himself. He had a show for years called, “Pop Goes The Country”.

[@pamagnolia]

That song touches me deeply every time I hear him sing it.

[@chuckschulze6877]

Another great reaction Lady Britt. Kris is such an interesting person. He's the Renaissance man. Warrior, scholar, musician, actor. I remember well Kris being so high at an award ceremony, back when all TV was live, that he couldn't accept his reward because he kept falling down the stairs. Yet I've he came home to the Lord he's been clean ever since. A few times during other shows back then he boldly proclaimed that it was Jesus that had delivered him from drugs and alcohol and got him back in his feet. Glory to God! I know the Lord blessed him with all the intellect and talent he did because he wanted Kris to write this song and to become the man he did.

[@rickweaver1151]

Ignore that "Surprise" comment. Its a Telegram Scam!

[@dannyhocutt8490]

When I grew up I always loved his songs !!!!

[@christinadacruz420]

One of the best songs ever.

[@Pronzini1]

Brit is a very wise woman. She figures things out very well. Love her.

[@reneeturner9187]

Trust me, everyone in that room knows that song. They were singing along silently or just under their breath. That song was huge for Kris, and still well loved

[@lavonheadrick]

Amen & Amen. I’m 65and have listened to Outlaw country my whole life but I had never heard KK’s testimony. Thank you Britt for reacting to this powerful message wrapped around a beautiful song. ❤️

[@gbone82]

I've been playing this song since it first came out and I still sing it today with a tear in my eyes. I'm subscribing to your channel right now because you my girl are an Angel and your reaction had blessed me. Good Bless

[@RPitch07]

Kris Kristofferson is one of the truly great song writers. So many hits for him and others. Also several movies. And he was a Rhodes Scholar. A very special talent and man.

[@kennethroe5376]

Love this song.. I've done it in church several times. Kris is a great song writer. He also preformed with Willie, Waylan Jennings, and Johnny Cash on a song called The Highway Men. Those four along with David Alan Coe and several others were considered Outlaws. So they're music was called Outlaw music

[@dwaynedecroix1753]

I believe that brings me to Tears

[@user-ir6su8he9y]

Kris is also a motion picture actor. Kris & Barbara Streisand had the block buster "A Star Is Born" in the mid 70s.

[@russ4862]

A fabulous song from yesteryear that my friends and I from elementary and junior high and high school loved to hear. This was an amazing reaction by you, Britt! Keep up the fantastic work! 🙏😊💜

[@rickweaver1151]

Ignore that "Surprise" comment. Its a Telegram Scam!

[@mustangsallie]

Oh he was a great actor and singer with Barbra Streisand in The 1970s version of “ A Star Is Born” he really is talented beyond his years!

[@Paladin70]

This is one of my all time favorite songs and is off his 1972 Jesus Was A Capricorn album and was a Number 1 country single. Great album by one of our great songwriters. You should also check out the title track, Jesus Was A Capricorn. I know you’re into lyrics, and these lyrics will absolutely blow you away, written in 1972, very relevant then, possibly even more relevant now. You have that glow Little Mama!!👍👍👍 Also, Janie Fricke, singing here with Kris, is a country notable in her own right. Check out her singing It Ain’t Easy Bein’ Easy.

[@edwarddavis9248]

On the stage with Kris is ,Willie Nelson , Jeanie Freckey ,BJ Thomas ,Travis Tritt ,all are stars, Jeanie Freckey has sang on hundreds of recordings as a backup, she has had hit songs of her own : Tell me a Lie , it's not easy being easy, she also did a lot with, The man called The Voice vern Gosden,he was one of the Greatest, Miss Britney I love your Content, you have such a kind heart, I know your Parents are proud, you reflect greatly on them, God blessings be with you

[@robertyoung7284]

Profound words young Lady. Beyond your years! I love watching your reactions and have even more respect for your views and critiques. Keep it up!

[@user-fu6jj2yj1l]

Britt you are a beautiful Angel. Very happy to hear this story and song. God is Love.

[@travisdean8794]

One of my favorite songs.

[@user-ey8kb2ml3w]

Kris is a gifted song writer. Elvis loved this song and performed it in concert. There are songs that you listen to like "Sounds of Silence," and think, "Brilliant." This is one of those songs along with many others Kris wrote. It comes from someplace above.

[@charlessaylors3967]

Kris Kristofferson was also an actor or movie star as you might say. He played in Blade, Blade II and of course Bade Trinity. He also played in Fire Down Below, Dolphin tale, Convoy, A star is born and several others.

[@jennyjorgensen9935]

Kris Kristophersen is Danish and very handsome and intelligent. He and Viggo Mortensen are 2 of my favorites. My husband is Danish and pretty cute and smart, too.😊 This is a beautiful song and I also love the way Elvis sings it with his back-up quartet, the Stamps featuring J.D. Sumner. Elvis always wondered why "him"? Why was he chosen to be so loved by so many. Thanks for this great reaction. Love your channel!!❤❤❤

[@stevewhitaker1474]

His paternal grandparents emigrated from Sweden, while his mother had English, Scots-Irish, German, Swiss-German, and Dutch ancestry

[@jennyjorgensen9935]

​@@stevewhitaker1474you are so right. He looks so Scandinavian and I just assumed he was Danish. My bad.😊

[@markwinstanley9901]

Kris Kristofferson's first album is one of the greatest albums around. Try To Beat The Devil Sunday Morning Comin Down Law Is For Protection Of The People

[@tomlester8705]

No one sings Kris like Kris does.

[@rodneynoble452]

I think people, regardless of what religion they are, regardless of who they pray to, have this type of experience. Myself, I'm not a church going man, but I do believe that there is a higher power. I'm a student of history, and I look at all of the wars that have been fought, all of the lives that have been Lost, All In the name of one religion or another. For that reason, I have steered away from organized religion, but that doesn't make me any less of a man of Faith. That's one reason, that this song speaks to me.

[@dawnyoung2294]

He’s a frickin national Treasure ! The amount of songs and movies in my life that he has created . I cannot count !

[@user-yb7tx5iy2h]

None of us are worthy. It's grace...the grace of God...our God, your God.

[@DanielOblak]

I was asked to play this song once, and when looking for it on KZbin stumbled first on this version, preceded for his story for how it came to him. Being a musician, I always pause for this... and I wish more people could 'ride along' with this backstory; it's lends every other hearing of the song so much more gravity, to know where the songwriter was when the melody was melded to these lyrics.

[@quinjesuis9187]

Beyond Beautiful story and song 😊

[@katherinebosse5706]

When Kris was a young man…he was just so beautiful. I know that sounds like a trivial thing but, inside and out, he was. And then, talk about his gifts..he crafted songs that touched the soul, he was a skilled actor, a scholar, a pilot, a friend you couldn’t replace and a voice from the universe. Thank God he’s still here, hopefully for a while. ❤❤

[@curiousman1672]

Always loved this song. I've only had a few profound experiences in my life. Being called to Jesus, exchanging vows with my wife, and the birth of my children. Life changing and powerful. Great post.

[@MrSaddie123]

This song breaks me every time. TFS Friend!

[@rhondafarmer1163]

Kinda felt like being back in church. Loved the reaction and especially loved you sharing your faith!

[@double00spy]

Britt, I think you are a true child of God. Thanks for this video.

[@kurtschmidt9760]

You need to know the whole story about Kris. He was so much more then a singer and songwriter.

[@daciaward3987]

Beautiful!!!!

[@suprchickn7745]

Yes, the act of accepting Christ is almost indescribable. The amount of peace and joy that comes during that early phase is so amazing! Keep doing what you do Britt! God bless you and your soon-to-be little one!

[@rittherugger160]

Kris was a Rhodes Scholar, a US Army helicopter pilot, a movie star and one hell of a song writer. Check out 'Help Me Make it Through the Night'. Arond the time of this recording he was often on the road with Willy Nelson, Waylan Jennings and Johnny Cash in a group called The Highwaymen. You've reacted to them before.

[@Cheryworld]

also Me and Bobby McGee. Taught literature at West Point.

[@critterwatcher8009]

Help me make it through the night duet with Rita Coolidge is my favorite version of that song kzbin.info/www/bejne/fnzLZ42ni7CghJY

[@ronstoner1823]

I never thought Kris was a great singer but very few have ever equaled his outstanding song writing abilities.

[@lorawilliams9032]

We are and never will be worthy. He loves and wants Him with if we stay loving Him in His Kingdom when He returns.

[@Rosiepooh75]

Kris is a songwriter, musician, singer and actor, and amazing at all

[@elizabethfranco1284]

Loved him in Blood and Orchids

[@daledubose3032]

Love love love

[@ralphnewberry1140]

Much love.

[@elishawilliams5407]

I have experienced times when my spirit and soul have overtaken my body, I completely get what he means. And I commend you for speaking freely of your beliefs. I adore watching your reactions, for that reason alone I keep coming back. And this was not a rehearsed performance either which is why it may sound a bit rocky but I still find it beautiful!

[@bobbyparker3215]

We're not worthy, He makes us worthy through his Son.

[@MrSoulauctioneer]

The interviewer is Ralph Emory. He was a longtime Nashville DJ that hosted a talk show on the Nashville Network, I think it was called Nashville Tonight. It was later hosted by Amy Grant's first husband, Gary Chapman.

[@pres96ton]

listen to SUNDAY MORNING COMING DOWN. Kris was a Rhodes Scholar and studied literature at Cambridge and taught Literature at the US Military Academy and quit and went to nashville and worked in a janitor in the top record studio and pitched his songs to singers who came in

[@kimzwolinski9919]

I love having the story first ❤

[@charlesdavis7461]

Brittany, you are brilliant.

[@user-vl4fx5wf1q]

He was in the movie (A Star is Born) with Barbara Striesand!

[@jonelmer3518]

yes, want to know a little bit more... and want to share the love of Jesus

[@maryannanderson2213]

The man interviewing Kris is Ralph Emery who was voted favorite country music DJ several years while he was a DJ at WSM Radio 650, an AM radio station in Nashville which played nothing but country music. Ralph had a late evening show and as country music singers were coming back home from being out on tour, they would often stop by WSM and see Ralph before they even went home. It was a way for them to decompress before they saw their families and it also gave them an opportunity to get some publicity for their latest album and explain where their next public appearance would be. WSM was a "clear channel" which meant that at night their signal reached all over the southeastern part of the US and when stars talked to Ralph they would be reaching millions of fans and the exposure they got in this way was invaluable. They would talk to Ralph about their time on the road but they also would talk about their families and what they were doing in their personal lives and as a result Ralph became a "walking encyclopedia" about all things country. I guess you could say that he was that era's country music Google. Ralph died on January15, 2022 at the age of 88. BTW, the church Kris is talking about going to was called the Evangel Temple and it was located on Dickerson Road in Nashville. It was about five miles from my house and I have been there. The pastor was Jimmie Snow who is Hank Snow's son and Hank is the Canadian singer whose song I'm Movin' On, you reacted to. Jimmie was married to Carol Lee Cooper who was the daughter of Wilma Lee and Stoney Cooper who were stars on the Grand Ole Opry decades ago. Wilma Lee and Stoney had HUGE hits with such songs as Tramp on the Street, There's a Big Wheel and Big Midnight Special and they were much loved by all the members of the Opry. Carol Lee and one other woman and two men had a group called The Carol Lee Singers and they would provide backup vocals for practically every singer who appeared on the Opry so she was loved because she was Wilma Lee and Stoney's daughter and also in her own right because she was on the Opry nearly every Friday and Saturday night. Because of Jimmie and Carol Lee's affiliation with the Grand Ole Opry, many stars would attend the Evangel Temple. In his testimony Kris mentions that he went there with Connie Smith, another very well known country singer and member of the Opry, whose best known songs include I Never Once Stopped Loving You, The Hurtin's all Over, Once a Day and Cincinnati, Ohio. I don't think he was there the night I was there but I believe Johnny Cash also attended the Evangel Temple. Carol Lee also provided the accompaniment for congregational singing at her husband's church. I can't remember if she played the piano or the organ but one day she had just played and was still sitting at the instrument when Jimmie got up in the pulpit and announced that "God" had told him to leave Carol Lee and marry another woman. Most of his congregation were horrified and members of the Opry were loyal to Carol Lee because of her backup group that would sing with practically everyone singer who appeared on the Opry and when Jimmie made this announcement the Opry stars also were horrified and this pretty much put an end to his church. There was quite a scandal because even people who thought he had every right to leave his wife and marry someone else, thought the way he announced it with Carol Lee sitting there and apparently hearing it for the first time was worse than tasteless. Sorry, I didn't mean to get so wound up. All I set out to do was tell you who Ralph Emery was.

[@michaellittrell5890]

Thank you Britt for showing your faith and keep showing it Jesus is listo your reactions. Love ya and your channel

[@sheilasisk7550]

I’ve know and lessoned to Chris for years and years, but never heard the story behind the song. And it means so much more. I have a very personal relationship with God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit. And a lot of people do not understand when I say I have a personal everyday relationship with my Savior. And even if there was not a Heaven or hell( which I believe in) I am so blessed each day by His Glory and Blessings. Praise God for His Glory !!!!!!’

[@janedc5ch319]

I plYed this song at my husband's funeral. My sister said it not a song for funeral. I told he i didn't care i love the song. I love Cris.

[@danielh115]

Such a wonderful song and beautiful words. Always have "Why me Lord" on my playlists❤. On My Knees" is a 1978 single by Charlie Rich with Janie Fricke(She's singing background)

[@sherigrow6480]

Rhodes scholar, special forces officer, songwriter, singer, actor, poet, humanitarian. One of The Highwaymen. Several generations of women in my family have crushed on him.

[@reneerocha1796]

Preach girl! 😊 I’ve heard this for YEARS and I didn’t realize all this was behind it. But I’ve actually heard it sang in church throughout the years. It’s a beautiful song!

[@randyg.1836]

Thank you.

[@user-fe7bb6jt1f]

Big country singer love him

[@shirleybalinski4535]

That takes a mighty big fellow to give a testimony like this. Krtis had an ephimy. He lead a pretty hard life .

[@joshuawebb6694]

Kris did star in a number of movies, he definitely falls into the "Silver Fox" category. Sunday Morning Coming Down is one of his best songs and his loving support of Sinead O'Connor after she got booed offstage will always stay with me.

[@DarrellFanning-bx7xz]

The other gentleman is the late great Ralph emery . Country DJ and host of a long running show on the Nashville network

[@davidcollins897]

Kris Kristofferson and Rita Coolidge (his wife at the time, or sometime shortly thereafter) performed Help Me Make It Through The Night in what my gf assures me is one of the most PDC moments in world history.

[@brittreacts]

I will keep that in mind, thanks!

[@johnlove7202]

For those old enough to remember, he starred with Barbra Streisand in A Star is Born. Great movie!

[@suprchickn7745]

David Crowder Band did a wonderful rendition of this beautiful song!

[@kevinruohonen2285]

Hi Britt, Keep what you are doing, don't have to change for anyone. God Bless and Amen.

[@sorrystaunton]

The greatest writer of country songs….EVER!!

[@briansnyder9515]

Great testimonial moment❤

[@grams4758]

The MC asking the questions is the late great Ralph Emerson

[@steveleavitt8813]

Kristofferson got Grammys for two songs he wrote in one year ...He wrote Help Me Make It Through The Night....Me And Bobby McGee....For The Good Times...Elvis recorded this one ...For The Good Times. and Help Me Make It Through The Night

[@melvinyoung3474]

It's not any part of your body that responds to the call, it's your soul.

[@ranger-1214]

Others here have covered Kris' background pretty well, but another interesting story is his history with Johnny Cash. Among side jobs and before he worked at Capitol Records, Kris flew rigs workers to-from offshore platforms and was in the National Guard so he was current as a rotary-wing pilot. He'd met Johnny and so sent him demo tape after demo tape but got nowhere. So Kris "borrowed" a National Guard helicopter and landed it on Cash's lawn. No one was home except the staff, so he gave the gate keeper the demo tape of a song "It No Longer Matters" which never was cut. But Johnny liked his desire to make things happen, contacted him and Kris' song "Sunday Morning Coming Down" became a hit for Johnny. Kris and he got to be friends, with Kris on Johnny's TV show more and more often. Johnny tells a different story as if he was there, etc., but Kris has set the record straight later in an interview. Their friendship carried on and Kris later became the 4th Highwayman along with Johnny, Waylon and Willie. Oh, and his family had disowned him after he resigned his commission to become a songwriter, and that upset Johnny too.

[@haroldrogers6083]

The suited man behing them is Micky Gilly of Gilles in Houston where they filmed Urban Cowboy , Micky is cousin of Jerry Kee Lewis , Jimmy Swaggart , and Ronnie Milsap .

[@greg2976]

I gave my life to the "Lord" in a spa, 44 years ago! It doesn't have to be at the alter. Great Reaction Britt! God Bless you !

[@larrysmith4872]

Ralph Emory. He is the Johnny Carson of country music. The Grand Ole Opry. He’s the guru of the country music.

[@gkiferonhs]

Kris is a real renaissance man. A Green Beret, a Rhodes scholar, a grammy-winning singer/songwriter, movie actor and generally decent human being.

[@bwdw929]

Ralph Emery is asking the questions. He passed recently, but he hosted Nashville Now on the now defunct TNN (The Nashville Network) for years. I see Sammy Allred, Bobby Bare, Lorrie Morgan, Willie, Janie Frickie, and many other legends in the room.

[@ajbeazley]

He wrote "Me and Bobby McGee". A prolific song writer

[@MrRandyv]

That interviewer is Ralph Emery he had a talk show, awhile back, on TNN Network.

[@randyr365]

I'm a combat vet and I am hard most of the times, but this song always brings a tear. Because when I told God NO, he said No to my NO and now such as I am, I'm yours Jesus. So many times he could have let me go, but he never did. and I never will now. if ya know ya know👍

[@georgeshuttlesworth8347]

The man asking the questions is Ralph Emery, Radio announcer & TV personality.

[@ednafenton7558]

Love this song! It's so hard to believe that there are people who have never heard this song. Same with other great country songs of the past. I was 11/12 yrs old when this became a hit. Boy, do l feel old.😂 Where has the time gone?