Earl Thomas Conley – Once In a Blue Moon
“Once in a Blue Moon” is a country music song written by Robert Byrne and Tom Brasfield, and recorded by American country music artist Earl Thomas Conley. It was released in January 1986 as the second and final single from his Greatest Hits compilation album. The song was Conley’s eleventh number one on the country chart. The single went to number one for one week and spent fourteen weeks on the country chart. It also reached number one in Canada.
Background and composition
“Once in a Blue Moon” is a ballad about a man who reflects on his relationship with his wife. The lyrics describe the ups and downs of their relationship, and the man’s realization that he needs to appreciate his wife more often. The song’s title refers to the rarity of truly special moments in life, and the importance of cherishing them when they do occur.
Recording and production
“Once in a Blue Moon” was recorded in 1985 at the Sound Shop Studio in Nashville, Tennessee. The song was produced by Jimmy Bowen.
The recording features Conley’s vocals accompanied by a simple acoustic guitar arrangement. Conley’s vocals are warm and expressive, and they perfectly convey the emotion of the song. The song’s instrumentation is simple, yet effective, with a driving beat and a catchy melody.
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“Once in a Blue Moon” is a beautiful and moving song that will be cherished for generations to come.
Here are some additional details about the song:
- The song was written by Robert Byrne and Tom Brasfield.
- It was released in January 1986 as the second and final single from Earl Thomas Conley’s Greatest Hits compilation album.
- The song reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart and number one in Canada.
- “Once in a Blue Moon” has been covered by many artists, including Martina McBride, Reba McEntire, and Alan Jackson.