Ernest Tubb – Rainbow At Midnight
“Rainbow At Midnight” is a country song written by Jimmy Capps and originally recorded by Ernest Tubb in 1946. The song was a hit for Tubb, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart. It has since been covered by many artists, including Hank Williams, Patsy Cline, and Willie Nelson.
Background and composition
“Rainbow At Midnight” was written by Jimmy Capps in 1946. The song is a beautiful ballad about love and loss. The song’s lyrics tell the story of a man who has lost his love. He is heartbroken and lost, but he finds hope in the rainbow at midnight. The rainbow is a symbol of hope and new beginnings. It reminds the man that even though he has lost his love, there is still beauty in the world.
Recording and production
Ernest Tubb’s recording of “Rainbow At Midnight” was recorded in 1946 at the Decca Records studio in Dallas, Texas. The song was produced by Paul Cohen.
The recording features Tubb’s vocals accompanied by a simple acoustic guitar arrangement. Tubb’s vocals are warm and expressive, and they perfectly convey the emotion of the song.
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“Rainbow At Midnight” 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 Jimmy Capps in 1946.
- Ernest Tubb’s recording of the song was released in 1946.
- The song reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart.
- “Rainbow At Midnight” has been covered by many artists, including Hank Williams, Patsy Cline, and Willie Nelson.