Patsy Cline – He’ll Have to Go
“He’ll Have to Go” is a country song written by Hank Cochran and originally recorded by Cline in 1961. The song was a major hit for Cline, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart and number two on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It has become one of Cline’s most popular and enduring songs.
Background and composition
“He’ll Have to Go” was written by Hank Cochran in 1961. Cochran was inspired to write the song after seeing a woman arguing with her husband in a bar. He was struck by the woman’s strength and determination, and he wanted to write a song that would capture her spirit.
The song’s lyrics tell the story of a woman who is fed up with her husband’s cheating ways. She tells him that he’ll have to go if he doesn’t change his ways. The song is full of vivid imagery and detail, and it paints a powerful picture of a woman who is not afraid to stand up for herself.
Recording and production
“He’ll Have to Go” was recorded in 1961 at the Bradley Film and Recording Studio in Nashville, Tennessee. The song was produced by Owen Bradley.
The recording features Cline’s vocals accompanied by a simple countrypolitan arrangement. Cline’s vocals are powerful and soulful, and they perfectly convey the emotion of the song.
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“He’ll Have to Go” 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 Hank Cochran in 1961.
- The song was originally recorded by Cline in 1961.
- The song was a major hit for Cline, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart and number two on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
- “He’ll Have to Go” has been covered by many artists, including Loretta Lynn, Tammy Wynette, and Dolly Parton.