Introduction:
“Kiss an Angel Good Mornin’,” written by Ben Peters, was originally recorded by Charley Pride and released in 1971. The song quickly became a major hit, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and even crossing over to the Billboard Hot 100, where it reached No. 21. Known for its catchy, feel-good melody and message celebrating marital bliss, the song has become a country classic and one of Pride’s signature hits.
In 1999, Alan Jackson introduced his version of “Kiss an Angel Good Mornin’” on his album Under the Influence. This album was a collection of covers that paid tribute to some of Jackson’s favorite country classics, and it earned widespread acclaim. Jackson’s rendition of Pride’s hit brought a fresh, modern take while maintaining the essence of the original. His cover became popular within the line dancing community, showing its enduring appeal across generations of country music fans.
Under the Influence was notable in Jackson’s career for showcasing his roots and influences, featuring other country staples like Don Williams’ “It Must Be Love” and Jimmy Buffett’s “Margaritaville.” Jackson’s rendition of “Kiss an Angel Good Mornin’” kept the classic charm of the 1970s country sound, earning it a place as one of the album’s highlights and further solidifying Jackson’s reputation as a torchbearer of traditional country music.
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Lyrics:
“Kiss An Angel Good Mornin'”
Whenever a chance to meet
Some old friends on the street
They wonder how does a man
Get to be this way
I always got a smiling face
Any time and any place
And everytime they ask me why
I just smile and sayYou’ve got to kiss angel good mornin’
And let her know you think
About her when your gone
So kiss an angel good mornin’
And love her like the devil
When you get back homeNow people may try to guess
The secret of happeniness
Some of them never learn
It’s a simple thing
The secret I’m speaking of
Is a woman and a man in love
And the anwser is in this song
That I always singYou got to kiss an angel good mornin’
And let her know you think
About her when your gone
So kiss an angel good mornin’
And love her like the devil
When you get back homeKiss an angel good mornin’
And let her know you think
About her when your gone
So kiss an angel good mornin’
And love her like the devil
When you get back home…