Introduction:
“A Place to Fall Apart” is a poignant country ballad recorded by the legendary Merle Haggard in 1984. It was the second single released from his album, It’s All in the Game. The song, co-written by Haggard, Willie Nelson, and Freddy Powers, is a raw and emotional exploration of heartbreak and vulnerability.
Hailing from Bakersfield, California, Merle Haggard is a revered figure in country music. His distinctive voice and songwriting prowess earned him numerous awards and accolades throughout his career. Known for his ability to craft authentic narratives of life’s struggles and triumphs, Haggard resonated deeply with audiences across generations.
With “A Place to Fall Apart,” Haggard delivered a heart-wrenching portrayal of emotional turmoil. The song features a captivating duet with the talented Janie Fricke, adding another layer of depth and emotional resonance. The collaboration between Haggard and Fricke proved to be a powerful combination, as the single reached number one on the Billboard Country Singles chart for a week and remained on the chart for fourteen weeks.
Produced by The Strangers, Haggard’s long-time backing band, the song benefits from their impeccable musicianship. The instrumentation, characterized by steel guitar and fiddle, creates a melancholic atmosphere that perfectly complements the song’s lyrical content.
“A Place to Fall Apart” remains a timeless classic in the country music canon. It is a testament to Haggard’s enduring legacy as a master storyteller and interpreter of human emotion. The song’s enduring popularity is a testament to its universal themes of love, loss, and the search for solace.
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Lyrics:
“A Place To Fall Apart”
I’ll Prob’ly Never See You Eye To Eye A-gain
This Letter’s Meant To Be My Last Fare-well
But You Need To Under-stand I’m Nearly Crazy
You Need To Know My Life Has Gone To HellWrite Me Back And Tell Me Why It Ended
Send A Letter That I Can Show My Heart
I’ll Be Somewhere Between I Love You And What You’re Feeling Now
Lookin’ For A Place To Fall A-partLooking For A Place To Fall A-part
Trying To Find A Place That I Can Leave My Heart
I Need To Be Somewhere Hidin’ When I Feel The Teardrops Start
Lookin’ For A Place To Fall A-partI Can’t Seem To Justify Your Leavin’ Me
I’m Be-wildered As To How It All Came Down
I Thought Everything Was Fine Until Your Phone Call
The Call That Turned My World A-roundSend Me Word And Tell Me Why It Ended
I Need Some Final Proof To Show My Heart
I’ll Be Somewhere Between I Love You And What You’re Feelin’ Now
Lookin’ For A Place To Fall A-part