On this day, November 16, 1960, Patsy Cline recorded "I Fall to Pieces."

[mahatmakanejeeves]

Hat tip, This Day in Country Music

November 16th: On this day

1960
Patsy Cline recorded "I Fall to Pieces" which the following year became Cline's first #1 hit on the Country charts, and her second hit single to cross over onto the Pop charts. It was the first of a string of songs that would be written by Hank Cochran and Harlan Howard. The song was ranked at #7 on CMT's television special of the 100 Greatest Songs in Country Music.

I Fall to Pieces


Single by Patsy Cline from the album Showcase

Released: January 30, 1961
Recorded: November 16, 1960
Studio: Bradley Studio

"I Fall to Pieces" is a song written by Hank Cochran and Harlan Howard that was originally recorded by Patsy Cline. Released as a single in 1961 via Decca Records, it topped the country charts, crossed over onto the pop charts and became among Cline's biggest hits. Cline was initially reluctant to record "I Fall to Pieces" and believed its production (produced by Owen Bradley) lacked enough country instrumentation for her liking. Eventually, Cline recorded the song upon the encouragement of her producer.

After being released, "I Fall to Pieces" did not receive initial airplay. However, through targeted promotional efforts, the song was brought to the attention of several disc jockeys who began playing the track. As the song ascended to the top of the country charts, Cline was injured in a near-fatal car accident. When the song reached its peak positions, she was recovering from her injuries in the hospital and was unable to perform the track for several months. "I Fall to Pieces" was later released on Cline's second studio album, Showcase (1961).

"I Fall to Pieces" has since been considered a country music standard. It has received recognition from several major music associations, including the Recording Industry Association of America, Country Music Television and Rolling Stone. The song has been covered by various artists of different musical styles, including as a duet by Aaron Neville and Trisha Yearwood in 1994.

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This is from February 23rd, 1963. She didn't have much longer to live.

Patsy Cline - I Fall To Pieces
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From "The Glenn Reeves Show" on February 23rd, 1963.

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[Walleye]

1. I remember when that song hit the airwaves. I loved it then, I still love it.

[lark]

2. Patsy Cline was one of mom and dads favorite singers.

I loved her voice too. Many of my folks faves were country stars and I didn't give a flip for them, but Patsy was different. Her voice was so emotional and strong, it just ripped out my heart and I fell in love.

[irisblue]

3. Her voice...shivers