Starting off singing at the local Optimist Club, Young was discovered by Webb Pierce, who brought him to star on the Louisiana Hayride radio program on KWKH in 1951.
He was drafted into the Army in late 1952, just after he was signed to Capitol Records. Nicknamed "The Hillbilly Heartthrob" and "The Singing Sheriff," he had many hits including:
"Young Love"
"If You Ain't Lovin' (You Ain't Livin')"
"Live Fast, Love Hard, Die Young"
"Sweet Dreams"
"Alone With You"
"Hello Walls" (written by Willie Nelson)
"It's Four in the Morning" (written by Jerry Chesnut).
"Here I Am In Dallas"
"I've Got Five Dollars and It's Saturday Night"
Young made several appearances during the late 1950s on ABC-TV's Ozark Jubilee.
His #1 country hit "It's Four in the Morning" was written at his request as he was recuperating from a serious automobile accident in which he suffered head injuries. His tongue had been partly severed in the accident, and it took him several months before he could regain normal speaking ability. He had particular trouble with the "s" sound in most words, so he asked for a song which largely avoided that sound as his comeback effort.
Faron Young's band, the Country Deputies, was one of country music's top bands, and toured with him for many years.
Young co-founded, with Preston Temple, the Nashville trade newspaper, The Music City News.
Young died at the age of sixty-four of a self-inflicted gunshot wound. He had been in failing health when he took his own life.
Legacy and influence
A performance video clip of "It's Four In The Morning" was the first video to air on CMT when it first launched on March 5, 1983.
In 1985, the country singer inspired homage from British rock group, Prefab Sprout, whose multimillion-selling album, "Steve McQueen" contains the song "Faron Young." The song has the refrain: You give me Faron Young four in the morning / Forgive me Faron Young four in the morning..."
In 2000, he was posthumously inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame
In the comic strip Peanuts, Frieda's cat was named "Faron" after Faron Young, of whom Charles Schulz was a fan.
Worked with Webb Pierce on the Louisana Hayride in 1951. First recorded with Tillman Franks & his Rainbow boys in 1951. Went solo in 1952. Appeared in the 1956 movie "Hidden Guns" and got his nickame "The Young Sheriff", and his band name, "Country Deputies" from that movie. Also appeared in the movies, Stampede, Daniel Boone, Raiders Of Old California, and That's Country. Founder and one-time publisher of the Music City News in Nashville. First charted song "Going Steady went to #2 on the Country Charts in 1953. Put 79 songs into the top 40 of the country charts from 1953-1978. Had 5 #1s. Last # 1 was It's Four In the Morning in 1971. During the '90s, Young was stricken with a debilitating emphysema. Depressed by his poor health, he shot himself on December 9, 1996, and passed away the next day Source Joel Whitburn's Billboard Book Of Top 40 Country
For the Love of a Woman Like You
Faron Young Lyrics
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I would live in a shanty or a castle I would own
I'd preach or I'd steal I would lie or be true
For the love of a woman like you
I would meet you in a mansion or a dance hall each night
I'd be the lowest sinner or die for what is right
I'd be a slave or a ruler a life sentence I'd do
I'd live upon a mountain or a place by the sea
I'd live like a beggar or a banker I would be
I'd be a gambler or cheater or the right things I'd do
For the love of a woman like you
I would tear down a mountain work my fingers to the bone
I'd live like a gypsy contented just to roam
I would wait for a lifetime to hear you say I do
For the love of a woman like you
The lyrics to Faron Young's song "For the Love of a Woman Like You" express the deep devotion and sacrifice one is willing to make for the love of a special woman. The singer begins by stating that they would give up everything, even their own kingdom or status, to be with this woman. Whether living in a humble shanty or a grand castle, the singer is willing to do whatever it takes to be close to her, even if it means engaging in deceit or leading an honest life.
The second paragraph describes how the singer would meet the woman in various settings, be it a luxurious mansion or a simple dance hall. They would be willing to adapt to any situation, embracing a life of sin or even sacrificing their own life for what they believe is right. Their commitment to this woman is unwavering, regardless of their station or the choices they have to make.
In the third paragraph, the singer expresses their willingness to live anywhere, from a mountain peak to a place by the sea. They would be content with a life of poverty as a beggar or financial prosperity as a banker. They would even engage in risky behaviors like gambling or cheating, or strive to do everything right, depending on what it takes to keep her love and admiration.
The final paragraph emphasizes the singer's dedication and willingness to go to extreme lengths for this woman. They would work tirelessly, even tear down a mountain, and toil ceaselessly, showcasing their commitment and dedication. They would live like a wandering gypsy, finding contentment in simply being with her. And most importantly, the singer would wait patiently for a lifetime just to hear her say "I do," indicating a desire for a lifelong partnership and marriage with the woman they cherish so deeply.
Overall, the lyrics speak to the overwhelming love and devotion one can feel for another person, willing to sacrifice, adapt, and dedicate themselves in any way necessary for the love of a remarkable woman.
Line by Line Meaning
If I had a kingdom I would give up my throne
Even if I had power and authority, I would willingly let go of it all
I would live in a shanty or a castle I would own
Whether in poverty or luxury, I would choose any living condition
I'd preach or I'd steal I would lie or be true
I would do anything, whether moral or immoral, to express my devotion
For the love of a woman like you
All these actions would be solely for the affection of a woman like you
I would meet you in a mansion or a dance hall each night
I would gladly see you in any grand venue or simply in a lively dance hall every evening
I'd be the lowest sinner or die for what is right
I would be willing to embody both the worst sinner or sacrifice my life for righteous ideals
I'd be a slave or a ruler a life sentence I'd do
Whether a servant or a leader, I would accept any form of commitment
For the love of a woman like you
All these actions would be solely for the affection of a woman like you
I'd live upon a mountain or a place by the sea
I would happily reside in solitude on a mountain peak or embrace the tranquil atmosphere near the ocean
I'd live like a beggar or a banker I would be
I would have no qualms about living in poverty like a beggar or enjoying wealth like a successful banker
I'd be a gambler or cheater or the right things I'd do
Whether engaging in risky gambling or deceitful actions, or simply doing what is morally right
For the love of a woman like you
All these actions would be solely for the affection of a woman like you
I would tear down a mountain work my fingers to the bone
I would exert immense effort, even to the point of physically breaking down mountains
I'd live like a gypsy contented just to roam
I would live a nomadic lifestyle like a gypsy and find contentment in wandering aimlessly
I would wait for a lifetime to hear you say I do
I would patiently wait for an entire lifetime just to hear you say 'I do'
For the love of a woman like you
All these actions would be solely for the affection of a woman like you
Lyrics © Kanjian Music
Written by: Gertrude Cox, Jack Rhodes
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