Thompson's musical style, characterized as Honky Tonk Swing, is a mixture of big-band instrumentation, fiddle and steel guitar that supports his distinctive, gravelly baritone vocals on songs he often writes himself. His backing band, The Brazos Valley Boys, was voted the No.1 Country Western Band for 14 years in a row by Billboard Magazine.
He decided to pursue his musical talent after serving in the U.S. Navy in World War II as a radioman and studying electrical engineering at the university level. His first single was "Whoa Sailor" in 1946. The year 1952 brought his first #1 disc, "The Wild Side of Life", which contained the memorable line "I didn't know God made honky-tonk angels" (which inspired the Kitty Wells response, "It Wasn't God Who Made Honky Tonk Angels"). Other hits followed in quick succession in the 1950s and 1960s. Although not as prominent in later decades, he has remained an active and respected performer in the field, finding new audiences as a result of the resurgence of a harder-edged sound in country music.
Hank Thompson was elected to the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1989 and was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1997. He was born 3 September 1925 in Waco, Texas, and passed away at home in Keller, Texas, on 6 November 2007, just four days after cancelling his final tour.
Then I'll Keep on Loving You
Hank Thompson Lyrics
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(Floyd Tillman)
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If the world keeps on turning as I'm sure it's bound to do
Then I'll keep on loving you
If the dawn comes tomorrow and we know that it is true
Then I'll keep of loving you
The dawn wouldn't come the world wouldn't stall
I wouldn't care as long as you're near it wouldn't matter to me at all
If the stars stay in heaven and the moon stays in the blue
Then I'll keep of loving you
If I ever should lose you then I know just what I'll do
I'll just keep on loving you
You are heaven to me dear you're my every dream come true
And I'll keep of loving you
Life is so sweet when you are near I couldn't do without you my dear
I love you so I want you to know I think of you wherever I go
I will always be faithful and I'm sure that you'll be too
And I'll keep of loving you
The lyrics of Hank Thompson's song "Then I'll Keep on Loving You" speak to the unwavering and unconditional love the singer has for someone. The song expresses a commitment to this love, regardless of what may happen in the world or in their lives. The singer proclaims that even if the world were to change drastically or if they were to lose everything else, their love would remain constant.
The lyrics convey the idea that the singer's love is not dependent on external circumstances or material possessions. The focus is solely on the enduring connection and affection they have for the person they are addressing. The line "You are heaven to me dear, you're my every dream come true" showcases the depth of the singer's feelings and their belief that their love is something extraordinary.
The song emphasizes the importance of the other person in the singer's life. They describe how their world revolves around this person and that life would not be the same without them. The lyrics reveal a sense of gratitude and devotion, with the singer asserting that they will always be faithful and that they believe their partner will be too.
Line by Line Meaning
If the world keeps on turning as I'm sure it's bound to do
If life continues to go on, as it is expected to, despite any obstacles or challenges
Then I'll keep on loving you
I will continue to love you no matter what happens
If the dawn comes tomorrow and we know that it is true
If a new day comes and we are certain of its arrival
Then I'll keep of loving you
I will continue to love you without hesitation or doubt
What the thing changes sky to fall
Even if everything around us drastically changes and seems to be falling apart
The dawn wouldn't come the world wouldn't stall
If the sunrise didn't occur, it wouldn't stop the world from moving forward
I wouldn't care as long as you're near it wouldn't matter to me at all
Your presence is so significant to me that external circumstances wouldn't affect my feelings
If the stars stay in heaven and the moon stays in the blue
If the constellations and celestial bodies remain as they are
Then I'll keep of loving you
My love for you will not waver or diminish
If I ever should lose you then I know just what I'll do
If I were to experience the loss of you, I have a clear plan of action in mind
I'll just keep on loving you
I will continue to love you unwaveringly
You are heaven to me dear you're my every dream come true
You are my ultimate source of happiness, fulfilling all my desires and aspirations
And I'll keep of loving you
I will maintain my deep affection for you
Life is so sweet when you are near I couldn't do without you my dear
My life becomes incredibly enjoyable and meaningful in your presence, and I cannot imagine being without you
I love you so I want you to know I think of you wherever I go
My love for you is immense, and I want you to always be aware that you are in my thoughts, no matter where I am
I will always be faithful and I'm sure that you'll be too
I will remain loyal to you, and I have confidence that you will reciprocate that loyalty
And I'll keep of loving you
My love for you will endure
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Hank was a very good friend He use to ome to our home in Sacramento .And loved my mother's fried chicken. Dad would pick Hank up at the airport .Hank will never be forgotten. Loved him ❤️