About the song
“Kiss an Angel Good Mornin’,” a classic country song written by Ben Peters, was recorded by the renowned Charley Pride and released in October 1971. This song holds a special place in country music history as it quickly became one of Pride’s signature tunes. It was the lead single from his album *Charley Pride Sings Heart Songs* and marked his eighth number-one hit on the U.S. Country charts.
The song’s appeal extends beyond just country music. It achieved notable success on the pop charts, reaching number 21 on the Billboard Hot 100 and earning a spot in the Top Ten on the Adult Contemporary charts. It also made its mark on the U.S. Cash Box Top 100, peaking at number 19. Impressively, it remained on the pop charts for four months, a longer duration than any of his other hits from that period. Billboard even ranked it as the 74th song of 1972.
The song tells a touching story about a man who reveals the secret to his happy marriage: the simple joy of kissing his partner good morning and loving her deeply. His words, “kiss an angel good mornin’,” symbolize the affection and devotion he feels towards his partner.
Over the years, “Kiss an Angel Good Mornin'” has been covered by several artists, including George Jones, Conway Twitty, and Percy Sledge, among others. Each rendition brings its own flavor to the song, but Charley Pride’s original remains the most iconic.
Internationally, the song also enjoyed success. It reached number seven on the Sydney, Australia chart, showcasing its broad appeal. Charley Pride’s heartfelt performance and the song’s universal message continue to resonate with listeners today, making it a cherished part of country music’s rich heritage.
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Lyrics
When ever I chance to meet, old friends on the street
They wonder how does a man get to be this way
Always got a smiling face, anytime and any place
And every time they ask me why I just smile and say
‘Cause you’ve got to kiss an angel good morning
And let her know you think about her when you’re gone
Kiss an angel good morning
And love her like the devil when you get back home
Though people may try to guess, the secret of our happiness
But some of them never learn it’s a simple thing
The secret I’ma speaking of, is a woman and a man in love
And the answer is in this song that I always sing
‘Cause you’ve got to kiss an angel good morning
And let her know you think about her when you’re gone
Kiss an angel good morning
And love her like the devil when you get back home
Kiss an angel good morning
And let her know you think about her when you’re gone
Kiss an angel good morning
And love her like the devil when you get back home