Faron Young - The Classic Years 1952 - 1962 [1992] (5 x CDs)

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Faron Young - The Classic Years 1952 - 1962 [1992] (5 x CDs)

Faron Young, born on February 25, 1932, in Shreveport, Louisiana, was a prominent figure in American country music. Known as the "Hillbilly Heartthrob" and later the "Singing Sheriff," Young's career spanned over four decades. He began his journey in music after being inspired by Hank Williams' performance on the Louisiana Hayride. Young's first major success came with his 1952 hit "Goin' Steady," which climbed the charts even as he served in the U.S. Army. Over the years, he became a pioneer of the Nashville Sound, blending traditional honky-tonk with lush orchestral arrangements. Hits like "Hello Walls" and "Live Fast, Love Hard, Die Young" solidified his place in country music history. Despite personal struggles, Young's influence on the genre remains undeniable, and he was posthumously inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2000.

The box set Faron Young - The Classic Years 1952-1962 is a comprehensive collection that captures the essence of Young's golden decade. Released by Bear Family Records, this five-CD compilation features 159 tracks, showcasing his evolution as an artist and his contribution to country music. The set includes iconic hits like "If You Ain't Lovin' (You Ain't Livin')," "Alone With You," and "Hello Walls," which highlight his ability to convey raw emotion and connect with audiences.

The collection also delves into lesser-known gems, offering a glimpse into Young's versatility. Tracks like "Goin' Steady" and "Sweet Dreams" demonstrate his honky-tonk roots, while songs such as "The Shrine of St. Cecilia" and "Riverboat" reveal his experimentation with the Nashville Sound. The inclusion of gospel numbers like "I'll Fly Away" and "Mansion Over the Hilltop" further showcases his range and depth as a performer.

What sets this box set apart is its meticulous curation and remastering, ensuring that each track retains its original charm while benefiting from modern sound quality. Accompanied by an extensive booklet featuring rare photographs and detailed liner notes, the set provides a rich context for Young's music and career.

The Classic Years 1952-1962 serves as an extraordinary showcase of Faron Young's enduring legacy. It is an impressive anthology of his artistry and his pivotal role in shaping the landscape of country music. (B)

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Track lists

CD1

01 Faron Young - They Made Me Fall in Love With You 2:29

02 Faron Young - If You Ain't Lovin' (You Ain't Livin') 2:22

03 Faron Young - I've Got Five Dollars and It's Saturday Night 2:21

04 Faron Young - A Place for Girls Like You 2:32

05 Faron Young - I Can't Tell My Heart 2:32

06 Faron Young - In the Chapel in the Moonlight 2:48

07 Faron Young - If That's the Fashion 2:38

08 Faron Young - Forgive Me, Dear 2:32

09 Faron Young - Just Married 2:28

10 Faron Young - Baby My Heart 2:23

11 Faron Young - What's the Used to Love You 2:32

12 Faron Young - That's What I'd Do for You 2:29

13 Faron Young - I'm Gonna Tell Santa Claus on You 2:15

14 Faron Young - You're the Angel on My Christmas Tree 2:32

15 Faron Young - I Hardly Knew it Was You 2:21

16 Faron Young - That's What It's Like to Be Lonesome 2:17

17 Faron Young - You're Right (But I Wish You We're Wrong) 2:42

18 Faron Young - Down Lover's Lane Alone 2:34

19 Faron Young - I'm So in Love With You 2:38

20 Faron Young - Just Married 2:17

21 Faron Young - Goin' Steady 2:40

22 Faron Young - Just Out of Reach (Of My Two Open Arms) 2:47

23 Faron Young - I Can't Wait (For the Sun to Go Down) 2:38

24 Faron Young - Have I Waited Too Long 2:47

25 Faron Young - Tattle Tale Tears 2:24

26 Faron Young - What Can I Do With My Sorrow 2:08

27 Faron Young - The Good Lord Must Have Sent You 2:30

28 Faron Young - I Knew You When 2:41

29 Faron Young - Saving My Tears (For Tomorrow) 2:26

30 Faron Young - Foolish Pride 2:22

CD2

01 Faron Young - Live Fast, Love Hard, Die Young 2:19

02 Faron Young - Go Back, You Fool 2:03

03 Faron Young - All Right 2:29

04 Faron Young - For the Love of a Woman Like You 2:37

05 Faron Young - It's a Great Life (If You Don't Weaken) 2:04

06 Faron Young - Better Things Than These 2:18

07 Faron Young - I've Got Five Dollars and It's Saturday Night 2:07

08 Faron Young - Turn Her Down 2:04

09 Faron Young - You're Still Mine 2:44

10 Faron Young - Sweet Dreams 2:44

11 Faron Young - Until I Met You 2:19

12 Faron Young - I'm Gonna Live Some Before I Die 2:07

13 Faron Young - Candy Kisses 2:07

14 Faron Young - Have I Told You Lately That I Love You 3:20

15 Faron Young - I'll Be Satisfied With Love 2:16

16 Faron Young - I Can't Help it (If I'm Still in Love With You) 2:18

17 Faron Young - Your Cheatin' Heart 2:53

18 Faron Young - I'll Be Yours 2:47

19 Faron Young - Sweethearts or Strangers 2:41

20 Faron Young - Shame on You 2:10

21 Faron Young - Worried Mind 2:17

22 Faron Young - I Miss You Already (And You're Not Even Gone) 2:29

23 Faron Young - I'm a Poor Boy 2:08

24 Faron Young - You Call Everybody Darlin' 2:05

25 Faron Young - You Are My Sunshine 2:28

26 Faron Young - I'm Gonna Live Some Before I Die 2:06

27 Faron Young - Moonlight Mountain 2:26

28 Faron Young - Anything Your Heart Desires 2:19

29 Faron Young - Vacation's Over 2:16

30 Faron Young - The Shrine of St. Cecilia 2:33

31 Faron Young - Love Has Finally Come My Way 2:12

32 Faron Young - The Face of Love 2:30

CD3

01 Faron Young - That's the Way It's Gotta Be 1:56

02 Faron Young - We're Talking it Over 2:01

03 Faron Young - I Made a Fool of Myself 2:05

04 Faron Young - I'll Be Alright (In the Morning) 1:57

05 Faron Young - Your Old Used to Be 2:35

06 Faron Young - I'll Be Alright (In the Morning) 2:14

07 Faron Young - Out of My Heart 2:12

08 Faron Young - Everytime I'm Kissing You 2:16

09 Faron Young - Alone With You 1:58

10 Faron Young - That's the Way I Feel 1:53

11 Faron Young - I Hate Myself (For Falling in Love With You) 1:57

12 Faron Young - Last Night at the Party 1:53

13 Faron Young - A Long Time Ago 2:39

14 Faron Young - Hey, Good Lookin' 1:53

15 Faron Young - Tennessee Waltz 2:20

16 Faron Young - Let Old Mother Nature Have Her Way 2:04

17 Faron Young - Making Believe 2:56

18 Faron Young - Almost 2:25

19 Faron Young - Mom and Dad's Waltz 2:46

20 Faron Young - Don't Let the Stars Get in Your Eyes 2:34

21 Faron Young - Bouquet of Roses 2:24

22 Faron Young - Slowly 2:22

23 Faron Young - Bimbo 2:45

24 Faron Young - Chattanoogie Shoe Shine Boy 2:33

25 Faron Young - I Don't Hurt Anymore 2:40

26 Faron Young - I'll Go on Alone 1:48

27 Faron Young - Honey Stop! (And Think of Me) 2:10

28 Faron Young - The Locket 2:20

29 Faron Young - Snowball 2:32

30 Faron Young - When it Rains, it Pours 2:29

31 Faron Young - Rosalie (Is Gonna Get Married) 2:16

32 Faron Young - I Can't Dance 2:20

33 Faron Young - Once in a While 2:29

CD4

01 Faron Young - Riverboat 2:19

02 Faron Young - Country Girl 2:34

03 Faron Young - Face to the Wall 2:20

04 Faron Young - There's Not Any Like You Left 1:56

05 Faron Young - Forget the Past 2:16

06 Faron Young - A World So Full of Love 2:04

07 Faron Young - Hello Walls 2:24

08 Faron Young - Is She All You Thought She'd Be 2:48

09 Faron Young - Congratulations 2:27

10 Faron Young - Three Days 2:26

11 Faron Young - Safely in Love Again 2:15

12 Faron Young - Down by the River 2:55

13 Faron Young - The Part Where I Cry 2:17

14 Faron Young - I Hear You Talkin' 2:09

15 Faron Young - Big Shoes 2:14

16 Faron Young - Believing in Yourself 2:30

17 Faron Young - The Comeback 1:58

18 Faron Young - Over Lonely and Under Kissed 2:35

19 Faron Young - Things to Remember 2:13

20 Faron Young - I Fall to Pieces 2:44

21 Faron Young - A Moment Isn't Very Long 2:20

22 Faron Young - Goin' Steady 1:57

23 Faron Young - Moments to Remember 2:49

24 Faron Young - Three Days 2:26

25 Faron Young - A Lifetime Isn't Long Enough 2:23

26 Faron Young - I Can't Find the Time 2:36

27 Faron Young - Trail of Tears 2:14

28 Faron Young - I Let it Slip Away 2:59

29 Faron Young - Let's Pretend We're Lovers Again 2:21

30 Faron Young - Backtrack 2:04

31 Faron Young - How Can I Forget You 2:14

32 Faron Young - I Can't Find the Time 2:34

33 Faron Young - [Untitled Hidden Track] 0:05

33 Faron Young - [Untitled Hidden Track] 0:05

CD5

01 Faron Young - I'll Fly Away 2:05

02 Faron Young - Mansion Over the Hilltop 2:24

03 Faron Young - He Was There 2:51

04 Faron Young - How Long Has it Been 2:17

05 Faron Young - Beautiful Garden of Prayer 2:34

06 Faron Young - My Home Sweet Home 2:49

07 Faron Young - Suppertime 2:41

08 Faron Young - May the Good Lord Bless and Keep You 2:41

09 Faron Young - What Can He Do 2:12

10 Faron Young - He Knows Just What I Need 1:49

11 Faron Young - When I've Learned Enough to Live I'll Be Old Enough to Die 2:17

12 Faron Young - Now I Belong to Jesus 2:05

13 Faron Young - I Won't Have to Cross Jordan Alone 2:06

14 Faron Young - Traveling On 2:10

15 Faron Young - My Wonderful Lord 2:32

16 Faron Young - I Know Who Holds Tomorrow 2:20

17 Faron Young - Where Could I Go (But to the Lord) 3:01

18 Faron Young - God Bless God 3:06

19 Faron Young - Don't Take Your Love from Me 2:58

20 Faron Young - If I Had You 2:28

21 Faron Young - Stay as Sweet as You Are 2:44

22 Faron Young - My Darling, My Darling 2:49

23 Faron Young - Who Wouldn't Love You 2:11

24 Faron Young - I Can't Believe That You're in Love With Me 2:06

25 Faron Young - The Object of My Affection 2:51

26 Faron Young - It All Depends on You 2:19

27 Faron Young - Thank You for a Lovely Evening 2:29

28 Faron Young - Everything I Have is Yours 2:34

29 Faron Young - The Nearness of You 3:09

30 Faron Young - Sweet and Lovely 2:18

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