Don’t Mess Up a Good Thing: A Timeless Country Duet
Conway Twitty and Loretta Lynn, two of country music’s most iconic figures, joined forces in 1978 to create a timeless duet that would become a staple in country music history: “Don’t Mess Up a Good Thing”.
Background
Released as the lead single from their collaborative album, First Citizens Bank & Trust, the song quickly climbed the charts, reaching the top spot on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart.
“Don’t Mess Up a Good Thing” is a classic country love song that celebrates the beauty and simplicity of a strong, enduring relationship.
The lyrics paint a picture of a couple who has found true love and happiness, and they caution against taking their love for granted. The song’s message is universal and timeless, resonating with audiences of all ages and backgrounds.
The chemistry between Twitty and Lynn is undeniable, and their voices blend seamlessly together. Twitty’s smooth, soulful vocals complement Lynn’s powerful, emotive delivery, creating a truly captivating performance. The song’s production is also top-notch, with a classic country arrangement that features acoustic guitars, steel guitar, and fiddle.
“Don’t Mess Up a Good Thing” is a prime example of the magic that can happen when two talented artists come together to create music.
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Lyrics
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Good thing, good thing, good thing, good thing)Well you been cheatin’ on me big day you know I know it’s trueBut there ain’t nobody in the whole wide world could love you like I doDon’t be no fool (don’t you be no fool) don’t be no fool (don’t you be no fool)You gonna keep on foolin’ around now baby you gonna mess up a good thingYou gonna mess up a good thingNow I might have been cheated just a little bit baby like all the others doOh but when I get my paycheck mama I bring it on home to youDon’t be no fool…They tell me you got a nighttime lover a livin’ away cross townAnd there’d gonna be but a little while baby before you cut me downDon’t be no fool…Now don’t you come sneakin’ across town baby to catch me a doin’ you wrong‘Cause you know everybody’s jealous baby we got a thing goin’ onDon’t you be no fool…(Good thing good thing good thing good thing)