A name that's too familiar with 60s music fan. Skeeter Davis needs no introduction, as she came way before Dolly Parton, Tammy Wynette, Crystal Gayle and the rest of the female country singers in the 60s. "The End Of The World" made her a country to pop crossover star in 1963 but the one album that is truly unforgettable, is her reply to each of these already well-known songs, "He'll Have To Go," "Tell Laura I Love Her," "I Really Don't Want To Know" and "Please Help Me I'm Falling."
"(I Can't Help You) I'm Falling Too," had the harmony done in three parts by Davis herself, and when the unique interpretation jelled, it became a topic for discussion amongst people in the industry. Again, her dynamism in taking command of all the songs and delivering the lyrics her way, sealed the Skeeter Davis brand.
Her record (image) was produced by guitar exponent Chet Atkins and originally pressed in Nashville, Tennesse. The RCA Long Play album from 1961, made her so popular that it sold out within weeks in Singapore. Hunting it in the 60s was not a problem, but looking for it 45 years later is difficult.
She has been here in Singapore. Any recollection of her concert?
(Image: From Andy Lim Collection.)
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