About The Song
Don Williams was known for his title “Gentle Giant,” because of his imposing height and warm, smooth bass-baritone voice, soft tones. But all throughout his career, he has established two more things, consistency, and great songs.
From 1973-1991, Williams hit the Top 20 on the Billboard Country charts with every release. At the same time, his catalog includes lyrics that country fans could identify with strongly. All done in an easy-going style that made him a favorite of music fans here and abroad. Also, he also influenced country artists such as Joe Nichols and Keith Urban.
And for the avid supporters of Williams, a tribute record, “Gentle Giants: The Songs of Don Williams,” that includes contributions from artists such as Garth Brooks, Trisha Yearwood, and Brandy Clark has been produced.
“I Recall a Gypsy Woman” is a song written by Bob McDill and Allen Reynolds. Don Williams recorded the song in 1973. Back in 1976, at the height of the country and western in Britain, his version plotted at No.13 on the UK Singles Chart. At that time, it was the highest and the best position for Williams on the said chart.
Furthermore, the song was previously the B-side of Williams’ 1973 single “Atta Way to Go,” which peaked at No.13 on the Hot Country Songs charts in 1973.
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Lyrics
Silver coins that jingle jangle
Fancy shoes the dancing time
All the secrets of her dark eyes
They did seem a gypsy rhyme
Yellow clover in tangled blossoms
In a meadow silky green
Where she held me to her bosom
Just a boy of 17
I recall a gypsy woman
Silver spangles in her eyes
Ivory skin against the moonlight
And the taste of life’s sweet wine
Soft breezes blow from fragrant meadows
And stir the darkness in my mind
Oh, gentle woman you sleep beside me
Little know who haunts my mind
Gypsy lady, I hear your laughter
And it dances in my head
While my tender wife and babies
Slumber softly in their beds
I recall a gypsy woman
Silver spangles in her eyes
Ivory skin against the moonlight
And the taste of life’s sweet wine
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