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Wings Upon Your Horns (song)
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Wikipedia article
'"Wings Upon Your Horns"' is a song written, and originally performed by, American country music artist Loretta Lynn. It was released as a single in October 1969 via Decca Records.
Background and reception
"Wings Upon Your Horns" was recorded at the Bradley's Barn on October 1, 1969. Located in Mount Juliet, Tennessee, the session was produced by renowned country music producer Owen Bradley. Two additional tracks were recorded during this session including one of Lynn's signature hits "Coal Miner's Daughter".
"Wings Upon Your Horns" reached number eleven on the 'Billboard' Hot Country Singles survey in 1969. The song became her first secular single since 1963 to miss the top ten slot. Additionally, the song peaked at number five on the Canadian 'RPM' Country Songs chart during this same period. It was included on her studio album, 'Wings Upon Your Horns' (1970).
"Wings Upon Your Horns" has been considered one of Lynn's most controversial recordings. The song describes the loss of a woman's virginity by using religious concepts.
Track listings
;7" vinyl single
* "Wings Upon Your Horns" 2:35
* "Let's Get Back Down to Earth" 2:01
Charts
Weekly charts
References
Category:1969 songs
Category:1969 singles
Category:Decca Records singles
Category:Loretta Lynn songs
Category:Obscenity controversies in music
Category:Songs written by Loretta Lynn
Category:Song recordings produced by Owen Bradley
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