Ray Price - For the Good Times Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who wrote the song 'For the Good Times'?

   The song 'For the Good Times' was written by Kris Kristofferson. It first appeared on his self-titled debut album in 1970.

2. When did Ray Price's version of 'For the Good Times' become a hit?

   Ray Price's version of 'For the Good Times' became a hit in June 1970. The song topped the country and western chart for one week and reached #11 on the Billboard Hot 100.

3. What accolades did Ray Price's version of 'For the Good Times' receive?

   Ray Price's version of 'For the Good Times' was awarded Song of the Year by the Academy of Country Music. It was his fifth country #1 single and also made it to #11 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

4. Did any other notable artists cover 'For the Good Times'?

   Yes, several notable artists have covered 'For the Good Times,' including Elvis Presley on his 1972 album 'Elvis as Recorded Live at Madison Square Garden,' Perry Como whose version reached #7 on the UK Singles Chart in 1973, and Johnny Cash on his 2010 posthumous album 'American VI: Ain't No Grave.'

5. How did 'For the Good Times' come to be promoted over its original B-side?

   Originally, Columbia Records released 'For the Good Times' as the B-side of a single, but switched to promoting it as the A-side after Wayne Newton recorded his own version of the tune.

6. What was the inspiration behind Kris Kristofferson writing 'For the Good Times'?

   Kris Kristofferson wrote 'For the Good Times' during a work-related road trip from Nashville to the Gulf of Mexico in 1968. The song recounts the end of a love affair and is based on a real-life experience of his.