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Wish I Didn't Have to Miss You
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Wikipedia article
'"Wish I Didn't Have to Miss You"' is a song written by Hank Cochran and Dave Kirby. It was originally and released as a duet by American country music artists Jack Greene and Jeannie Seely. Released in 1969, the song became a major hit on the country charts in early 1970.
Background and release
"Wish I Didn't Have to Miss You" was written by Seely's husband at the time, Hank Cochran along with Dave Kirby. As a duet team, Greene and Seely recorded the song at Bradley's Barn, a studio owned by producer Owen Bradley. The track was officially recorded in July 1969 with Bradley producing the record.
"Wish I Didn't Have to Miss You" was released as a single in October 1969 via Decca Records. The song peaked at number 2 on the 'Billboard' Hot Country Singles chart in January 1970. It became Seely's second biggest hit as a recording artist and another major hit for Greene. It was later released on their studio album in 1970, 'Jack Greene, Jeannie Seely'.
Track listings
;7" vinyl single
* "Wish I Didn't Have to Miss You" 2:08
* "My Tears Don't Show" 2:52
Chart performance
Weekly charts
References
Category:1969 songs
Category:1969 singles
Category:Decca Records singles
Category:Jack Greene songs
Category:Jeannie Seely songs
Category:Song recordings produced by Owen Bradley
Category:Songs written by Hank Cochran
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