Kenny Rogers – Through the Years

Background “Through the Years” is a song written by Steve Dorff and Marty Panzer. It was originally recorded by Kenny Rogers and released in 1981 as a single from his album, *Share Your Love*. The song quickly became a major hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart and number 13 on the … Read more

Kenny Rogers – You Decorated My Life

Background “You Decorated My Life,” a country ballad written by Bob Morrison and Debbie Hupp, was released in 1979 by Kenny Rogers. It was the second single from his multi-platinum album, *Kenny*, and quickly rose to the top of the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart, cementing its place as one of Rogers’ signature songs. The … Read more

Kenny Rogers – She Believes in Me

Background: “She Believes in Me” was recorded by American country music singer Kenny Rogers and released in September 1978 as the second single from his album, *The Gambler*. The song was written by Steve Gibb, a musician best known for his work with the Bee Gees, and was initially intended for his own solo album. … Read more

Kenny Rogers – Lady

Background “Lady” is a ballad written and originally recorded by American singer-songwriter Lionel Richie. It was released in 1980 on Richie’s self-titled debut solo album. Although Richie wrote the song, he initially envisioned it being recorded by a country artist. He had Kenny Rogers specifically in mind due to Rogers’ ability to convey emotion and … Read more