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. It was released in January 1972 and was the theme of the film ''

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'' Country Tracks chart in Canada. The song was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Original Song in 1971.

Chart performance

Other recordings

Bing Crosby recorded the song for his 1972 album '' Bing 'n' Basie''.

References

1972 singles Charley Pride songs Songs written for films Songs with lyrics by Alan Bergman Songs with lyrics by Marilyn Bergman Songs with music by Henry Mancini RCA Records singles Scott Walker (singer) songs 1972 songs {{1970s-country-song-stub