“He’ll Have to Go” – Jim Reeves’ Game-Changing Hit
In 1960, Jim Reeves released “He’ll Have to Go,” a smooth, emotional ballad that bridged country and pop like never before. With velvet vocals and polished production, the song became a cultural phenomenon, turning Reeves into a global star and redefining the Nashville Sound.
Written by Joe and Audrey Allison, the song was inspired by a real-life phone call overheard in a bar—its heartfelt opening line, “Put your sweet lips a little closer to the phone,” captured universal emotions of love and longing. Continues…
