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Almost Persuaded


"Almost Persuaded" is a popular country song performed by Josh Turner. The original key of the song is E major. It was written by Billy Sherrill and Glenn Sutton and first recorded by David Houston in 1966. Josh Turner released his version of "Almost Persuaded" in 2006 as part of his album "Your Man." The song gained significant recognition, reaching number 17 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. Notably, "Almost Persuaded" won the Single of the Year award at the 2006 Academy of Country Music Awards. The melody carries a heartfelt and melancholic tone, portraying the emotions associated with longing and missed opportunities.