About the Song
Eddy Arnold’s 1965 hit, “Make the World Go Away”, is a timeless classic that speaks to the power of love to transport us to a place where our troubles disappear. The song is a beautiful example of countrypolitan music, a subgenre of country music that emerged in the 1960s and 1970s that combined elements of pop and easy listening.
Arnold’s smooth vocals and heartfelt delivery perfectly capture the emotion of the song. The lyrics tell the story of a man who is so in love that he wants to escape from the world with his beloved. He asks her to “make the world go away” so that they can be alone together.
The song’s message is universal. We all have times when we want to escape from the pressures of life. “Make the World Go Away” reminds us that love can be a powerful source of comfort and strength.
The song was a massive success when it was released, reaching number one on the Billboard country music chart. It has since become a standard in the country music repertoire and has been covered by many artists over the years.