One of the most memorable and favorite, yet least heard classic country songs is “Delta Dawn.” It was first performed by Alex Harvey who placed it on his album Alex Harvey, The Songwriter in 1971.
However, its fame soared when Tanya Tucker released the song a year later. It was not just a country music hit but worked as a crossover piece. It is now in 72nd position on the all-genre Billboard Hot 100.
In this video, three female singers begin the song harmonizing together, but the impact of the tune is intensified when a fourth woman joins the group part way through. She is Courtney Clarke, who is the featured artist at that year’s School Spectacular.
The audience is ultimately won over by this classic county rendition, singing and clapping along right to its spectacular finale. Don’t be surprised if you find yourself joining in. It’s pretty darn hard to resist!
