Take Good Care of Her

"Take Good Care of Her" is a 1961 song written by Arthur Kent and Ed Warren and recorded by Adam Wade. It reached number twenty on the R&B charts and number seven on the Hot 100. In the song, the narrator speaks to the groom of his ex-girlfriend.

Cover versions

In 1962, Johnny Tillotson covered the song on his album It Keeps Right On a-Hurtin'.
In 1963, Dean Martin covered the song on his album Dean "Tex" Martin Rides Again.
In 1966, Sonny James had a number one country hit with his version of the song. It was the fourth among his 24 No. 1 singles.
Later that year, Mel Carter recorded the song and reached No. 78 on US pop charts.
In 1973, Elvis Presley recorded a version of the song. The B-Side was "I've Got a Thing About You Baby".
In the same year, Johnny Mathis reached No. 40 on Adult Contemporary charts.