Introduction
“(There’s) No Gettin’ Over Me” is one of Ronnie Milsap’s most iconic hits, released in 1981. The song, written by Walt Aldridge and Tom Brasfield, showcases Milsap’s blend of country and pop, a style that helped him cross over to a broader audience. The track was the lead single from his album There’s No Gettin’ Over Me, and it became a major success on multiple charts.
The song reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and also performed impressively on the pop charts, peaking at No. 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 and No. 2 on the Adult Contemporary chart. Its success was mirrored internationally, especially in Canada, where it also topped the country charts and performed well on the pop and adult contemporary charts.
The smooth, piano-driven melody combined with Milsap’s soulful voice created a timeless appeal. The song’s lyrics, centered around a man warning his lover that she will never truly get over him, reflect classic themes of love and heartache, delivered with a confident yet bittersweet tone. The song helped solidify Milsap’s status as one of the leading crossover artists of the 1980s, blending country and mainstream pop effortlessly.
“(There’s) No Gettin’ Over Me” was a significant part of Milsap’s career, contributing to his legacy as a country music icon with broad appeal. It also helped the album There’s No Gettin’ Over Me achieve commercial success, eventually earning gold certification from the RIAA for selling over 500,000 copies in the U.S. The song remains one of his most memorable hits, frequently featured in his live performances and compilation albums, standing as a testament to his versatility as a musician.