Gladys Knight The Best Thing That Ever Happened To Me ❲2026 Edition❳

It was certified Gold by the RIAA for selling over one million copies.

"Best Thing That Ever Happened to Me" is a classic soul ballad by , released in early 1974 as the third single from their landmark album, Imagination . Often cited as one of the group's signature performances, it is a heartfelt expression of gratitude for a partner who has provided stability through life's "ups and downs". Key Chart Facts & Milestones Gladys Knight The Best Thing That Ever Happened To Me

The song was written by , a frequent collaborator who also penned their hits "Midnight Train to Georgia" and "Neither One of Us". It was certified Gold by the RIAA for