Willie Nelson is known for songs like “On the Road Again” and “Beer For My Horses.” His song “Always on My Mind” was recorded by other country artists, becoming a favorite of Nelson fans. Here’s what we know about the significance behind this 1982 release.
Who wrote ‘Always on My Mind’ by Willie Nelson? Willie Nelson performs during Farm Aid 2013 at Saratoga Performing Arts Center | Paul Natkin/WireImage via Getty Images
“Always on My Mind” was originally recorded by Brenda Lee, and later reworked into a song by Elvis Presley. One of the best-known versions of this hit was recorded by “On the Road Again” artist Nelson.
“Maybe I didn’t love you,” Nelson sings. “Quite as often as I could have / And maybe I didn’t treat you / Quite as good as I should have / If I made you feel second best / Girl I’m sorry I was blind...
Who wrote ‘Always on My Mind’ by Willie Nelson? Willie Nelson performs during Farm Aid 2013 at Saratoga Performing Arts Center | Paul Natkin/WireImage via Getty Images
“Always on My Mind” was originally recorded by Brenda Lee, and later reworked into a song by Elvis Presley. One of the best-known versions of this hit was recorded by “On the Road Again” artist Nelson.
“Maybe I didn’t love you,” Nelson sings. “Quite as often as I could have / And maybe I didn’t treat you / Quite as good as I should have / If I made you feel second best / Girl I’m sorry I was blind...
- 3/12/2023
- by Julia Dzurillay
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Elvis Presley‘s songs didn’t always make it to No. 1 even when they were five-star classics. For example, one song about a fad dance stopped “Can’t Help Falling in Love” from reaching the top position. Meanwhile, “Always on my Mind” didn’t even reach the top 10.
Elvis Presley | Michael Ochs Archives / Stringer 5. ‘Can’t Help Falling in Love’
With the possible exception of “Blue Christmas,” “Can’t Help Falling in Love” is probably Elvis’ most famous song today. It’s been covered many times and appeared in numerous films. It’s so simple, but this delicate ballad manages to communicate the idea of love better than just about any other song.
Despite this, it didn’t manage to top the Billboard Hot 100. According to Stereogum, it was kept from the top position by “Peppermint Twist” by Joey Dee and the Starliters. Life isn’t fair.
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Elvis Presley | Michael Ochs Archives / Stringer 5. ‘Can’t Help Falling in Love’
With the possible exception of “Blue Christmas,” “Can’t Help Falling in Love” is probably Elvis’ most famous song today. It’s been covered many times and appeared in numerous films. It’s so simple, but this delicate ballad manages to communicate the idea of love better than just about any other song.
Despite this, it didn’t manage to top the Billboard Hot 100. According to Stereogum, it was kept from the top position by “Peppermint Twist” by Joey Dee and the Starliters. Life isn’t fair.
4. ‘Bossa Nova Baby’
On one level,...
- 2/21/2023
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
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