About The Song
“Always On My Mind” is a hit song that was written by songwriters Johnny Christopher, Mark James, and Wayne Carson, who titled the song after the title of a film by the same name. It was released in 1972 by Elvis Presley and Brenda Lee, but the song gained slow and steady popularity until 1982 when Willie Nelson released his own version on his album of the same name. The songs were a significant success on both the country and adult contemporary music charts.
The song is a message of unwavering love and remorse for a character who didn’t always show appreciation for their partner. In the lyrics, the protagonist acknowledges what they’ve done wrong and expresses a deep desire to make up for lost time and be with the person they love. The song is beloved for its emotional depth, relatable love story, and timeless themes, which transcend genre and are attractive to listeners.
Lyrics
Maybe I didn't love you
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
You were always on my mind
You were always on my mind
And maybe I didn't hold you
All those lonely, lonely times
I guess I never told you
I'm so happy that you're mine
Little things I should have said and done
I just never took the time
But you were always on my mind
You were always on my mind
Tell me
Tell me that your sweet love hasn't died
And give me
Give me one more chance
To keep you satisfied
I'll keep you satisfied
[Instrumental Interlude]
Little things I should have said and done
I just never took the time
But you were always on my mind
You were always on my mind
You were always on my mind
You were always on my mind