Always on My Mind
Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Elvis Presley
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Maybe I didn't treat you Quite as good as I should have Maybe I didn't love you Quite as often as I could have Little things I should have said and done I just never took the time You were always on my mind (you were always on my mind) You were always on my mind Maybe I didn't hold you All those lonely, lonely times And I guess I never told you I'm so happy that you're mine If I made you feel second best Girl, I'm so sorry I was blind You were always on my mind (you were always on my mind) You were always on my mind Tell me, tell me that your sweet love hasn't died Give me, give me one more chance To keep you satisfied, satisfied Little things I should have said and done I just never took the time You were always on my mind (you were always on my mind) You were always on my mind You were always on my mind Maybe I didn't treat you Quite as good as I should have Maybe I didn't love you Quite as often as I could have Maybe I didn't hold you All those lonely, lonely times And I guess I never told you I'm so happy that you're mine Maybe I didn't treat you Quite as good as I should have
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Written by: Wayne Carson Thompson, John Jr. Christopher, Mark James
Lyrics © Tratore, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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13 facts about this song
Artist Origin"Always on My Mind" was first recorded by American singer Brenda Lee in 1972 and then covered by many individuals, including famous stars like Elvis Presley and Willie Nelson.
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SongwriterThe song was written by a trio - Johnny Christopher, Mark James, and Wayne Carson, who were successful American songwriters and musicians.
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Elvis Presley's VersionElvis Presley recorded his own version of the song a few months after Brenda Lee's version was released, in 1972. The song was apparently recorded as a personal message to his wife, Priscilla.
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Brenda Lee's Initial ReleaseBrenda Lee's version of the song didn't become popular until after Elvis Presley's rendition and Willie Nelson's rendition caught on.
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Grammy-Winning VersionThe most recognized version of this song is probably the one by Willie Nelson. It won the Grammy Award for Best Male Country Vocal Performance in 1982.
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UK Chart SuccessThe song was also covered by the British synth-pop duo, the Pet Shop Boys. Their version became the UK's Christmas number one single in 1987.
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Wayne Carson's InspirationSongwriter Wayne Carson started writing the song when his father called and said his mother was annoyed at him always being on the road for his music career.
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Elvis Presley's ImpactElvis's version of the song was a major hit, reaching #9 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #6 on the country chart.
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Tribute to Princess DianaThe Pet Shop Boys' rendition of "Always on My Mind" was performed in a tribute for Princess Diana at the 2007 Concert for Diana.
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Willie Nelson's RecognitionIn 2008, Nelson's version was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame.
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Significant PopularityTo date, the song is one of the most covered songs in the history of recorded music, with versions in a variety of genres, languages, and styles.
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Elvis Presley's AlbumDespite Elvis Presley's personal issues during 1972, the Elvis Presley version came from one of his most successful albums from the 70s, releasing his rendition of the song on the "Separate Ways" album.
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Song's VersatilityThe versatility of the song "Always on My Mind" - being performed by various artists across different genres - showcases the immense success and universal appeal of the song.
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